UCLH (University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust)

Main area Respiratory Medicine Grade NHS Medical & Dental: Consultant Contract Permanent Hours Part time - 5 sessions per week (no on call commitments) Job ref 309-UCLH-8185 Site University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Town London Salary £113,565 - £150,569 per annum pro rata plus London weighting Salary period Yearly Closing 27/07/:59 The use of AI is monitored and if applicants have used it, then they are required to declare this in their supporting statement. Artificial intelligence (AI) is a set of technology that can perform various tasks that typically required human intelligence. Your application is your opportunity to demonstrate to us how you meet the requirements of the role. Job Overview We are seeking an enthusiastic Consultant Respiratory Physician with a specialist interest in Interstitial Lung Disease to join one of the UK's largest and most research-active ILD services. The successful candidate will join a nationally commissioned tertiary referral centre providing specialist care for patients with pulmonary fibrosis, connective tissue disease-associated ILD, sarcoidosis, genetic ILD and drug induced ILD. This post offers outstanding opportunities to develop specialist expertise, participate in clinical trials and translational research, contribute to innovative service development and work within a highly collaborative multidisciplinary team with strong academic links to University College London. Main Duties of the Job The successful candidate will join a nationally recognised tertiary Interstitial Lung Disease (ILD) service delivering high quality, patient centred care across the spectrum of diffuse parenchymal lung diseases. They will contribute to specialist ILD outpatient clinics, multidisciplinary team (MDT) meetings, inpatient consultations and the assessment and management of patients referred from across London and the UK. Working within a collaborative multidisciplinary team, the post holder will participate in service development, education and training of junior medical staff and allied health professionals, and contribute to maintaining and enhancing a high quality, evidence based ILD service. The post offers excellent opportunities to develop a specialist area of interest within ILD and to contribute to an internationally recognised academic programme. Applicants will be encouraged to participate in clinical trials, translational research and service innovation, with opportunities to develop expertise in areas such as drug induced ILD, precision medicine, translational immunology, digital healthcare and novel models of care. The successful candidate will be supported to develop both clinically and academically within one of the UK's leading respiratory departments. Person Specification Knowledge and Qualifications Full GMC Registration with licence to practise Entry on the GMC Specialist Register in Respiratory Medicine, or within six months of CCT at the time of interview. Higher degree (MD, PhD or equivalent). Research publications relevant to respiratory medicine. Experience Experience in the diagnosis and management of interstitial lung disease. Experience working within multidisciplinary teams. Commitment to audit, governance and service improvement. Experience of clinical trial recruitment and delivery. Experience leading multidisciplinary meetings. Experience of service redesign and innovation. Interest in developing specialist expertise in a subspecialty area of ILD. Skills and Abilities Ability to run outpatient clinics, specifically Interstitial Lung Disease. Ability to undertake teaching and audit. Personal and People Development Commitment to teaching and education. Responsibilities towards promoting Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Demonstratable understanding of the Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and/or Knowledge of the NHS obligations under the Equality Act 2010 and the Public Sector Equality Duty. Benefits Interest free season ticket loan for travel. Access to free independent and confidential support. Large retail discounts and staff discount platform. Cycle to work scheme and on site accommodation. Staff wellbeing programme - Creative Comfort, weekly choir, art club and access to cultural events. Legal & Application Information Applicant must have right to work in the UK or meet eligibility criteria for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa route. Applications from candidates requiring visa sponsorship may be considered only where UKVI requirements are met. All correspondence regarding your application will be via email.