Job overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen at UHNM to join the dynamic team of Respiratory Consultants working at our Royal Stoke and County sites. UHNM is a regional centre for interstitial lung disease, cystic fibrosis and non-invasive ventilation, including complex home ventilation and weaning services, and is part of two MNDA approved care centres.
The successful candidates would ideally have a specialist interest in ILD, Cystic Fibrosis or Sleep & Vent (although other Specialist Interests would be considered) and complement the expertise of the 21 Respiratory Consultants, 8 SpRs, 2 NIHR recognised academic fellow posts, and 25 Clinical Nurse Specialists working across the Respiratory Medicine Department. The department provides both an inpatient, outpatient and day case Sleep & Ventilation Service, Interstitial Lung Disease, Cystic Fibrosis, Asthma, Lung Cancer, Pleural Procedures and General Respiratory services across both our sites.
Main duties of the job
The Respiratory Department is the regional centre for interstitial lung disease, cystic fibrosis and non-invasive ventilation, including complex home ventilation and weaning services and part of two MNDA approved care centres. There is an established lung cancer screening programme. The Asthma service has recently been approved to provide biological treatment for severe disease. The Respiratory Department consists of 4 Respiratory Wards with 119 inpatient beds, including a 26 bedded Acute Lung Unit with 16 NIV beds, 2 Respiratory Physiology Departments over 2 sites offering a range of lung function tests. A Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) in Respiratory and General Medicine is required.
The successful candidate will complement the expertise of the 21 Respiratory Consultants, 10 SpRs and 31 Clinical Nurse Specialists, working across the sub-specialities. The department provides both an inpatient, outpatient and day case Sleep & Ventilation Service,
Interstitial Lung Disease, Cystic Fibrosis, Asthma, Lung Cancer, Pleural Procedures and General Respiratory services across both our sites.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
A detailed job description and main responsibilities are within the attached job description attached under supporting documents.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent
- CCT in Respiratory Medicine or within 6 months of receipt of CCT on interview date
- Full GMC registration
- MRCP or equivalent
Desirable
- A higher degree (e.g. MD or PhD)
Academic, Audit & Research
Essential
- Interest in and willingness to develop teaching abilities and activities.
- Experience of conducting Clinical audit
Desirable
- Peer reviewed publications
- Evidence of continuing research
Clinical Experience and Training
Essential
- Clinical training and experience equivalent to that required for gaining entry on the General Medical Council (GMC) Specialist Register via one of the following: a. Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) (the proposed CCT date must be within 6 months of the interview) b. Certificate of Eligibility for Specialist Registration (CESR) c. European Community Rights
Desirable
- Experience of clinical supervision and mentorship
- Postgraduate qualification in medical education
Management and Administrative Experience
Desirable
- Evidence of leadership
- Evidence of implementing change within a department/service
Professional and Multidisciplinary Team Working:
Essential
- Experience in attending MDT providing expert opinions and suggestions to colleagues from other specialties
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This advert is for Locum Respiratory Consultant with University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust in Stoke On Trent, Midlands, England. It is listed as a Consultant Medical doctor Respiratory Medicine role. The advertised salary is £105,504 - £139,882 Per Annum. The contract type is Fixed term: 6 months (1.9.26-28.2.27). The application deadline is 07 Jul 2026.
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