Job overview
Consultant in Respiratory Medicine
10 - 12 PA CONTRACT
Current NHS Consultant Terms and Conditions
Less than 10PAs will be considered
We have an exciting opportunity for a Respiratory Consultant to join The Directorate of Respiratory Medicine at The James Cook University Hospital.
We are looking for a Consultant with Specialist Registration in Respiratory medicine, can evidence sound diagnostic and therapeutic skills in fibre-optic bronchoscopy and lung function testing including EBUS, has experience in managing patients with complex pleural effusion, including performing talc pleurodesis and insertion/removal of the IPC and is competent in the management of respiratory and general medical conditions with experience in managing rapid access lung cancer clinics and lung MDT membership in the UK.
Main duties of the job
The James Cook service includes a 35 bedded inpatient ward incorporating an 8 bedded Respiratory Support Unit for non-invasive ventilation; a Lung Cancer Nursing Team; TB Nursing Team; COPD Outreach Service, COVID-19 virtual ward service, domiciliary NIV and a Specialist Respiratory Physiology Laboratory.
Working for our organisation
Sub specialty opportunities in Bronchiectasis, Respiratory Sleep Apnoea, Interstitial Lung Disease, Lung Cancer and Tuberculosis are available.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please see the full job description and person specification document(s) for main responsibilities of the role.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
1. Full registration with GMC. Inclusion on the GMC Specialist Register or within six months of expected date of CCT.
Desirable criteria
2. Training in appraisal techniques.
Clinical Specialty Skills
Essential criteria
3. Completion of a recognised training programme in respiratory and general medicine.
4. Sound diagnostic and therapeutic skills, in-particular competent in fibre-optic bronchoscopy and lung function testing
5. Competent in the management of respiratory and general medical conditions experience in managing rapid access lung cancer clinics in the UK and experience of lung MDT membership
6. Experience in full range of bronchoscopy procedures and EBUS;
7. Experience in managing patients with complex pleural effusion, including performing talc pleurodesis and insertion/removal of the IPC.
Desirable criteria
8. Attendance at and participation in international meetings
9. Multidisciplinary approach to lung cancer management.
10. Experience in performing endobronchial interventions, such as argon plasma coagulation, electrocautery snaring and stent insertion.
Skills, knowledge and aptitude
Essential criteria
11. Evidence of working in a multi- disciplinary team.
12. Ability to organise and prioritise complex demands.
13. Evidence of teaching and training skills for resident doctors.
14. Effective communication skills
Desirable criteria
15. Management training
16. IT skills
17. Teaching degree
Disclosure and Barring Checks (DBS)
It is now the policy of South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust that all successful candidates who are new to the Trust who require DBS clearance for the post they have been offered, are required to pay the cost of their DBS. The method of payment for this is via salary deduction from your first month's pay.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. We welcome applications from the Black and Minority Ethnic (BAME) Network; LGBT+ Network; Disability and Long-Term Health Conditions Network, Faith Network, Childless not by Choice Network and the Menopause Support Group.
As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you.
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Right to Work in the UK
The Trust welcomes applications from all candidates who meet the criteria for the role. Please note that from January 2021, to work in the UK all candidates who are not UK or Republic of Ireland (RoI) nationals require sponsorship unless you have permission to work via another route. Non UK / RoI candidates wishing to apply can self-assess the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship here Work in the UK - (.
Please provide full and accurate details of your current immigration status on the application form. Your current immigration status will not be considered as part of the shortlisting or interview process.
Please note that not everyone needs a Skilled Worker visa. If you are applying for a vacancy in health or adult social care, you may be eligible to apply for the Health and Care Worker visa instead.
We are able to offer sponsorship for a Health and Care Worker or Skilled Worker visa, subject to candidate and position eligibility. Please review the job eligibility guidance for skilled workers here: Skilled Worker visa: Your job - ( and for the Health and Care Worker visa here: Skilled Worker visa: eligible healthcare and education jobs - (
Please note: if the job you are applying for does not meet the eligibility criteria above, we will be unable to offer you sponsorship and you will need to explore whether you may be eligible to apply for an alternative immigration route which will secure your right to work in the UK before you apply. If you are in the UK already on a visa, please ensure you have no restrictions that would prevent you from taking this post.
The Trust encourages and supports all applicants to be fully vaccinated against both COVID19 and influenza.
Please be aware, there are occasions where some vacancies may close prior to the closing date advertised. This will only happen where sufficient applications are received AND will be made evident on the job advert.
Please note if you are successfully shortlisted, we will contact you via the email address that you have applied from so please ensure you check your emails regularly.
Existing employees of South Tees NHS Foundation Trust currently on the Redeployment Register, who meet the essential criteria for this post, will be shortlisted and interviewed prior to all other applicants.