Trust Registrar in Respiratory & Acute Medicine

North Cumbria Integrated Care; Carlisle; On-site; GBP 66,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional healthcare trust is seeking a Trust Doctor in Respiratory Medicine at Cumberland Infirmary, Carlisle. This role involves managing inpatients, conducting specialist clinics, and supervising junior doctors. The position is fixed-term, offering a salary of £65,048 with additional benefits including 27-day holiday scheme and NHS discounts. Applicants should possess full GMC registration and an MRCP qualification. The role also provides an exciting opportunity for professional development in respiratory medicine.

Benefits

27-day holiday scheme

Flexible working scheme

NHS discounts

Salary sacrifice schemes

Excellent opportunities for development

Competitive NHS pension scheme

Free counselling service

Qualifications

• Full registration with the General Medical Council and licence to practice.
• Proven ability to work effectively in clinical settings.
• Completed Core Medical Training with satisfactory outcome.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day care of inpatients.
• Participate in general respiratory clinics.
• Supervise and teach junior doctors.

Skills

Sound knowledge of respiratory medicine

Good communication skills

Ability to work in various clinical settings

Strong organisational skills

Education

Full MRCP (UK) or equivalent

Full registration with the General Medical Council

Job description

Job Summary

This is a Trust Doctor in Respiratory Medicine position at registrar level, based at Cumberland Infirmary, Carlisle. The role is available until August 2026 and offers an exciting opportunity for a doctor interested in pursuing a career in respiratory medicine.

Responsibilities

• Day‑to‑day management of inpatients.
• Consultant ward rounds.
• Participation in specialist and general respiratory clinics.
• Supervision of junior doctors.
• Teaching junior doctors and medical students.
• Provision of out‑of‑hours and on‑call cover in acute/general internal medicine.
• Review of referrals requested by other physicians or teams.
• Responding to queries from general practitioners and handling correspondence and results.

Additional Duties

The post will be based primarily at The Cumberland Infirmary, Carlisle, with some work at West Cumberland Hospital when required. It involves both outpatient and inpatient duties, regular commitment to the medical admissions unit, and a special interest in sleep, asthma or pleural diseases (other specialist interests are welcomed).

About NCIC

North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust (NCIC) aims to deliver outstanding hospital and health services to over half a million people across North Cumbria and beyond. We operate 15 main sites and employ more than 6,500 staff, prioritising patient safety, quality and a positive working environment.

Details

• Date posted: 30 December 2025
• Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff
• Grade: Doctor – other
• Salary: £65,048 per year (plus on‑call allowance)
• Contract: Fixed term
• Duration: 8 months
• Working pattern: Full‑time (40 hours/week) with on‑call in general internal medicine (1:14)
• Reference number: 262-A-25-7594278-A
• Location: Cumberland Infirmary, Carlisle, CA2 7HY

Benefits

• 27‑day holiday scheme rising to 33 days after 10 years
• Flexible working scheme
• NHS discounts
• Salary sacrifice schemes (lease cars, cycle‑to‑work)
• Excellent opportunities for development
• Competitive NHS pension scheme
• Vivup – free, confidential counselling and information service (subject to eligibility)

Person Specification

Essential Qualifications

• Full registration with the General Medical Council and licence to practice at time of application
• Full MRCP (UK) or equivalent
• Completed Core Medical Training with satisfactory outcome at final ARCP

Desirable Qualifications

• Post‑graduate teaching experience or qualification
• Positive distinction for presentations/publications, prizes, awards or scholarships
• Higher degree or other relevant academic qualifications

Training & Skills

• Appropriate Foundation training and Core Training experience
• ALS provider
• Sound knowledge of both respiratory and acute medicine, evidence‑based clinical decision making and risk management
• Capacity to prioritise clinical need, organise workload and delegate responsibilities
• Proven ability to work effectively in different clinical settings required for the role

Experience

• Completed at least 2 years full‑time training after foundation years in core medical training or equivalent (or 18 months if MRCP diploma achieved)
• Demonstrable written and spoken English skills
• Evidence of continuous professional development and participation in audit projects
• Experience in acute medical take‑on within the past 6‑12 months

Desirable Experience

• Experience in respiratory medicine
• Evidence of improvement in care through audit projects

Personal

• Logical and lateral thinking to solve problems and make decisions
• Organisation and prioritisation of own work
• Punctuality, preparation and self‑discipline
• Understanding of information technology importance
• Adaptability and commitment to delivering improved patient care
• Promotion of equality and diversity

Legal & Visa Information

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. DBS charges (standard and enhanced) will be met through salary deductions over 4 months or a one‑off payment.

Certificate of Sponsorship is available for applicants requiring UK Skilled Worker or Health and Care visas. Applicants must check eligibility prior to applying.