Interventional Pleural Fellow – Respiratory Oncology

Plymouth Hospitals do; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A large teaching hospital in the UK is seeking a fellow for their rapidly expanding respiratory department. The role involves attending NOLCP clinics and contributing to multidisciplinary meetings. Candidates must hold RCR level 1 thoracic ultrasound certification and have competence in flexible bronchoscopy. This position offers a unique blend of teaching opportunities and critical involvement in lung cancer care, with the chance to develop a research portfolio. Exceptional quality of life and work-life balance are also emphasized due to the hospital's scenic location.

Benefits

Work-life balance

Teaching opportunities

Develop a research portfolio

Qualifications

• RCR level 1 thoracic ultrasound certification is required.
• Competence in standard flexible bronchoscopy is necessary.
• Specialty trainees should be nearing competency in bronchoscopy.

Responsibilities

• Attend NOLCP clinics and multidisciplinary meetings.
• Participate in assigned bronchoscopy lists and inpatient referrals.
• Teach pleural procedures to foundation doctors and trainees.

Skills

Thoracic ultrasound certification

Competence in standard flexible bronchoscopy

Teaching and training skills

Education

Specialty trainees in Respiratory medicine or equivalent

Job description

A large teaching hospital in the UK is seeking a fellow for their rapidly expanding respiratory department. The role involves attending NOLCP clinics and contributing to multidisciplinary meetings. Candidates must hold RCR level 1 thoracic ultrasound certification and have competence in flexible bronchoscopy. This position offers a unique blend of teaching opportunities and critical involvement in lung cancer care, with the chance to develop a research portfolio. Exceptional quality of life and work-life balance are also emphasized due to the hospital's scenic location.