Job summary
A full time (10 PA) substantive post, as a Locum Consultant in Respiratory Medicine with unselected general medicine on call (excluding acute cardiology and acute stroke) is available at Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust based at both Wycombe Hospital and Stoke Mandeville Hospital (SMH). Part time will be considered.
The successful applicant will join 8 enthusiastic, friendly and forward-thinking Respiratory Consultants, who work in a cohesive unit. We are looking for someone with passion to be part of the lung cancer team carrying out diagnostics of bronchoscopic and pleural procedures and taking part in the cancer MDT as well as outpatient management, including our new lung screening service (Lung Health Check) due to start in April 2024. We welcome those with skills to expand our current service for the future, including radial EBUS, pleural biopsy, IPC placement, and thoracoscopy. The successful candidate can be supported to develop skills during the job, from current consultants and Interventional Radiology.
Main duties of the job
Locum Consultant in Respiratory and General Medicine
A full time (10 PA) substantive post, as a Consultant in Respiratory Medicine with unselected general medicine on call (excluding acute cardiology and acute stroke) is available at Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust based at both Wycombe Hospital and Stoke Mandeville Hospital (SMH). Part time will be considered.
The successful applicant will join 8 enthusiastic, friendly and forward-thinking Respiratory Consultants, who work in a cohesive unit. We are looking for someone with passion to be part of the lung cancer team carrying out diagnostics of bronchoscopic and pleural procedures and taking part in the cancer MDT as well as outpatient management, including our new lung screening service (Lung Health Check) due to start in April 2024. We welcome those with skills to expand our current service for the future, including radial EBUS, pleural biopsy, IPC placement, and thoracoscopy. The successful candidate can be supported to develop skills during the job, from current consultants and Interventional Radiology.
About us
What does Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust offer you?
- As part of our BHT family, you'll benefit from learning and development opportunities to support your career progression.
- We offer flexible and agile workingopportunities,alongside your NHS benefits ofgenerous annual leave entitlement, pension andaccess toNHS discount schemes.
- We provide a range of health and wellbeing services to promote a healthy, happy workforce.
Why work for us?
- We'recommitted to promoting inclusion and making sure all colleagues feel they belong. We encourage new colleagues from a diverse range of backgrounds to apply.
- As an employer, we aim to create a workplace where differences are valued and colleagues treat one another with dignity and respect.
- Greater diversity withinourBHT familyimprovespositive outcomes for the people and communities we serve.
What do we stand for?
- Our vision is to provide outstanding care, support healthy communities and be a great place to work.
- Our mission is to provide personal and compassionate care every time.
- Our CARE values are collaborate, aspire, respect and enable.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Direct Clinical Care (8PAs), Supporting Professional Activities (1.25 of which 0.25 is ES to 2 juniors), subspecialist lead 0.5PA.
The successful candidate would be asked to take up a clinical lead role, with guidance from the current consultants. Some lead roles (e.g. Simulation Lead) have additional PAs attached to the role.
The successful candidate will be required to hold a valid Driving Licence.
A consultant colleague from another dept will be allocated to the successful candidate to act as a mentor.
More detailed job description is attached to this advert.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Direct Clinical Care (8PAs), Supporting Professional Activities (1.25 of which 0.25 is ES to 2 juniors), subspecialist lead 0.5PA.
The successful candidate would be asked to take up a clinical lead role, with guidance from the current consultants. Some lead roles (e.g. Simulation Lead) have additional PAs attached to the role.
The successful candidate will be required to hold a valid Driving Licence.
A consultant colleague from another dept will be allocated to the successful candidate to act as a mentor.
More detailed job description is attached to this advert.
Person Specification
EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent GMC registerable qualifications and MRCP all parts
- oCCT in Respiratory Medicine and General Internal Medicine or within six months of achieving CCT at the time of the interview.
Desirable
- Higher degree PhD or MD or equivalent- desirable
EXPERIENCE
Essential
- General training in Respiratory Medicine to specialist level or equivalent
- Bronchoscopy skills to CCT level
- Pleural Ultrasound Skills to Level 1
- Ability to make decisions at consultant level
Desirable
CLINICAL AND TECHNICAL SKILLS
Essential
- Demonstration of strong leadership skills
- Good spoken and written English
- Experience of teaching undergraduates and trainees
- Experience of routine clinical audit
- GMC Registration
Desirable
- Knowledge of the organisation of the NHS and the Government's agenda for its modernisation
- Computing skills: ability to use word processor, spreadsheet programme and web browser.
- Communication skills training
- Management training and experience
Person Specification
EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent GMC registerable qualifications and MRCP all parts
- oCCT in Respiratory Medicine and General Internal Medicine or within six months of achieving CCT at the time of the interview.
Desirable
- Higher degree PhD or MD or equivalent- desirable
EXPERIENCE
Essential
- General training in Respiratory Medicine to specialist level or equivalent
- Bronchoscopy skills to CCT level
- Pleural Ultrasound Skills to Level 1
- Ability to make decisions at consultant level
Desirable
CLINICAL AND TECHNICAL SKILLS
Essential
- Demonstration of strong leadership skills
- Good spoken and written English
- Experience of teaching undergraduates and trainees
- Experience of routine clinical audit
- GMC Registration
Desirable
- Knowledge of the organisation of the NHS and the Government's agenda for its modernisation
- Computing skills: ability to use word processor, spreadsheet programme and web browser.
- Communication skills training
- Management training and experience
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).
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