Consultant in Respiratory – with an interest in Lung Cancer

Job title:

Consultant in Respiratory – with an interest in Lung Cancer

Company

NHS

Job description

This position offers a fantastic opportunity to join our dynamic team of Consultants in Respiratory Medicine at North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust.We seek a dedicated individual eager to influence and develop our evolving department. Committed to providing the highest level of care, we continually strive to advance Respiratory Medicine in the region. The ideal candidate will be a collaborative team player with a flexible approach, ready to support and enhance our existing Respiratory Service and actively contribute to improving patient care. This role includes a total of 10 PAs per week, with an additional 1.25 PAs for on-call duties.The successful candidate will also play a crucial role in supporting and sustaining our Lung Cancer Service.Main duties of the jobYou will undertake general and specialty Respiratory Medicine outpatient clinics, provide inpatient ward care, sustain the Lung Cancer service for Peterborough in collaboration with colleagues, the Clinical Lead, and the Directorate Management team, and provide on-call services within the Department of Medicine approximately once every 28 days at the Peterborough site.Additionally, you will contribute to the training of junior doctors and nurses, demonstrate a commitment to continuing professional development and appraisal, and work with the NWAFT Imaging Service and RPH teams to support Lung Cancer pathways.About usWe are dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusivity within our workforce and warmly welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, with a particular emphasis on encouraging those from disabled, Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) communities, as well as candidates from our local area.As part of our commitment to supporting our employees we offer a range of benefits including:

• Generous annual leave entitlement starting at 27 days and increasing to 29 days after five years of service and 33 days after 10 years of service, in addition to the national Bank Holidays (pro-rata for part time staff);
• Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme:
• Flexible working opportunities;
• Enhanced hourly rates for unsociable hours e.g. night shifts, weekends, bank holidays;
• Opportunities for career development and training to help you progress in your role;
• Wellbeing support and activities to promote a healthy work environment;
• Access to our in-house physiotherapy service;
• On-site canteens offering subsidised meals;
• Subsidised staff parking (currently free);
• Free Stagecoach Bus Travel to and from work within Cambridgeshire and Peterborough

We strive to create a supportive and inclusive workplace where employees feel valued and empowered to excel in their roles. Join us and become part of a team dedicated to making a positive difference in our community.Date posted23 August 2024Pay schemeHospital medical and dental staffGradeConsultantSalary£99,532 to £131,964 a year per annumContractPermanentWorking patternFull-timeReference number176-M-NA-6511171Job locationsPeterborough City HosptialPeterboroughPE3 9GZJob descriptionJob responsibilities

• Maintain and develop Respiratory Medicine services within the Trust to the highest standard.
• Role primarily based at Peterborough City Hospital, with increasing collaboration between Peterborough and Hinchingbrooke hospital sites.
• Share responsibility with colleagues for delivering high-quality care in Respiratory Medicine in both outpatient and inpatient settings.
• Teach and train junior staff, medical students, nurses, and other professionals allied to medicine.
• Actively participate in departmental and Trust matters concerning Clinical Governance and Audit.
• Lead role in a subspecialty depending on the experience of the successful candidate.
• Ensure active participation in continuing medical education (CME), including revalidation with the GMC.

Job descriptionJob responsibilities

• Maintain and develop Respiratory Medicine services within the Trust to the highest standard.
• Role primarily based at Peterborough City Hospital, with increasing collaboration between Peterborough and Hinchingbrooke hospital sites.
• Share responsibility with colleagues for delivering high-quality care in Respiratory Medicine in both outpatient and inpatient settings.
• Teach and train junior staff, medical students, nurses, and other professionals allied to medicine.
• Actively participate in departmental and Trust matters concerning Clinical Governance and Audit.
• Lead role in a subspecialty depending on the experience of the successful candidate.
• Ensure active participation in continuing medical education (CME), including revalidation with the GMC.

Person SpecificationQualificationsEssential

• MB ChB/MBBS or equivalent

Desirable

• Higher qualification e.g MD, PhD

Person SpecificationQualificationsEssential

• MB ChB/MBBS or equivalent

Desirable

• Higher qualification e.g MD, PhD

Expected salary

£99532 – 131964 per year

Location

Peterborough

Job date

Thu, 05 Sep 2024 06:08:13 GMT

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