Consultant in Rheumatology & General Medicine

Consultant in Rheumatology & General Medicine

Apply for the Consultant in Rheumatology & General Medicine role at NHS Scotland.

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce, striving for a truly representative staff where every employee feels respected and empowered to give their best.

Applications are invited for this substantive Consultant position, which has arisen from the development of Rheumatology & General Medicine services at Queen Elizabeth University Hospital. Successful candidates will be expected to provide a full range of consultant services, working closely with colleagues across in‑patient and out‑patient settings.

Shift pattern: 40 hours per week over 7 days, with an on‑call commitment. Out‑of‑hours and weekend on‑call will be 1 in 8, covering Acute Receiving areas within QEUH.

Key responsibilities include:

• Providing inpatient care to General Medical and Rheumatology patients.
• Participating in outpatient activity at QEUH and New Victoria Hospital sites.
• Working collaboratively with colleagues to deliver care for a range of rheumatology conditions.
• Managing SPA time for audit, clinical governance, teaching, research, and appraisal activities.

Contact details for informal contact:
Islay Morrison, Clinical Lead – Rheumatology

Islay.

Morrisont

Interview Date: 24/02/2026