Job summary
Trust Doctor Respiratory Medicine - Full time ST3 ST5 The post is for initially 6 months fixed term contract and is a fantastic opportunity for those desiring experience in respiratory medicine at a large modern tertiary Respiratory centre. It is intended that these posts could be tailored to meet training needs, including opportunities for trainees to become involved in respiratory research and procedural skills. The posts would be suitable for individuals who have completed at least 3 year experience in medical specialties by the intended start date.
Main duties of the job
There will be a commitment to a full shift respiratory HST on call rota, fully supported by Consultant daily ward rounds. The service is supported by a number of foundation year doctors, IMT 1-2 doctors, StRs as well as Physician Associate and Specialist Nurses. This will allow flexibility to tailor training to requirements, including clinics, as well as opportunities to develop pleural and bronchoscopy skills. It is intended that the successful applicant would be involved in audit and quality improvement projects, including the chance to collaborate with researchers to present at national meetings and publish work. We will ensure that the post receive dedicated clinical supervision with an experienced named supervisor, portfolio review, study leave and teaching programmes with evidence to count towards future training. The post is for initially 6 months. Interview date is Monday 11th May - Afternoon Candidates must be fully registered with the General Medical Council and hold a license to practice at the time of the application. For further information, please contact: Dr Deb Ellames, Consultant Respiratory Physician Email: Deborah.ellames@nhs.net Dr Martyn Kennedy, Consultant Respiratory Physician & Clinical Lead Email martyn.kennedy@nhs.net
About us
The Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust is committed to delivering the highest quality and safest treatment and care to every patient, every time. Our vision is to provide the highest quality specialist and integrated care. We will do this through delivery of our multi-year goals and strategic priorities, which you can read about on this page. Central to it all is The Leeds Way our values and behaviours that are at the heart of everything we do.
Details
Date posted
20 April 2026
Pay scheme
Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade
Doctor - other
Salary
£65,048 a year
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
6 months
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
000489
Job locations
St James’s University Hospital
Leeds
West Yorkshire
LS9 7TF
Employer details
Employer name
Leeds Teaching Hospitals
Address
St James’s University Hospital
Leeds
West Yorkshire
LS9 7TF
Employer's website
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