Applications are invited to apply for a Locum Consultant in Respiratory Medicine vacancy at the East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust as part of a major expansion of Respiratory services.
This post is based at The Queen Elizabeth, The Queen Mother Hospital, Margate.
You will be joining a team of 7 Consultants, 1 Respiratory Nurse Consultant, 7 Nurse specialists (sleep, lung cancer, NIV), in-patient Respiratory practitioner team, fully equipped Respiratory Physiology department and staff, and a dynamic, rapidly evolving department reconfiguring to allow targeted sub-specialty work and 7-day respiratory service across the region. An increased administrative & secretarial team will support clinical staff with adequate offices and IT equipment.
The working pattern is divided into 3 blocks of clinical work (ward, post-take ward rounds, in-reach, and clinic/procedures), with potential for adaptation to changing needs.
We have weekly Bronchoscopy, EBUS, and Pleural list (including indwelling pleural drain insertion). The role includes covering the acute respiratory ward and respiratory consultation or in-reach service. Opportunities exist to conduct general respiratory and lung cancer outpatient clinics, with ongoing development of subspecialty clinics. Participation in MDTs for lung cancer, ILD, TB, Vasculitis, and Lung volume reduction is encouraged. If able, you can also participate in the Acute General Medicine On-call rota.
We are one of the largest hospital trusts in England, serving a local population of around 800,000 people across five hospitals and community clinics. Our vision is 'great healthcare from great people'. Our values emphasize care, safety, respect, and making a difference. We promote a new way of working called 'We care', empowering frontline staff to lead improvements daily. We seek compassionate individuals to join us in our ongoing improvement journey for our patients, families, and carers.
Please note: If you require a Certificate of Sponsorship to work in the UK, declare this on your application form, even if you currently hold a sponsorship or work permit. We can only sponsor candidates on a Skilled Worker Visa for roles Band 5 and above.
For further details or informal visits, contact:
* Name: Reece Trythall
* Job title: Deputy General Manager
* Email: reece.trythall@nhs.net
* Telephone: 07970789090
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