Locum Consultant in Respiratory Medicine

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust; Manchester; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS Trust in Manchester seeks a Consultant in Respiratory Medicine to provide clinical leadership and education within a dynamic team. The role offers involvement in research and specialty activities, requiring GMC registration and relevant experience in Internal Medicine and Diabetes care.

Qualifications

• Eligible for GMC registration; MRCP or equivalent required.
• Specialist Register for GIM and Diabetes expected.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical leadership in In-patient Medicine.
• Contribute to education and departmental audit.
• Engage in administrative and management roles.

Skills

Clinical leadership

Education and training

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Communication skills

Education

GMC Registration MRCP or equivalent

Specialist Register for GIM and Endocrinology & Diabetes Mellitus via CCT

Job description

The successful candidate will join an existing team of 13 consultants (11.3 WTE) and 5 Advanced Nurse Practitioners, providing in- and out-patient Respiratory care. This is a 10 PA post, with potential training and participation in specialty clinical activities across MFT for suitable candidates. The role encourages active involvement in research. Candidates must be eligible for GMC registration; MFT cannot support GMC sponsorship for permanent vacancies.

Main duties of the job

• Provide clinical leadership in In-patient Medicine, supervising junior medical staff and trainees as required
• Contribute to education, working towards accreditation as a Clinical and Educational Supervisor
• Participate in departmental audit and clinical governance
• Provide cross-cover for annual/study leave and short-term sickness as agreed within the team
• Perform other duties relevant to the service's efficient operation as it evolves
• Engage in administrative and management roles within the department
• An indicative job plan is available in the Job Description

About us

MFT is one of the largest NHS Trusts in England, with a turnover of £2.8bn, creating an integrated health and social care system for over 1 million patients annually. We operate 10 hospitals and community services across Manchester and beyond, fostering collaboration, transformation, and innovation. Our digital initiatives, including the Hive Electronic Patient Record system launched in September 2022, aim to improve quality and efficiency.

As a major academic Research Centre and Education provider, we support high-quality research. Our Green Plan emphasizes sustainability. We promote a culture of inclusion, equal opportunity, and staff wellbeing, shaping our future together.

Job description

Further details on responsibilities and required skills are in the Job Description & Person Specification documents under Supporting Documents. Please review the Candidate Essentials Guide for information about the Trust, benefits, and application process.

Diversity Matters

MFT is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and are available to support applicants with special requirements via [e-mail].

Person Specification

Qualifications

• GMC Registration MRCP or equivalent, with entry in the GMC
• Specialist Register for GIM and Endocrinology & Diabetes Mellitus via CCT (proposed CCT within 6 months of interview) or CESR

Clinical Experience

• Skills in Internal Medicine equivalent to Higher Speciality Training in GIM and Diabetes
• Experience in Diabetes care equivalent to Higher Speciality Training

Desirable

• Experience with acute take at consultant level in the UK; ICU experience

Management and Administration

• Experience in clinical audit and patient safety initiatives

Desirable

• Experience in service improvement

Teaching Experience

• Experience teaching medical and non-medical staff

Other Attributes

• Good organizational skills, flexibility, teamwork, and communication skills

Desirable

• Presentational skills

Attachments available after applying. Reference: V 349-MRI-7173353-RL4