Rheumatology Consultant

Job Advert Skip to main content Cookies on NHS Jobs We've put some small files called cookies on your device to help us make improvements to our site. To improve our site we'd also like to use cookies which will send information to Google Analytics. You can read more about our cookies before you choose. Accept analytics cookies Do not accept analytics cookies Jobs Menu Sign in Create an account English Cymraeg Menu Close menu Search Sign in Create an account Display in Welsh (Cymraeg) Search Sign in Create an account Display in Welsh (Cymraeg) BETA Your feedback will help us to improve this service. Croydon Health Services NHS Trust Rheumatology Consultant The closing date is 25 October 2026 Apply for this job Job summary An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Rheumatology team within the Croydon Healthcare NHS Trust. We are seeking a clinician with imagination, drive and commitment to work in Croydon. You will be required to have appropriate experience in rheumatology and hold or be within 6 months of obtaining certification from the General Medical Council (CCT). You will be expected to:Provide specialist out-patient opinion and case managementTo contribute in the ongoing development of rheumatology services for the local population across Croydon.The role also involves participation in training and educational activities , administrative, teaching, continuing medical education and audit activities whilst maintaining clinical excellence within the service This is a great opportunity to be part of the Rheumatology Department who are seeking a new Consultant Rheumatologist to join a team of 5 consultants, 1 Trust registrar, 2 FY2's, specialist nursing staff and fully functional wider MDT, supported by input from all associated specialties. There is opportunity to join specialist lung ( monthly)and lupus (weekly) MDT with GSTT, weekly radiology MSK MDT, monthly departmental teaching sessions, weekly grand rounds. Main duties of the job This post is intended to complement the existing expertise within the department to provide teaching to undergraduates, post graduates & trainees and any other member of staff. To contribute actively to all aspects of the hospital affairs, as deemed appropriate by the Department/Division. General Responsibilities To provide high quality health care for patients referred for diagnosis and treatment, including outpatients, inpatients. To be actively involved in MDT meetings providing cover for colleagues as required To provide prompt effective advice for General Practitioners and Hospital Doctors. To contribute to regular training and teaching sessions. To participate in educational and audit meetings and meet CPD requirements. To support the Hospital's Clinical Governance Strategy and to participate in clinical audit. To contribute to all other aspects of the Division and Hospital's affairs, including relevant Directorate meetings where appropriate. About us Croydon Health Services NHS Trust provide hospital and community services from a number of community and specialist clinics throughout Croydon. The Trust was formed on 1st August 2010 through the integration of Croydon Community Health Services and Mayday Healthcare NHS Trust. Around 4,100 staff provide services for a population of over 360,000 people who are relatively young with a high level of ethnic diversity. Our main hospital site, Croydon University Hospital is one of the busiest in London. We're also leading the way in providing more healthcare outside hospitals at clinics, specialist centres and in people's homes. Our experienced district nursing teams, Allied Health Professionals and community matrons look after people of all ages across Croydon and our Children's Hospital at Home cares for children with long-term conditions without them having to come to hospital. Across the NHS everyone is working hard to meet growing demand and we're no exception. But with the right people on board, we are rising to this challenge, putting