Permanent Specialty Doctor – Rheumatology

Job type:Permanent
Location:North West
Salary/Rate:£63,696 - £102,689 per annum
Grade:Specialty
Specialty:Rheumatology
Job ref:6686
Post Date:10.07.26
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Permanent Specialty Doctor – Rheumatology

Salary: £63,696 - £102,689 per annum

Advance Your NHS Career in Rheumatology

We are recruiting for a Permanent Specialty Doctor in Rheumatology to join a well-established, Consultant-led Rheumatology service within a leading NHS organisation in North West England.

This is an excellent opportunity to secure a long-term NHS position offering strong clinical support, excellent CESR opportunities, career progression, and an outstanding work-life balance.

Why Join This Team?

  • Permanent NHS Specialty Doctor appointment
  • Salary: £63,696 - £102,689 per annum
  • Work alongside an experienced Consultant-led Rheumatology team
  • Manage a broad range of inflammatory and non-inflammatory rheumatological conditions, including inflammatory arthritis, connective tissue diseases, vasculitis, osteoporosis, and metabolic bone disorders
  • Participate in outpatient clinics, inpatient referrals, multidisciplinary team meetings, biologic services, and early arthritis pathways
  • Excellent opportunities for CESR, teaching, audit, quality improvement, research, and service development
  • Strong support for professional development and the opportunity to develop specialist interests
  • Outstanding work-life balance in one of the UK's most scenic regions, with affordable living and easy access to major cities
  • Relocation support available

Candidate Requirements

✔ Full GMC Registration with Licence to Practise

✔ Minimum 4 years' postgraduate clinical experience, including at least 2 years in Rheumatology

✔ Experience managing inflammatory arthritis, connective tissue diseases, and common rheumatological conditions

✔ Commitment to multidisciplinary working, clinical governance, education, and continuous professional development

✔ International doctors with relevant Rheumatology experience are encouraged to apply

Why Apply Through Indigo Healthcare?

At Indigo Healthcare Recruitment, we work directly with NHS organisations across the UK, supporting doctors throughout every stage of their journey—from application and interview preparation to relocation and onboarding.

If you're looking to establish a long-term career in the NHS within a supportive Rheumatology department, we'd be delighted to discuss this opportunity with you.

Know someone who may be interested? We offer a £1,000 referral bonus for every successful introduction.

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