Job Title | Consultant Respiratory |
Location | Berkshire |
Job Type | Locum |
Speciality | Respiratory |
Rates | Competitive |
Description
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Locum Consultant in Respiratory Medicine to join our team. The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering high-quality respiratory care, managing a diverse caseload of patients with complex respiratory conditions. This role offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment with the flexibility of a locum position, perfect for consultants looking to expand their experience in a leading healthcare setting.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide expert clinical care in Respiratory Medicine, including assessment, diagnosis, and management of patients with a wide range of respiratory conditions.
- Lead and participate in ward rounds, outpatient clinics, and multidisciplinary team meetings.
- Develop and implement individualized treatment plans, including non-invasive ventilation, bronchoscopy, and other specialized procedures.
- Work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team, including nurses, physiotherapists, and other medical professionals.
- Contribute to the training and supervision of junior doctors, registrars, and medical students.
- Participate in the on-call rota, providing emergency respiratory care when needed.
- Engage in clinical governance, audits, research, and quality improvement activities to enhance service delivery.
- Provide leadership in respiratory service development and promote best practices.
Essential Requirements:
- Full GMC registration with a license to practice in the UK.
- CCT in Respiratory Medicine (or equivalent) and inclusion on the Specialist Register.
- Proven experience working as a Consultant in Respiratory Medicine.
- Strong clinical skills in managing complex respiratory cases, including acute and chronic conditions.
- Excellent communication, leadership, and teamwork skills.
- Commitment to maintaining high clinical standards and evidence-based practice.