Job details
- Job reference: 244816
- Salary: Specialist Grade (£100,870 - £111,441)
- Job closing date: 25/06/2026
- Job Type: Medical and Dental
- Location: Whytemans Brae Hospital
- Employment type: Permanent
- Hours Per Week: 40
- Job posted date: 11/06/2026
- Employer (NHS Board): NHS Fife
- Department: Rheumatology
We are currently recruiting a Specialist Grade Doctor to join our forward-thinking Rheumatology team within NHS Fife.
The successful applicant will join a consultant-led Rheumatology service and will share responsibility for delivering a high-quality, comprehensive clinical service within the Fife Rheumatic Diseases Unit.
The post holder will be expected to manage rheumatology inpatient ward referrals, provide specialist advice and guidance to primary care, and support clinical queries arising from the wider rheumatology multidisciplinary team, including specialist nurses and Allied Health Professionals.
An interest in, or previous experience of, working with patients with vasculitis, connective tissue disease and osteoporosis would be advantageous, as the post offers exposure to a varied and interesting caseload across these areas.
It is essential that applicants have broad experience in common rheumatological disorders, including inflammatory arthritis, soft tissue rheumatology and connective tissue diseases/vasculitis, and are competent in the use and monitoring of biological therapies. Applicants with specific sub-interests within rheumatology are encouraged to apply.
Applicants must hold Membership of the Royal College of Physicians, be registered with the General Medical Council, and have a minimum of 10 years’ postgraduate medical experience, including at least 6 years with rheumatology experience or exposure in a current or closed SAS grade. Equivalent years’ experience in a relevant specialty from other medical grades including from overseas will also be considered and meet the criteria set out in the generic capabilities framework for new specialist grade. Excellent communication, listening and organisational skills are essential.
There are no out-of-hours or general medical commitments associated with this post.
Appropriate supporting professional activity and CPD time will be provided.
Visits to meet the department and the multidisciplinary team are encouraged and warmly welcomed. We actively welcome applications from candidates seeking flexible working arrangements.
Informal enquiries should be directed to Dr Mostafa Ahmad, Clinical Lead for Rheumatology Email: Mostafa.Ahmad@nhs.scot
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NHS Fife is legally obliged to ensure all its employees are legally entitled to work in the United Kingdom. All applicants are required to confirm their right to work in the UK in their application. If you are not a United Kingdom (UK), European Community (EC) or European Economic Area National please state the visa category under which you are legally entitled to work in the UK on your application form and the expiry date of your leave to remain in the UK For specific types of post, if you do not have the necessary eligibility to work in the UK, it might be possible (though not guaranteed) to secure sponsorship via a UK Skilled Worker/Health & Care Worker Visa. However, this is only possible if the employer is a licenced Sponsor, and if the post does not fall below the current minimum salary threshold or ‘going rate’. Further information on these criteria can be found in the government website.It is ESSENTIAL that you have checked that you either already have an appropriate right to work in the UK or that the post would be eligible to be sponsored BEFORE submitting your application form.
We offer flexible working and family-friendly policies and fully support disabled candidates, and candidates with long-term conditions or who are neurodivergent by making reasonable adjustments to our recruitment policy and practices.
NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.
Person specification
OTHER
Essential
- Ability to work flexibly according to the needs of the service, and contribute to team and skills development.
- Willing to travel as required by the duties of the post.
Desirable
- Holds a full, valid driving licence, and is able to travel as required by the role.
Probity
Essential
- Takes responsibility for own actions.
- Demonstrates respect for the rights of all
- Demonstrates awareness of ethical principles, safety, confidentiality & consent
Management skills
Essential
- Awareness of leadership responsibilities as a senior clinician
- Demonstrates leadership responsibilities and can manage complex and unpredictable situations
- Has a collaborative approach to leadership and team working
- Able to develop effective relationships across the MD team
Desirable
- Experience of management and leadership roles
- Formal training in management or leadership
Qualifications & Experience
Essential
- Eligible to work in the UK
- Full GMC Registration with a Licence to Practice
- Membership of the Royal College of Physicians or qualification at equivalent level
- 10 years post medical graduation with at least 6 years in Rheumatology or relevant specialty at speciality doctor and or closed SAS grades level. Equivalent years experience in a relevant medical speciality at middle grade level including from overseas will also be accepted.
- Able to manage and treat patients in clinic independently
- Able to manage complexity in the care of patients as an autonomous practitioner
Desirable
- An interest in or experience working with connective tissue disorders, vasculitis and osteoporosis
- 12 months experience in rheumatology or associated medicine in the UK
- Experience of working at consultant level
Personal attributes and skills
Essential
- Excellent interpersonal skills with an ability to discuss treatment options with patients/carers in a way they can understand
- Demonstrates initiative and resilience to cope with changing circumstances
- Evidence of effective MDT communication with demonstration of collaborative working, sharing administration duties.
- Competent IT skills
Desirable
- Training in communication skills
- Training in patient safety and human factors
Audit/ research / teaching experience
Essential
- Experience and evidence of an active commitment to clinical audit, clinical risk management & evidence-based practice
- A solid understanding of basic research principles, methodology & ethics, with a potential to contribute to research
- Evidence of leading and contributing to the teaching & learning of others
Desirable
- Higher teaching degree or qualifications
- Research publications
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This advert is for Specialist Grade Rheumatology (LW) with NHS Fife in Kirkcaldy, East of Scotland, Scotland. It is listed as a Senior Medical doctor Rheumatology role. The advertised salary is £100,870 - £111,441. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 25 Jun 2026.
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