Interpersonal and Communication Skills The post holder must have well-developed listening and communication skills and be able to deal effectively with a wide range of clinicians, managers and professionals both within and outside the Trust. The post holder must have well-developed presentational skills, good report writing skills and make effective use of presentation aids. Planning and organising Support the development of a culture of continuous improvement, developing and contributing to service developments and the formulation of business cases to support these. Effectively plan, communicate and execute change. Analysis and data management Develop methods to collect, collate and evaluate quantitative and qualitative data relevant to service delivery. Ensure that record keeping meets the requirements of all information governance and professional standards. Provide accurate analysis and interpretation of clinical documents, national government policy guidance, and other sources of information in the development of the divisions aims and objectives. Respond to complaints according to the trust protocols and within the appropriate time-frame. Equality and Diversity Ensure the implementation of equality and diversity policy in relation to management and development of staff in the division. Actively promote the equality and diversity policies of the Trust. Continuing Medical Education The Trust fully supports the requirement for Continuing Medical Education by the relevant Royal College and acknowledges that it is an essential component of a consultant's professional activities that will be reviewed during the appraisal process and revalidation. Time and financial support will be granted in accordance with the Trust's Leave Policy SKILLS and ABILITY *Good communication skills & multidisciplinary team working. *Able to adapt working pattern to fit changing local circumstances & workflow. *Strong clinical leadership skills EXPERIENCE and KNOWLEDGE *Eligible for inclusion on the GMC specialist register in respiratory & general medicine or equivalent. *Initiatives that demonstrate enthusiasm and commitment to the assessment and care of patients with respiratory diseases and conditions