Job overview
This is an exciting opportunity for a Senior Clinical Fellowship in Rheumatology at the Royal Cornwall Hospital. This is a 24-month fellowship programme designed to develop the skills to a level to deliver independent practice as a Rheumatology Consultant.
The primary objective of the fellowship is to provide advanced clinical training in the management of osteoporosis, inflammatory arthritis, connective tissue disease and vasculitis. Additional experience in research and audit can be offered.
Main duties of the job
The specific learning objectives of the fellowship are.
Knowledge: To develop full competency in the clinical assessment and management of rheumatoid conditions.
Practical: To learn basic ultrasound ultrasound guided joint injections.
Research: Dedicated research time will be offered to complete at least one publication and presentation of work at international meetings will be supported.
Rheumatology fellowship training is provided by the rheumatology department and led by Dr David Hutchinson. The fellow will work in the department and supervise the registrars and junior doctors as the rheumatologist on call. The on-call commitment is 1:6. At least 2 half-days per week will be allocated to CPD, audit and research.
The outpatient services in Rheumatology are delivered in a dedicated Rheumatology Unit. Full support is available for Rheumatology procedures in the outpatient setting. The department has a dedicated ultrasound machine.
Whilst the post does not attract a national training number (NTN), the postholder will have formal progress meetings with Dr David Hutchinson to ensure appropriate support and opportunities are being provided.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
For further information please see the attached document below for the full job description and person specification.
Person specification
Experience
Essential
- Wide experience in general Rheumatology
- Teaching (Medical students, peers, MDT).
- Experienced in Clinical Audit and Clinical Governance and the benefits of how this improves the quality of care provided to patients and ensuring this is embedded in clinical practice.
Desirable
- Minimum of 6 months experience in the field of rheumatology in the NHS
- CCT
Qualifications
Essential
- Full GMC registration with a Licence to Practice
- MRCP Rheumatology
- NHS Experience
Desirable
- Attended appropriate training courses in rheumatology.
- Higher medical degree (MD/PhD)
- Formal teaching qualification
- Educational supervisor qualification
- Leadership and/or clinical management qualification
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This advert is for Senior Clinical Fellow - Rheumatology with Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust in Truro, South West, England. It is listed as a Senior Medical doctor Rheumatology role. The advertised salary is £76,582 pa pro rata. The contract type is 24 months (Fixed Term Contract of 2 Years). The application deadline is 26 Jul 2026.
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