Job summary
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.
This is a fixed term contract with the position commencing ASAP.
Please see below for detailed job description of the role.
Main duties of the job
Your main role will be to provide support to the Interstitial Lung Disease service as required under the supervision of the Interstitial Lung Disease consultants. Supervised training will be provided as required. It is envisaged that you will gain significant clinical experience in all aspects of Interstitial Lung Disease management. Duties will include:
Outpatient clinics (ILD and join rheumatology-ILD) Weekly ILD MDT preparation, attendance and outcoming support Cardiac Sarcoidosis MDT preparation, attendance and outcoming support, Outreach referral support for patients known to ILD service, BTS ILD registry support, ILD CNS and Pharmacist Support Quality improvement and/or research projects
Personalised continuing professional development is central to this post, and you will be encouraged to take an active role in your own quality improvement and/or research projects with protected time provided. For interested candidates there may be the option to progress to a research degree within the NIHR Southampton Biomedical Research Centre where respiratory medicine is a key theme. There is no commitment to ward duties, and no requirement to contribute to any on call commitment.
About us
As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. UHS is rated 'Good' by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care.
We support flexible working and will consider requests taking into account the needs of the service. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.
Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Essential criteria includes;Full GMC registration and Full MRCP(UK) Diploma (all parts passed at time of application) essentialExcellent Communication Skills
Desired criteria includes;Current ST4+ in respiratory medicine trainingBronchoscopy ExperienceEvidence of Engagement in Quality Improvement/Audit/Research
This role is for 32 hours (0.8 FTE).
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Appointment will be made under local contractual terms and conditions of service for Trust appointed (non-training fellow doctors and dentists).Successful candidates will have an educational framework equivalent to training grade doctors, and there will be a named educational supervisor assigned at the start of the post. The opportunity for Continued Professional Development (CPD) is highly supported and encouraged by the Trust, with options available to take study leave. All licensed doctors must meet the GMC requirements for revalidation and there will be an annual appraisal to support this process.
Grades for Trust appointed (non-training) fellows will be paid a basic salary at a nodal pay point linked to the grade, at the rate set out in the National Medical and Dental pay circular.
Basic salary detailed below plus any additional remuneration (as applicable) for hours set out in the doctors work schedule (e.g. additional hours, weekend allowance, and any hours which attract enhanced pay)
Basic Salary MT04 £61,825 Basic Salary MT05 £70,425
Salary will be assessed based on experience and skills. Eligibility criteria for appointment to a Nodal Point 5; Have a minimum of 6 years of Specialty training Hold relevant higher specialty exam (e.g FRCP, FRCA, FRCS) A portfolio of evidence that demonstrates they meet the criteria for progression (in line with the Curriculum for the speciality similar to deanery trainee) Travelling expenses will not be paid for attending interview
Please note that GMC registration (with a licence to practice) and right to work in the UK are essential for this role.
Successful applicants will already have GMC registration or will be able to demonstrate they are eligible.
Applicants requiring Tier 2 sponsorship should ensure they meet the Home Office application criteria prior to submitting an application.
Interviews will be held on TBC Job Reference; 188-MB30625 - This vacancy closes on or before 9th July 2025
Job description
Job responsibilities
Essential criteria includes;Full GMC registration and Full MRCP(UK) Diploma (all parts passed at time of application) essentialExcellent Communication Skills
Desired criteria includes;Current ST4+ in respiratory medicine trainingBronchoscopy ExperienceEvidence of Engagement in Quality Improvement/Audit/Research
This role is for 32 hours (0.8 FTE).
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Appointment will be made under local contractual terms and conditions of service for Trust appointed (non-training fellow doctors and dentists).Successful candidates will have an educational framework equivalent to training grade doctors, and there will be a named educational supervisor assigned at the start of the post. The opportunity for Continued Professional Development (CPD) is highly supported and encouraged by the Trust, with options available to take study leave. All licensed doctors must meet the GMC requirements for revalidation and there will be an annual appraisal to support this process.
Grades for Trust appointed (non-training) fellows will be paid a basic salary at a nodal pay point linked to the grade, at the rate set out in the National Medical and Dental pay circular.
Basic salary detailed below plus any additional remuneration (as applicable) for hours set out in the doctors work schedule (e.g. additional hours, weekend allowance, and any hours which attract enhanced pay)
Basic Salary MT04 £61,825 Basic Salary MT05 £70,425
Salary will be assessed based on experience and skills. Eligibility criteria for appointment to a Nodal Point 5; Have a minimum of 6 years of Specialty training Hold relevant higher specialty exam (e.g FRCP, FRCA, FRCS) A portfolio of evidence that demonstrates they meet the criteria for progression (in line with the Curriculum for the speciality similar to deanery trainee) Travelling expenses will not be paid for attending interview
Please note that GMC registration (with a licence to practice) and right to work in the UK are essential for this role.
Successful applicants will already have GMC registration or will be able to demonstrate they are eligible.
Applicants requiring Tier 2 sponsorship should ensure they meet the Home Office application criteria prior to submitting an application.
Interviews will be held on TBC Job Reference; 188-MB30625 - This vacancy closes on or before 9th July 2025
Person Specification
Qualifications, Training & Experience
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
- GMC registration with a licence to practise
- MRCP (all parts complete)
- Experience at CT3/IMT3/ST3 level or above in respiratory medicine
Desirable
- Specialist Certificate in Respiratory medicine
- Interstitial lung disease experience
- Publications
- Experience of working within the NHS
- Research and audit experience
- Experience in flexible bronchoscopy
Aptitudes and skills
Essential
- Evidence and ability to work effectively in multi-professional teams
- Good clinical and interpersonal skills
- IT skills
- Enthusiastic, reliable and flexible
- Sensitive to patients' needs
- Demonstrates sound judgement
- Good presentation skills
Living Trust Values
Essential
- Patients First
- Always Improving
- Working Together
Person Specification
Qualifications, Training & Experience
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
- GMC registration with a licence to practise
- MRCP (all parts complete)
- Experience at CT3/IMT3/ST3 level or above in respiratory medicine
Desirable
- Specialist Certificate in Respiratory medicine
- Interstitial lung disease experience
- Publications
- Experience of working within the NHS
- Research and audit experience
- Experience in flexible bronchoscopy
Aptitudes and skills
Essential
- Evidence and ability to work effectively in multi-professional teams
- Good clinical and interpersonal skills
- IT skills
- Enthusiastic, reliable and flexible
- Sensitive to patients' needs
- Demonstrates sound judgement
- Good presentation skills
Living Trust Values
Essential
- Patients First
- Always Improving
- Working Together
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.
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.
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).
