Job summary
Consultant Physicians in Respiratory & Internal Medicine

Main duties of the job
We have recognised the need to deliver newer services and expand capacity within Respiratory to help meet the demand of our local population.

• COPD
• Asthma
• Pulmonary Nodules
• Lung Cancer
• Pulmonary Hypertension
• Non-invasive Ventilation
• Sleep services

About us
We are committed to being an inclusive and diverse employer. We strive to employ people who reflect the communities we serve, and aim to create an inclusive culture where everyone can reach their full potential. Whatever your race, ethnicity, belief, generation, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, disability or experience, you'll appreciate the opportunities we give you to work in an inclusive atmosphere. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences to build on the progress we've achieved to make our Trust diverse and the best place to work. We celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that help us overcome challenges and embrace new possibilities.

Job responsibilities
The post holder will have the option to join the General Physician on-call rota (1 in 16) for non-selected acute take. This consists of post-take ward rounds in the morning and then post-take ward rounds mid-day & evening.

A formal Job Plan will be agreed between the appointee and their Clinical Director, on behalf of the Medical Director, within three months after the commencement date of the appointee. This will be signed by the Clinical Director and will be effective from the commencement date of the appointment. The Job Plan will then be reviewed annually, following the Appraisal Meeting.

Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• GMC Recognised Medical Degree (MBBS or Equivalent).
• MRCP (UK or Ireland) or equivalent.
• CCT in Respiratory & General (Internal) Medicine or be eligible for CCT within 6 months of interview date.

Desirable

• Other degrees, e.g. BSc MSc, MD, PhD.

Experience
Essential

• Full and independent management of clinical patient workload.

Desirable

• Level 1 competent in Pleural Ultrasound
• Sub specialist interest: COPD, Asthma, Pulmonary Nodules, Thoracic Cancer, NIV, Sleep, Pulmonary Hypertension

Clinical Governance
Essential

• Involvement and understanding of Clinical Governance and Clinical Audit.

Teaching
Essential

• Ability to teach and support learning activities of medical undergraduates, junior medical, nursing, technical and other clinical staff.

Research
Essential

• Experience of collaborative clinical or laboratory research.

Desirable

• To have published clinical work in peer-reviewed journals.

Knowledge & Skills
Essential

• Commitment to Continuing Medical Education.
• Awareness of current general medical practices.
• Computer-literate in office applications (word processing, presentation, spreadsheet and database analysis)
• Ability to use internet applications (Web and E-mail)

Desirable

• Knowledge of IT-based patient information systems.

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.

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.

Applicants must have current UK professional registration.

Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
Consultant in GiM & Respiratory Medicine: Dr Burhan Khan
Email: burhan.khan@nhs.net
Phone: 01322428423