Consultant Thoracic and Head and Neck Consultant

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Liverpool; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent NHS healthcare provider based in Liverpool is seeking applicants for a full-time or part-time role in subspecialty medicine. The successful candidate will engage in diagnostic work and contribute to the teaching and training of junior medical staff. Applicants should hold an MBBS or equivalent, be registered with the General Medical Council, and possess experience in cellular pathology. This opportunity supports flexible and home-working arrangements.

Qualifications

• MBBS or equivalent.
• Full and specialist registration with the GMC.
• Experience in cellular pathology.
• Skills that meet the department's current requirements.
• Evidence of teaching junior staff.

Responsibilities

• Engage in diagnostic work in the subspecialty.
• Contribute to teaching and training of junior medical staff.
• Involve in research activities.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership capability

Teaching junior staff

Clinical audit involvement

Commitment to continuing professional development

Education

MBBS or equivalent

Full and specialist registration with the GMC

Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT)

FRCPath or equivalent

Job description

The appointees will have a significant commitment to the indicated subspecialty where close collaboration exists between clinicians and pathologists. Applicants seeking full‑time (10 PAs) or part‑time positions are encouraged to apply. Flexible and home‑working is supported by the team. The successful applicant will be involved in the whole range of diagnostic work for the respective subspecialty and will also have the opportunity to contribute to teaching and training of junior medical staff, biomedical scientists, and to research.

Essential Qualifications

• MBBS or equivalent
• Full and specialist registration (and a licence to practise) with the General Medical Council (GMC), or eligible for registration within six months of interview
• UK‑trained applicants must also be a holder of a Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT), or be within six months of award of CCT by the date of interview
• Non‑UK‑trained applicants must provide evidence of equivalence to the UK CCT
• FRCPath (or equivalent training or experience)
• Higher degree relevant to the post
• Experience in cellular pathology sufficient to satisfy the above qualifications
• Skills and experience that fit the Department’s current and future requirements
• Evidence of special expertise or interest in relevant specialties, ability to work independently and as part of a team, communication skills, and leadership capability
• Evidence of teaching junior staff and undergraduate students
• Evidence of involvement in clinical audit, clinical risk management and clinical governance
• Experience and commitment to teaching both medical and non‑medical staff
• Evidence of commitment to continuing professional development and lifelong learning

Desirable Criteria

• Evidence of IT skills
• Evidence of research and publications in relevant subjects
• Evidence of involvement in teaching programmes
• Recognised teaching skills courses
• Recognised management and leadership courses

Employer Information

We are part of the Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, which includes Aintree University Hospital, Broadgreen Hospital and Royal Liverpool University Hospital, and have recently expanded into the Liverpool Women’s NHS Foundation Trust.

Equal Opportunities

We encourage applications from candidates who are currently under‑represented in our workforce, including black, Asian and minority ethnic groups, LGBTQ+ individuals, disabled people, men, and young people aged 16‑24. We are committed to promoting equality, diversity, and fair, equitable and consistent practice throughout the recruitment and employment process.

Contact Details

For questions about the role or to apply, please contact the Recruitment Services by phone on 0151 706 4666.