Job summary
This is a new Consultant post in Respiratory Medicine and General Internal Medicine within Cwm Taf Morgannwg UHB, based primarily at Prince Charles Hospital. The role expands the current respiratory team to five consultants and supports the delivery of acute and outpatient respiratory services, ward-based care, diagnostic procedures, and general medical on-call commitments.
The successful candidate will join a supportive, enthusiastic, and forward-thinking multidisciplinary team, working closely with consultants, nurses, physiologists, pharmacists, and wider MDT colleagues. The post offers a balance of respiratory ward work, outpatient clinics, procedural sessions, specialist referrals, and SPA time. There are also opportunities to contribute to service development, research, education, and flexible working arrangements.
This Job Description is pending Royal College approval.
Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Main duties of the job
Key duties include:o To provide consultant cover to ward 12 (respiratory) in Prince Charles Hospital.o To provide consultant cover for respiratory outliers.o To provide specialist reviews of patients under other specialties needing respiratory input.o To contribute to respiratory endoscopy. This will be principally covering a weekly bronchoscopy list on a 1:5 basis, but cover for EBUS is also possible if desired by the candidate.o To contribute to respiratory outpatients.o Attendance at the lung cancer MDT is not mandatory but is welcome.o To participate in an on call rota for general medicine, on a 1:14 basis.o To provide clinical +/- educational supervision of trainees in Respiratory medicine, Internal Medicine and the Foundation Programmeo To support the resident doctor team in Respiratory Medicine - 2 registrars, 2 IMT doctors, and 3 FP doctors, as well as one physician associate.o Lead and develop the Respiratory Serviceo Participate in annual job planning and appraisal. The post holder will be required to maintain their continuing professional development for successful revalidation.o Undertake statutory and mandatory training, as well as essential to role training as determined by the department and organisation.
About us
Cwm Taf Morgannwg (CTM) University Health Board, part of NHS Wales, serves a large population across a diverse and beautiful region, steeped in history and heritage. With nearly 13,500 staff, our health board is one of Wales's largest employers.
Together, we are Team CTM; a workforce dedicated to offering excellent patient care and support to the 450,000 people across our three regions, Bridgend, Merthyr Tydfil, and Rhondda Cynon Taf. We operate three District General hospitals, several community hospitals, primary and community care facilities.
CTM's location offers the best of South Wales, just 20 minutes from Cardiff's vibrant city life, the natural beauty of the Brecon Beacons, and the serene coastline at Ogmore. Whether you enjoy lively urban amenities, peaceful countryside, or seaside escapes, our location makes an ideal setting for both work and personal life.
Our CTM 2030 Strategy--Our Health, Our Future--focuses on uniting our region around shared health and wellbeing goals. Our values guide us daily:
o We listen, learn, and improve
o We treat everyone with respect
o We work together as one team
CTM employees enjoy benefits including; a leading pension, generous leave, flexible work, career growth, and access to ongoing learning and development.
At CTM, you'll find a welcoming, team-oriented workplace that values diversity and compassion, where you can take pride in your work and the difference it makes.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached job description detailing the expectations and main responsibilities for this role. Royal College of Physicians (RCP) approval for this post is currently pending.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached job description detailing the expectations and main responsibilities for this role. Royal College of Physicians (RCP) approval for this post is currently pending.
Person Specification
Teaching /Research Experience
Essential
- Experience of supervising Trainees
- Ability to teach clinical skills
- Ability to apply research outcomes to clinical problems
Desirable
- Publications in peer reviewed journal
- Involvement with Deanery/ RCP
- Involvement with developing other specialities (AHPs, ANPs, PAs etc)
Education/ Qualifications and training
Essential
Desirable
- Higher degree in a relevant area, e.g. MD or PhD
Clinical Experience
Essential
- Completion of Higher Speciality Training in Respiratory and General (Internal) Medicine, or equivalent experience gained in another role
- Ability to manage and lead a multidisciplinary team including junior doctors and therapists
- Ability to take full and independent responsibility for clinical care of patients
Desirable
- Experience of service improvement/development
- Experience in active contribution to clinical governance
Management and administrative experience
Essential
- Ability to run an efficient and effective acute service
- Ability to organise and manage care of patients within both Acute unit and outpatient areas
- Experience of audit/quality improvement
Desirable
- Demonstrate drive, achievement and innovation to establish and develop innovative services
Other attributes
Essential
- Ability to work in a multi-professional team
- Good interpersonal skills
- Caring attitude to patients
- Ability to communicate effectively - with patients, relatives, GPs, nurses and others
- Commitment to Continuing Medical Education
Desirable
- Evidence of/feedback from recent teaching delivery
- Formal teaching roles
- Formal training in medical education
Person Specification
Teaching /Research Experience
Essential
- Experience of supervising Trainees
- Ability to teach clinical skills
- Ability to apply research outcomes to clinical problems
Desirable
- Publications in peer reviewed journal
- Involvement with Deanery/ RCP
- Involvement with developing other specialities (AHPs, ANPs, PAs etc)
Education/ Qualifications and training
Essential
Desirable
- Higher degree in a relevant area, e.g. MD or PhD
Clinical Experience
Essential
- Completion of Higher Speciality Training in Respiratory and General (Internal) Medicine, or equivalent experience gained in another role
- Ability to manage and lead a multidisciplinary team including junior doctors and therapists
- Ability to take full and independent responsibility for clinical care of patients
Desirable
- Experience of service improvement/development
- Experience in active contribution to clinical governance
Management and administrative experience
Essential
- Ability to run an efficient and effective acute service
- Ability to organise and manage care of patients within both Acute unit and outpatient areas
- Experience of audit/quality improvement
Desirable
- Demonstrate drive, achievement and innovation to establish and develop innovative services
Other attributes
Essential
- Ability to work in a multi-professional team
- Good interpersonal skills
- Caring attitude to patients
- Ability to communicate effectively - with patients, relatives, GPs, nurses and others
- Commitment to Continuing Medical Education
Desirable
- Evidence of/feedback from recent teaching delivery
- Formal teaching roles
- Formal training in medical education
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).
