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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.

Consultant in Stroke Medicine | Substantive | Lancaster, North West England Location: Royal Lancaster Infirmary, Lancaster Contract: Substantive, permanent (10+ PAs negotiable) On call: Regional Telestroke On-Call rota The role A substantive Consultant post in Stroke Medicine at Royal Lancaster Infirmary, part of University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust. This post has received Royal College approval and is open to candidates with a CCT in Geriatric Medicine and GIM, particularly those with sub-specialty experience in stroke medicine. The unit runs an active acute thrombolysis service, with thrombectomy provided at Royal Preston Hospital and a specialist Telestroke On-Call Service covering out-of-hours and weekends. A combined Acute and Rehabilitation Stroke Unit opened in 2019 and provides the clinical base for this role. What you will be doing Delivering acute stroke care and rehabilitation within the combined Stroke Unit Running TIA clinics and outpatient clinics Joining the regional Telestroke On-Call rota Liaising with Neuroradiology, Neurosurgery, Vascular Surgery and the wider Care of the Elderly team Providing clinical leadership to a dedicated multidisciplinary stroke team including ANPs, nurses, therapists and ward managers Contributing to teaching and training of medical students and junior doctors Participating in audit, governance and service development What you will need Full GMC registration with a licence to practise MRCP or equivalent CCT in Geriatric Medicine and GIM, or within 6 months of completion at time of interview Broad exposure to acute medical diseases and their management Ability to supervise junior doctors and medical students Sub-specialty experience or training in stroke medicine is desirable but not essential Why this role This is a Royal College approved post within a well-integrated multidisciplinary team, at a trust with a strong commitment to teaching and education. The unit works in close partnership with Lancaster Medical School, with UHMBT serving as the lead NHS organisation for the full five-year MBChB programme. The hospitals sit on the edge of the Lake District in an area of outstanding natural beauty, with Liverpool and Manchester both easily accessible by train or car. To apply Send your CV to priyen@indigohealthcare.co.uk or call +91 88792 52151 for a confidential discussion.

Consultant in Acute Medicine | Substantive | Near Lancaster, North West England Location: Furness General Hospital, Barrow-in-Furness, South Cumbria Salary: £113,565 to £150,569 per annum Contract: Substantive, permanent Hours: 10 PAs per week | 8.5 DCC, 1.5 SPA, plus 1 PA for on call On call: 1:11 non-resident The role A permanent Consultant post in Acute Medicine at a well-regarded NHS unit in South Cumbria. The Acute Medicine Unit runs as a Centre of Diagnostic Excellence, with senior decision-makers present throughout the day and a genuine commitment to GIM breadth alongside acute medicine. The unit covers 20 AMU beds with a fully integrated Medical SDEC, receiving patients directly from primary care, ambulance services and the Emergency Department. What you will be doing Managing acute medical admissions with a focus on timely assessment and discharge Supervising junior doctors and ANPs across AMU and Medical SDEC Supporting and advising the SDEC team day to day Teaching undergraduate medical students and junior doctors Participating in the consultant on-call rota Contributing to governance, audit and service development What you will need Full GMC registration with a licence to practise Specialist Registration, or within 6 months of CCT or CESR at time of interview Broad experience in acute medicine and general internal medicine Ability to supervise junior doctors and medical students Evidence of audit involvement Enthusiasm for acute medicine in a diagnostic-focused environment What makes this role worth considering The job plan is built around you. There is genuine scope to maintain a sub-specialty interest alongside AMU and SDEC duties, with additional sessions negotiable. Part-time applications are welcome. The unit benefits from strong radiology, pharmacy and GIM specialty support. It is a collaborative, senior-led environment where clinical decision-making is valued at every level. Furness General Hospital sits on the edge of the Lake District, offering easy access to outstanding countryside and good transport links to major northern cities. To apply Send your CV to priyen@indigohealthcare.co.uk or call 0091 8879252151 for a confidential discussion.

Job title: Consultant Intensivist | Furness General Hospital | Permanent and Locum Available Location: South Cumbria, North West England Salary: £113,565 to £150,569 per annum Contract: Substantive (permanent) or Locum Consultant (23-month fixed term) On call: 1:5 non-resident rota Job overview An NHS hospital in South Cumbria is recruiting a Consultant Intensivist to join an established team of eight senior decision-makers at Furness General Hospital. The unit delivers Level 2 intensive care locally, operating a stabilise and transfer model for complex Level 3 patients to the main site at Royal Lancaster Infirmary. The post is supported by a resident SAS on-call team, a daytime ACCP service, and a Critical Care Outreach service. The unit covers a broad range of general hospital services including a busy Emergency Department, maternity, gynaecology, orthopaedic and trauma theatres, ophthalmology and ENT. Key responsibilities Participate in a 1:5 Senior Decision Maker on-call rota including prospective cover Provide non-resident overnight cover of emergency ITU, supervising a dedicated resident anaesthetist Lead assessment of deteriorating patients for emergency ITU admission Manage Level 2 care locally; lead treat and transfer decisions for Level 3 patients Lead pre and post-operative theatre admission management Contribute to clinical audit, governance and quality improvement Supervise junior medical staff and participate in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching Essential criteria Full GMC registration with a licence to practise FICM or equivalent qualification FRCA or equivalent higher anaesthetic qualification Specialist Registration, or within 6 months of CCT/CESR at time of interview Formal ICM training or equivalent experience in intensive care medicine Experience managing trauma and surgical emergencies Broad anaesthetic exposure including laparoscopic, emergency surgical and obstetric cases Why this role Furness General Hospital is a friendly district general hospital on the edge of the Lake District, offering an exceptional quality of life alongside a varied and well-supported clinical role. The unit benefits from strong SAS and ACCP support, a low-acuity transfer model for complex cases, and a collaborative consultant team. Both substantive and 23-month locum contracts are available. CCT or CESR within 6 months of interview is accepted. To apply Send your CV to priyen@indigohealthcare.co.uk or call 0091 8879252151 for a confidential discussion.