Consultant in Respiratory Medicine

Job overview

The successful candidate will join the existing team of 13 consultants (11.3 WTE) and 5 Advanced Nurse Practitioners in providing in- and out-patient Respiratory care. This 10 PA post - For suitable candidates, there may be the opportunity to train/participate in specialty clinical activity across MFT.

We are expanding our research activity, and the successful candidate will be encouraged to take an active research interest. Candidates must be eligible for their own GMC registration - MFT cannot support GMC Sponsorship for candidates who are offered permanent vacancies.

Main duties of the job

• • To provide clinical leadership in In-patient Respiratory and General Medicine and supervising junior medical staff and multi-professional trainees as required
  • Contribute to education and will work towards accreditation as a Clinical and Educational Supervisor
  • Contribute to departmental audit and clinical governance
  • The consultant will be expected to provide cross-cover for annual/study leave and short-term sickness for other consultants in the department as agreed within the teams
  • Perform any other duties that are considered necessary for the efficient working of the service, and which are mutually agreed to be relevant to the post as the pattern of service evolves.
  • The appointee will participate in administrative and management roles of the department in conjunction with other consultants
  • An indicative job plan is shown in the Job Description

Working for our organisation

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) is a leading centre of clinical excellence, renowned for pioneering patient care, advanced medical research, and a collaborative multi-speciality environment. We are the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester is the largest health academic campus in Europe - a great place to progress your career.

With over 30,000 employees, a turnover exceeding £3 billion, and 10 hospital and community services, join our team to help us deliver outstanding healthcare to our diverse communities.
We offer an engaging and supportive environment, with access to state-of-the-art facilities and cutting-edge technology. Research and Innovation are at the heart of our work, offering opportunities to lead research that shapes the future of medicine, working alongside experts, advancing clinical practice, and improving patient outcomes.
At MFT, we foster a culture where every colleague is valued and empowered to thrive. Your expertise is recognised, your ambitions are supported, and your impact is felt at every level. Whether you want to develop your clinical skills, pursue research interests, or seek leadership opportunities, MFT provides the ideal environment to achieve your medical or professional aspirations.
If you are dedicated to driving clinical innovation and delivering compassionate patient care, join us to shape tomorrow's healthcare; where clinical excellence, innovation, and your career will thrive.

Person specification

Qualifications

Essential criteria

• GMC Registration
• Specialist Register for Respiratory & GIM via CCT (proposed CCT date must be within 6 months of interview) or CESR
• MRCP or equivalent Entry in the GMC

Clinical Experience

Essential criteria

• Clinical skills in Internal Medicine equivalent to completion of Higher Speciality Training in General Internal Medicine, Respiratory medicine

Desirable criteria

• Experience of dealing with "acute take" in the UK at consultant level
• Intensive care unit experience
• Interest in COPD/Airways disease with a view to developing a leadership role

Management and Administration

Essential criteria

• Experience in clinical audit
• Experience in patient safety initiatives

Desirable criteria

• Experience in service improvement

Teaching Experience

Essential criteria

• Teaching experience to medical and non-medical staff

Other Attributes

Essential criteria

• Good organisational ability and a willingness to be flexible in accordance with the demands of team
• Experience of working in a cross boundary clinical team with good communication and management skills

Desirable criteria

• Presentational skills

Applicant requirements

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Documents to download

• Airways JD and PS (PDF, 488.4KB)
• Functional Requirements Form (PDF, 457.5KB)
• Inside MFT - Your Candidate Place (PDF, 306.4KB)