Consultant Respiratory Physician

NHS; Bristol; On-site; GBP 105,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated Consultant Respiratory Physicians to join their expanding team at University Hospitals Bristol and Weston. This role offers the opportunity to work across multiple sites, providing both inpatient and outpatient care while developing special interests within the respiratory field. The successful candidates will be part of a dynamic team committed to delivering high-quality patient care and will have the chance to contribute to research and educational supervision. Join a forward-thinking Trust that values innovation and excellence in healthcare delivery, and enjoy the vibrant lifestyle that Bristol and Weston have to offer.

Qualifications

• Full GMC registration or eligibility for specialist registration within 6 months.
• Broad training and experience in Gastroenterology.

Responsibilities

• Manage inpatient and outpatient respiratory services across Bristol and Weston.
• Comply with Trust policies and manage patient care effectively.

Skills

Gastroenterology

Colonoscopy

Gastroscopy

GI Bleed treatment

Clinical Governance

Research

Teaching

Management

Communication Skills

Education

Full and specialist registration with GMC

Higher academic qualification (MD, PhD)

Tools

NHS IT systems

Job description

Job summary

As University Hospitals Bristol and Weston (UHBW) has recently expanded the Respiratory service to create a full rotational model across both Bristol aNd Weston sites, we are pleased to advertise for four Consultant Respiratory Physicians. These posts are expected to cover both inpatient and outpatient activity across both sites, which will be determined through the job planning process.The successful candidates will develop special interests to extend the spectrum of the respiratory services offered at both sites, and support services currently being developed in the department. The post holders will undertake general respiratory clinics as well as a specialist interest clinic and support the bronchoscopy. There will be inpatient responsibility for the respiratory wards on a 1:4 rotational basis. The posts include a commitment to the Weston on-call rota out of hours.The posts are advertised as a 10 PA posts, but candidates wishing to be considered for a position with additional or fewer sessions are welcome to apply. The appointments of this position will be part of the current Weston consultant on call rota.Applicants must be on the GMC Specialist Register or within 6 months of their CCT and ideally have NHS experience. However non-UK applicants wishing to apply for specialist registration could be considered on a fixed term basis.

Main duties of the job

This post will have 10 programmed activities (PA). There will be an option to negotiate an increase to up to a maximum 12 PAs subsequent to appointment, to support additional activities such as research, educational supervision, or subspecialist clinical work, if clear evidence is produced that the workload justifies this.The successful candidates will be expected to comply with all relevant Trust policies relating to administration of patient care. This includes working to set timescales for the triage of referrals, the completion of discharge summaries prior to patients being discharged, following the specified process for the management of patients that do not attend (DNA) their appointment or admission, and the completion of all paperwork deemed necessary to support the management of their patients within agreed timescales. Consultants are also expected to work with service managers and clinical colleagues to manage their caseload in a flexible way, to ensure clinical, national and local priorities, such as maximum waiting times for referral to treatment, are achieved.The successful applicant will have responsibility for the care of the patients entrusted to them. All consultants are expected to have a flexible attitude towards the work of the Directorate.

About us

University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is one of the largest acute Trusts in the country, bringing together a combined workforce of over 13,000 staff and over 100 different clinical services across 10 different sites, serving a core population of more than 500,000 people across South West England. UHBW has been rated by the CQC as 'Good' overall and our staff are proud to deliver excellent care to the people of Bristol, Weston and beyond. As a forward- thinking multi-award winning Trust and a digital exemplar committed to improving patient care, our world-leading research and innovations are having a positive local and global impact. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone's throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that the South West has to offer. UHBW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your application in order to ensure we're meeting our pledge.

Details Date posted

09 May 2025

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Consultant

Salary

£105,504 to £139,882 a year pa pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

387-M0715-MP

Job locations

BRI and WGH

Bristol / Weston

BS2 8HR

Job description Job responsibilities

Please refer to the attached person specification and job description for further information on this position.

Job description Job responsibilities

Please refer to the attached person specification and job description for further information on this position.

Person Specification Qualifications & Training Essential

• Full and specialist registration in either AIM or GIM with the General Medical Council (GMC) or
• Eligible for specialist registration within six months of interview

Desirable

• Higher academic qualification e.g. MD, PhD or equivalent

Experience Essential

• Evidence of thorough and broad training and experience in Gastroenterology
• Able to take responsibility for delivering service without direct supervision

Desirable

• Evidence of a special interest and expertise that complements those of other consultants in the department and is consistent with the Trust's service strategy

Clinical Knowledge and Skills Essential

• Up to date knowledge and experience of relevant specialty
• Knowledge of NHS priorities with reference to specialty
• Independent in colonoscopy, gastroscopy, and GI Bleed treatment

Desirable

• Broad range of IT skills
• Has attended TTT courses

Clinical Governance and Audit Essential

• Understanding of clinical governance and the individual responsibilities it implies
• Knowledge of the principles of clinical audit and evidence of participation
• Positive approach to evidence based practice
• Participation in continuing professional development (CPD) scheme and, where relevant, evidence of participation

Research Essential

• Knowledge of the principles involved in research
• Evidence of involvement in research
• Evidence of peer review research papers

Desirable

• Ability to increase the academic profile of the department

Teaching and Training Essential

• Experience of teaching medical students.
• Experience of supervising trainees.
• Knowledge of teaching to a multidisciplinary team

Desirable

• Formal teaching qualification

Management & Leadership Essential

• Evidence of management training and evidence of learning from it
• Ability to organise efficient and smooth running of a specialist service
• Ability to cope with and effectively organise the workload of a consultant
• Ability to practice independently as a consultant
• Ability to take on responsibility and show evidence of leadership
• Ability to work under pressure and cope with setbacks

Desirable

• Demonstration of knowledge of NHS management structures
• Management experience

Interpersonal, communication and team working skills Essential

• Ability to communicate effectively with patients, relatives, clinical colleagues, support staff and other colleagues.
• Good knowledge of, and ability to use, spoken and written English.
• Ability to present effectively to an audience, using a variety of methods, and to respond to questions and queries
• Ability to develop effective working relationships on an individual and multi-professional basis with all levels of staff both within and across divisions
• Ability to be a flexible team member

Any other Personal Abilities and Aptitudes Essential

• Ability to adapt and respond to changing circumstances
• Awareness of personal limitations
• Demonstrates the 4 Trust values
• Meets professional health requirements
• Willingness to travel to and work in other sites necessitated by the role

Desirable

• Ability to undertake additional professional responsibilities at local, regional or national levels

Person Specification Qualifications & Training Essential

• Full and specialist registration in either AIM or GIM with the General Medical Council (GMC) or
• Eligible for specialist registration within six months of interview

Desirable

• Higher academic qualification e.g. MD, PhD or equivalent

Experience Essential

• Evidence of thorough and broad training and experience in Gastroenterology
• Able to take responsibility for delivering service without direct supervision

Desirable

• Evidence of a special interest and expertise that complements those of other consultants in the department and is consistent with the Trust's service strategy

Clinical Knowledge and Skills Essential

• Up to date knowledge and experience of relevant specialty
• Knowledge of NHS priorities with reference to specialty
• Independent in colonoscopy, gastroscopy, and GI Bleed treatment

Desirable

• Broad range of IT skills
• Has attended TTT courses

Clinical Governance and Audit Essential

• Understanding of clinical governance and the individual responsibilities it implies
• Knowledge of the principles of clinical audit and evidence of participation
• Positive approach to evidence based practice
• Participation in continuing professional development (CPD) scheme and, where relevant, evidence of participation

Research Essential

• Knowledge of the principles involved in research
• Evidence of involvement in research
• Evidence of peer review research papers

Desirable

• Ability to increase the academic profile of the department

Teaching and Training Essential

• Experience of teaching medical students.
• Experience of supervising trainees.
• Knowledge of teaching to a multidisciplinary team

Desirable

• Formal teaching qualification

Management & Leadership Essential

• Evidence of management training and evidence of learning from it
• Ability to organise efficient and smooth running of a specialist service
• Ability to cope with and effectively organise the workload of a consultant
• Ability to practice independently as a consultant
• Ability to take on responsibility and show evidence of leadership
• Ability to work under pressure and cope with setbacks

Desirable

• Demonstration of knowledge of NHS management structures
• Management experience

Interpersonal, communication and team working skills Essential

• Ability to communicate effectively with patients, relatives, clinical colleagues, support staff and other colleagues.
• Good knowledge of, and ability to use, spoken and written English.
• Ability to present effectively to an audience, using a variety of methods, and to respond to questions and queries
• Ability to develop effective working relationships on an individual and multi-professional basis with all levels of staff both within and across divisions
• Ability to be a flexible team member

Any other Personal Abilities and Aptitudes Essential

• Ability to adapt and respond to changing circumstances
• Awareness of personal limitations
• Demonstrates the 4 Trust values
• Meets professional health requirements
• Willingness to travel to and work in other sites necessitated by the role

Desirable

• Ability to undertake additional professional responsibilities at local, regional or national levels

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information 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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details Employer name

University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW)

Address

BRI and WGH

Bristol / Weston

BS2 8HR

Employer's website

https://www.uhbw.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details Employer name

University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW)

Address

BRI and WGH

Bristol / Weston

BS2 8HR

Employer's website

https://www.uhbw.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)