Locum Respiratory Consultant: Lung Cancer Specialist

Uhleicester; Leicester; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust invites applications for a Consultant Respiratory Physician with a special interest in Lung Cancer. The post supports development of respiratory services at Glenfield Hospital, with academic links to local universities and dedicated teaching for trainees.

The postholder will lead multidisciplinary teams, contribute to research, and drive quality improvement in pleural disease, lung cancer care, and non-invasive ventilation.

Qualifications

• Fully trained in Respiratory Medicine, pleural diseases and lung cancer, at Consultant level.
• Excellent clinical skills and ability to apply sound clinical judgment.
• Experience in leading teams and change management.
• Evidence of commitment to teaching and research in respiratory medicine.

Responsibilities

• Lead clinical care in CDU and CCU for cardio-respiratory patients.
• Develop and lead respiratory services including lung cancer and pleural disease.
• Contribute to undergraduate and postgraduate training.
• Collaborate with universities and research units; participate in audits and governance.

Skills

Respiratory medicine

Lung cancer expertise

Clinical judgement

Leadership

Teaching

Audit & quality improvement

Education

MB ChB or equivalent

MRCP or Equivalent

PhD/MD

Full GMC Registration

Membership of Specialist Societies e.g. BTS, ERS, BTOG

Job description

University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust invites applications for a Consultant Respiratory Physician with a special interest in Lung Cancer. The post supports development of respiratory services at Glenfield Hospital, with academic links to local universities and dedicated teaching for trainees.

The postholder will lead multidisciplinary teams, contribute to research, and drive quality improvement in pleural disease, lung cancer care, and non-invasive ventilation.