Respiratory Medicine Specialist: Lead Rounds & Pleural Procedures

NHS; Swindon; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional healthcare provider in Swindon is seeking a Specialty Doctor in Respiratory Medicine to join their expanding department. This role involves leading ward rounds, supervising junior doctors, and performing pleural procedures. The ideal candidate should hold an MBChB or equivalent, have experience in respiratory medicine, and possess strong communication skills. Opportunities for professional development are available, contributing to a supportive and dynamic team environment.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Supportive Health and Wellbeing team

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in respiratory medicine at registrar level.
• Familiarity with pleural procedures – confident to insert pleural drains unsupervised.
• Ability to assess and manage acutely unwell patients.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily ward rounds and manage respiratory patients.
• Perform pleural procedures including drainage and aspiration.
• Supervise junior doctors and collaborate with the multidisciplinary team.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Ability to lead under pressure

Commitment to personal development

Education

MBChB, MBBS or equivalent

MRCP (desirable)

Job description

A regional healthcare provider in Swindon is seeking a Specialty Doctor in Respiratory Medicine to join their expanding department. This role involves leading ward rounds, supervising junior doctors, and performing pleural procedures. The ideal candidate should hold an MBChB or equivalent, have experience in respiratory medicine, and possess strong communication skills. Opportunities for professional development are available, contributing to a supportive and dynamic team environment.