Consultant in Respiratory Medicine

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust; Manchester; On-site; GBP 114,000 - 151,000; Full time

Job summary

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Consultant in Respiratory Medicine to join a team of 13 consultants and 5 advanced nurse practitioners. The post is 10 PA with potential to participate in specialty activity across MFT.

The appointee will engage in research, education, and leadership within respiratory and general medicine. The successful candidate must have GMC registration and appropriate specialist credentials; the posting emphasizes research involvement and service

Qualifications

• GMC registration is required for eligibility.
• Specialist Register for Respiratory & GIM via CCT or CESR within 6 months of interview.
• MRCP or equivalent entry in the GMC.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical leadership in In-patient Respiratory and General Medicine and supervise junior medical staff.
• Contribute to education and pursue accreditation as Clinical and Educational Supervisor.
• Contribute to departmental audit and clinical governance.
• Provide cross-cover for annual/study leave and short-term sickness for other consultants.
• Perform other duties as required for the service and which are mutually agreed.
• Participate in administrative and management roles of the department with other consultants.
• An indicative job plan is shown in the Job Description.

Skills

Clinical leadership

Teaching

Audit experience

Patient safety

Clinical governance

Education

MRCP or equivalent Entry in the GMC

Specialist Register for Respiratory & GIM via CCT or CESR

Job description

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

Consultant in Respiratory Medicine

The closing date is 08 December 2026

The successful candidate will join the existing team of 13 consultants (11.3 WTE) and 5 Advanced Nurse Practitioners in providing in- and out-patient Respiratory care. This 10 PA post - For suitable candidates, there may be the opportunity to train/participate in specialty clinical activity across MFT.

We are expanding our research activity, and the successful candidate will be encouraged to take an active research interest. Candidates must be eligible for their own GMC registration - MFT cannot support GMC Sponsorship for candidates who are offered permanent vacancies.

Main duties of the job

• To provide clinical leadership in In-patient Respiratory and General Medicine and supervising junior medical staff and multi-professional trainees as required
• Contribute to education and will work towards accreditation as a Clinical and Educational Supervisor
• Contribute to departmental audit and clinical governance
• The consultant will be expected to provide cross-cover for annual/study leave and short-term sickness for other consultants in the department as agreed within the teams
• Perform any other duties that are considered necessary for the efficient working of the service, and which are mutually agreed to be relevant to the post as the pattern of service evolves.
• The appointee will participate in administrative and management roles of the department in conjunction with other consultants
• An indicative job plan is shown in the Job Description

About us

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) is a leading centre of clinical excellence, renowned for pioneering patient care, advanced medical research, and a collaborative multi-speciality environment. We are the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester is the largest health academic campus in Europe - a great place to progress your career.

With over 30,000 employees, a turnover exceeding £3 billion, and 10 hospital and community services, join our team to help us deliver outstanding healthcare to our diverse communities.We offer an engaging and supportive environment, with access to state-of-the-art facilities and cutting-edge technology. Research and Innovation are at the heart of our work, offering opportunities to lead research that shapes the future of medicine, working alongside experts, advancing clinical practice, and improving patient outcomes.At MFT, we foster a culture where every colleague is valued and empowered to thrive. Your expertise is recognised, your ambitions are supported, and your impact is felt at every level. Whether you want to develop your clinical skills, pursue research interests, or seek leadership opportunities, MFT provides the ideal environment to achieve your medical or professional aspirations.If you are dedicated to driving clinical innovation and delivering compassionate patient care, join us to shape tomorrow's healthcare; where clinical excellence, innovation, and your career will thrive.

Diversity MattersMFT 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. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.

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Person Specification

Qualifications

• GMC Registration
• Specialist Register for Respiratory & GIM via CCT (proposed CCT date must be within 6 months of interview) or CESR
• MRCP or equivalent Entry in the GMC

Clinical Experience

• Clinical skills in Internal Medicine equivalent to completion of Higher Speciality Training in General Internal Medicine, Respiratory medicine
• Experience of dealing with "acute take" in the UK at consultant level
• Interest in COPD/Airways disease with a view to developing a leadership role

Management and Administration

• Experience in clinical audit
• Experience in patient safety initiatives
• Experience in service improvement

Teaching Experience

• Teaching experience to medical and non-medical staff

Other Attributes

• Good organisational ability and a willingness to be flexible in accordance with the demands of team
• Experience of working in a cross boundary clinical team with good communication and management skills
• Presentational skills

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

£113,565 to £150,569 a yearper annum (pro rata)