Main area Respiratory Grade NHS Medical & Dental: Consultant
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full time - 10 sessions per week (10 PAs)
Job ref: 358-6717959-CON
Employer: University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust
Employer type: NHS
Site: Glenfield Hospital
Town: Leicester
Salary: £105,504 - £139,882 pa
Salary period: Yearly
Closing: 05/01/2025 23:59
Interview date: 17/01/2025
Respiratory Consultant with an interest in CF and Bronchiectasis
We are actively promoting flexible working options, helping you to manage a work / life balance
Job overview
Substantive Respiratory Consultant with an interest in CF and Bronchiectasis
Respiratory Medicine at Leicester Hospitals has a national and international reputation for its academic and clinical services.
We are looking to appoint a locum consultant for 12 months to work as part of a CF/Bronchiectasis/PCD MDT comprising 4 Consultants, 2 Registrars, and a multidisciplinary team.
We pride ourselves on being a patient-focused, holistic, and innovative team. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to help shape the future of the CF/Bronchiectasis service and undertake projects aimed at Service development and Quality Improvement.
Although previous specialist experience in CF/Bronchiectasis would be ideal, we are primarily looking for an applicant with enthusiasm and a passion to develop and deliver high-quality services to our patient cohort.
Main duties of the job
The overriding purpose is to support the provision of highest quality patient care through personal actions and continuous improvement.
* To form part of the Consultant team delivering clinical services to patients with Cystic Fibrosis, Bronchiectasis, and Primary Ciliary Dyskinesia.
* To work closely with the wider CF/BE/PCD MDT.
* To deliver clinical sessions to support the management of General Respiratory patients.
Working for our organisation
Our new strategy, 'Leading in healthcare, trusted in communities', was developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners.
We have four primary goals:
* High-quality care for all
* Being a great place to work
* Partnerships for impact
* Research and education excellence
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Respiratory Medicine at Glenfield manages 5 base respiratory wards (134 beds), each with a sub-specialist theme.
The overriding purpose is to support the provision of highest quality patient care through personal actions and continuous improvement.
* To participate in general respiratory service development and business planning in collaboration with the other Consultants in the department.
* Professional supervision and management of junior medical staff.
* Responsibilities for carrying out teaching, examination and accreditation duties.
* Participate in professional continuing medical education; study leave is provided for this purpose.
Person specification
Qualifications / Training
* MB BS or Equivalent Full GMC Registration Fully Accredited for Higher Specialist
Experience
* Expertise in all aspects of Acute and Emergency Respiratory Care Management.
* Evidence of clinical commitment to, and sub-specialty training in CF and Bronchiectasis.
Communication
* Clear, fluent and articulate in verbal and written presentation
Management
* Evidence of Clinical Management with evidence of delivering change, preferably within an acute care setting
Additional Information
Please submit your application form without delay to avoid disappointment; we will close vacancies prior to the publishing closing date if we receive a sufficient number of completed application forms.
UHL is an equal opportunities employer. We aim to employ a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from people from all backgrounds who match our job criteria.
Employer certification / accreditation badges
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
Name: Dr Simon Range
Job title: Respiratory Consultant - CF & Bronchiectasis team
Email address: simon.range@uhl-tr.nhs.uk
Telephone number: 0116 250 2748
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