Job Title: Respiratory Consultant
Grade: Consultant
Location: West Midlands
Working Hours: Full-time, 10 PAs (with flexibility for part-time applicants)
Salary: £105,504 – £139,882 per annum
About the Role
This Trust is seeking a passionate and forward-thinking Consultant in Respiratory Medicine to join our expanding team. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a growing department with access to advanced respiratory diagnostics and procedures, including EBUS, thoracoscopy, and strong support for ILD, pleural, and sleep/ventilation services.
We are expanding and welcome applicants with subspecialty interests in sleep medicine, ventilation, lung cancer, or other areas. Flexible contracts and additional PAs are available to support work-life balance and professional development.
Requirements
Full registration and licence to practise with the General Medical Council (GMC)
Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) in Respiratory and General Internal Medicine (or within 6 months of interview)
Relevant postgraduate qualifications and Fellowship of a Royal College (e.g., FRCP)
Subspecialty interest in sleep/ventilation, lung cancer, or interventional respiratory medicine is desirable
Typical Job Plan and Duties
A standard job plan includes:
Providing high-quality care in respiratory medicine and general internal medicine
Participating in outpatient clinics, inpatient care, and multidisciplinary team meetings
Engaging in medical teaching, training, and appraisal of junior staff
Contributing to clinical governance, audit, and service development
Participating in annual appraisal, job planning, and revalidation
Supporting the development of respiratory services across the Trust
About the Department
A friendly, ambitious, and multidisciplinary team including consultants, specialist nurses, and advanced care practitioners
Services include interventional bronchoscopy (EBUS, thoracoscopy), sleep and ventilation, ILD, and pleural disease
Strong emphasis on teaching, research, and clinical leadership
No acute medicine ward rounds; light 1:6 weekend rota
Opportunities for additional specialty or management PAs and flexible working arrangements
About the Hospital
A small, friendly, and ambitious organisation serving the local population. Proud to be one of the few integrated health and social care providers in the NHS, offering a wide range of services from acute hospital care to community and mental health services. A modern facility with strong links to regional centres in Worcester and Birmingham.
Why Live Here?
The area offers the perfect blend of rural charm and modern convenience. Whether you enjoy hiking, cycling, canoeing, or exploring historic towns, there is something for everyone. The city boasts excellent schools, cultural venues, artisan food markets, and easy access to Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty.