Respiratory Consultant - Specialist Interest in Sleep & Vent

Are you passionate about respiratory medicine and looking to join a dynamic and forward-thinking team? A supportive West Midlands Trust is searching for a skilled Consultant in Respiratory Medicine, with a specialist interest in Sleep and Ventilation, to join their team.

Role and Responsibilities

As a Consultant in Respiratory Medicine, you will play a pivotal role in delivering high-quality care to patients with a variety of respiratory conditions.

Your duties will include:

• Providing specialist respiratory care across inpatient, outpatient, and emergency settings
• Contributing to the management of acute and chronic respiratory conditions, including asthma, COPD, lung cancer, interstitial lung disease, and sleep disorders
• Supporting the Acute Medical Take as part of a shared on-call rota
• Leading and supervising a multidisciplinary team, including junior doctors, nurses, and allied health professionals
• Driving innovation and service development in line with clinical and operational goals
• Participating in teaching and training, mentoring junior medical staff and other healthcare professionals
• Engaging in audit, research, and quality improvement initiatives to ensure the highest standards of care

This position offers opportunities to develop a subspecialty interest, with scope for personalised clinical focus. The role also includes a full-time commitment of 10 Programmed Activities (PAs) per week, with flexibility to accommodate professional development and work-life balance.

The Hospital

The hospital is one of the largest teaching trusts in the region, providing comprehensive care to a population of over 900,000. Boasting over 1,400 beds, it is recognised for delivering outstanding care in state-of-the-art facilities.

The Respiratory Medicine department is supported by a dedicated team of consultants, specialist nurses, and allied health professionals, offering a full range of diagnostic and therapeutic services. The hospital houses advanced imaging facilities, a fully equipped respiratory function laboratory, and bronchoscopy suites. Collaborative working across departments, including oncology, thoracic surgery, and intensive care, ensures holistic patient management. Additionally, the hospital has a strong focus on research and education, partnering with a prestigious university to foster academic excellence and innovation.

The Location

Situated in the West Midlands, this vibrant city combines rich history with modern amenities. With its central location, residents enjoy easy access to major cities such as Birmingham, Manchester and Liverpool, as well as the stunning countryside of the Peak District National Park.

The area boasts affordable housing, highly rated schools, and a variety of cultural and recreational activities. From museums and theaters, parks and sports facilities, there is something for everyone. Whether you enjoy exploring the great outdoors or indulging in city life, this location offers the best of both worlds.

The Requirements

Essential Criteria:

• Full GMC registration with a licence to practise
• Inclusion on the Specialist Register or within six months of achieving CCT at the time of the interview.
• Experience in managing a wide range of respiratory conditions and able to independently manage patient care
• Experience in clinical audit
• Interest in and willingness to develop teaching abilities and activities
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills

Desirable Criteria:

• Subspecialty interest that complements the department’s existing services
• Experience in teaching, training, and research, having peer reviewed prior publications
• Ability to work under pressure, within a multidisciplinary team

How BDI Resourcing can support

When choosing to apply for your next role with BDI Resourcing, you’ll have the full support of an expert recruitment team who will assist, as standard, with:

• CV Preparation using our recognised bespoke guidance
• Application support with expert knowledge of specialisms, NHS and local support
• Video based Interview Preparation using specific example questions according to job role
• Contract and offer negotiations for salary, relocation packages, tenure and more

Once you have accepted your new role, you’ll then be met by one of our dedicated relocation executives who will guide you through all the way to starting to your new role including:

• Document gathering and checking
• COS and Visa Application support if applicable
• Short- and long-term accommodation sourcing
• Travel Arrangements
• Family support for finding schools and any other aspects of pastoral care

How to Apply

To apply for this role, simply send your CV to danielplatts@bdiresourcing.com. If you have any questions or would like to know more, please email your queries through to the same address, or use the enquiry form below and we'll get back to you as soon as possible.