Consultant in Respiratory Medicine

South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 114,000 - 151,000; Full time

Job summary

South Tees NHS Foundation Trust in Middlesbrough invites applications for a Consultant in Respiratory Medicine. The post is a 10 PA contract with 1:7 on-call weekends and a mix of outpatient and inpatient responsibilities.

The successful candidate will focus on TB, COPD and pleural diseases, joining a dedicated respiratory team at James Cook University Hospital with cross-site duties to North Tees. GMC registration and Specialist Register timing are required.

Qualifications

• Completion of a recognised training programme in respiratory and general medicine.
• Sound diagnostic and therapeutic skills including bronchoscopy and lung function testing.
• Experience in management of rapid access lung cancer clinics and MDT membership.
• Experience in endobronchial interventions (where applicable).

Responsibilities

• Provide outpatient and inpatient respiratory care.
• Contribute to evening and weekend on-call commitments (1:7 weekends).
• Cross-site cover at James Cook University Hospital and University Hospital North Tees.
• Negotiate and agree the detailed job plan with Clinical Director.

Skills

Respiratory medicine expertise

Fibre-optic bronchoscopy

Lung function testing

Multi-disciplinary teamwork

On-call experience

Education

GMC registration

Specialist Register within six months of CCT

Job description

Main area Respiratory Medicine Grade Consultant Contract Permanent: on call Hours Full time - 10 sessions per week (10 PAs) Job ref 328-GEMS-MED-8191436-A

Site Janes Cook University Hospital Town Middlesbrough Salary £113,565 - £150,569 on call supplement Salary period Yearly Closing 26/11/2026 23:59

Job overview

Consultant in Respiratory Medicine

10 PA CONTRACT

Current NHS Consultant Terms and Conditions

We are looking for a Respiratory Consultant to join our team in delivering high-quality respiratory medical services at University Hospitals of Tees. The successful candidate will have a subspecialist focus on TB, COPD and Pleural diseases.

The successful applicant will join the enthusiastic and well-established respiratory team to provide clinical sessions within the Department of Respiratory Medicine.

The primary base will be the James Cook University Hospital, Middlesbrough.

Main duties of the job

The post is outpatient and inpatient respiratory based. The post holder will contribute to Respiratory evening and weekend on-call commitments (1:7 weekends depending on the number of consultants) as part of the overall job plan.

This post is based predominantly at the James Cook University Hospital with the expectation to provide some cross site cover at the University Hospital North Tees, Stockton. Office accommodation and secretarial support will be provided, as will computer/internet access.

The full detail of the job plan will be negotiated and agreed between the successful applicant and the Clinical Director.

Working for our organisation

We support the'Making Every Contact Count'approach to behaviour change in the promotion of health and wellbeing of individuals and communities.

At University Hospitals Tees our main priority is, and always will be, to provide safe and high quality care to our patients every day; the kind of care we would want for ourselves and our loved ones. We want our organisation to be the best places to work with the right staff, in the right roles, at the right time, to ensure we deliver exceptional patient care and experience.

We will support staff through providing an inclusive and supportive workplace with health and well-being initiatives, staff benefits and opportunities for personal and professional development. Staff recognition is very important to us; as well as performance reviews and appraisals, we recognise staff through Star and Team of the month, colleague recognition – a note of thanks, Managers Awards, Shining Stars and Service Awards.

We support the Making Every Contact Count approach to behaviour change in the promotion of health and wellbeing of individuals and communities.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please see the full job description and person specification document(s) for main responsibilities of the role.

Qualifications

• Full registration with GMC. Inclusion on the GMC Specialist Register or within six months of expected date of CCT.

Clinical Specialty Skills

• Completion of a recognised training programme in respiratory and general medicine.
• Sound diagnostic and therapeutic skills, in-particular competent in fibre-optic bronchoscopy and lung function testing
• Competent in the management of respiratory and general medical conditions experience in managing rapid access lung cancer clinics in the UK and experience of lung MDT membership
• Experience in full range of bronchoscopy procedures and EBUS;
• Experience in managing patients with complex pleural effusion, including performing talc pleurodesis and insertion/removal of the IPC.
• Attendance at and participation in international meetings
• Multidisciplinary approach to lung cancer management.
• Experience in performing endobronchial interventions, such as argon plasma coagulation, electrocautery snaring and stent insertion.

Skills, knowledge and aptitude

• Evidence of working in a multi- disciplinary team.
• Ability to organise and prioritise complex demands.
• Evidence of teaching and training skills for resident doctors.
• Management training

Important - Once sufficient applications have been received this vacancy may close early.

Disclosure and Barring Checks (DBS)
It is the policy of South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust that all successful candidates who are new to the Trust who require DBS clearance for the post they have been offered, are required to pay the cost of their DBS. The method of payment for this is via salary deduction from your first month's pay.

Qualifications
Please note the essential qualifications required for the post are outlined within the Person Specification. You are required to provide original evidence of the necessary qualifications for the post at interview should you be shortlisted.You will also be required to provide original copies as part of the pre-employment check screening.

New Starters – Probationary Period

For any new employees commencing employment with South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, you will be subject to satisfactory completion of a 6 month probationary period. Please note that internal applications and individuals that are appointed to fixed term appointments of less than 6 months duration are exempt from the probationary period (unless you are an internal applicant currently part way through a probationary period or a bank member of staff).

Employment References

As part of our pre-employment screening process, all applicants are required to provide references covering their last three years employment history including any gaps. Applicants are requested toensure e-mail addressesfor all referees are included on their application form. Personal references are not acceptable.

Working Hours

If the hours advertised for the post are up to full time (37.5 hours per week), applications are still welcomed from individuals who may be seeking to work less than full-time hours and all requests will be considered in line with the post being appointed to for the successful applicant.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

Everything we do is shaped by our values: Respect, Support, and Collaborate.

At University Hospitals Tees we want our workspaces to be places where everyone feels welcome, valued and safe. We treat people with respect, and we celebrate the differences that make each of us unique.

We welcome applications from everyone, no matter your age, background, race, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, family circumstances or beliefs.

We are here to supportyou throughout your application and at every stage of your career with us. We believe we work best when we collaborate, learn from each other and build teams that reflect the communities we serve.

Supporting disabled people and people with long‑term conditions

We are a Disability Confident committed employer aspiring to become a lead employer in 2026.

This means we give fair and full consideration to applicants and will offer reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process. If you need help with your application, or need the information in a different format, please contact our recruitment team and we will support you.

If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, email our team at [e-mail] or call us on 01642 854610

Right to Work in the UK

The Trust welcomes applications from all candidates who meet the criteria for the role. Please note that from January 2021, to work in the UK all candidates who are not UK or Republic of Ireland (RoI) nationals require sponsorship unless you have permission to work via another route. Non UK / RoI candidates wishing to apply can self-assess the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship hereWork in the UK - GOV.UK ( www.gov.uk ).

Please provide full and accurate details of your current immigration status on the application form. Your current immigration status will not be considered as part of the shortlisting or interview process.

Please note that not everyone needs a ‘Skilled Worker’ visa. If you are applying for a vacancy in health or social care, you may be eligible to apply for the Health and Care Worker visa instead.

Further Important Information

Please check your email on a regular basis for updates on your application. If you are shortlisted for interview, you will be invited to email via this method

Existing employees of South Tees NHS Foundation Trust currently on the Redeployment Register, who meet the essential criteria for this post, will be shortlisted and interviewed prior to all other applicants.

Please ensure you read the ‘Guidance Notes for Applicants’ document attached to this advert before completing and submitting your application.

Unfortunately, we are unable to respond to all applicants and those who are not contacted within six weeks of the closing date should assume that their application has been unsuccessful.

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 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Name Dr Vandana Jeebun Job title Consultant Email address [e-mail] Telephone number 01642 617617 Additional information

For further details / informal visits contact:

Dr Vytis Dudzevicius, [e-mail] , 01642 850850

and/or

the Senior General Manager for Respiratory Medicine, Mrs Alexis Wollaston. Email address: [e-mail] . Telephone number: 01642-850850 Ext: 53843.