Senior Clinical Fellow in Respiratory Medicine/NIV

A Welsh Health Board is looking to recruit a dedicated Senior Clinical Fellow in Non-Invasive Ventilation (NIV) and Respiratory High Dependency Unit (HDU). This is an exciting opportunity for applicants keen on developing a sub-specialist interest in Respiratory failure and Respiratory High Dependency. 

Role and Responsibilities

The successful applicant will partake in local/national audits and research projects, local and national presentations are also supported.

• Provide comprehensive care to patients with acute respiratory failure within the Respiratory High Care Unit.
• Develop advanced skills in NIV to support the 8-bedded high care unit within the respiratory floor.
• Participate in the acute general medicine on-call rota, delivering expert management for general medical patients.
• Engage in multidisciplinary team meetings, contributing to collaborative patient care and service development.
• Mentor and supervise junior medical staff, fostering a supportive educational environment.
• Participate in clinical governance activities, including audit, quality improvement projects, and adherence to evidence-based practices.
• Contribute to the NIV Retrieval service, reviewing new NIV admissions and being actively involved in their assessment and management.

The Hospital

This esteemed NHS Health Board is renowned for its comprehensive healthcare services and commitment to clinical excellence. The hospital offers state-of-the-art facilities, including advanced diagnostic and therapeutic equipment, supporting a wide range of respiratory services. The respiratory department is a vibrant and welcoming team, dedicated to providing the best possible care to patients. The department is actively involved in research and quality improvement initiatives, fostering an environment of continuous learning and innovation.

The Location:

Nestled in the heart of South Wales, the area boasts a rich history and offers a high quality of life. The town provides a blend of urban amenities and natural beauty, with scenic landscapes and cultural attractions. It is well-connected by road and rail, with easy access to larger cities including Cardiff, Newport and Bristol. The affordable housing options and welcoming community make this a popular place to call home for professionals and families alike.

The Requirements

Essential Criteria:

•  GMC registration with a licence to practice
• Demonstrated experience in managing a broad range of respiratory conditions and general medical emergencies
• Commitment to continuous professional development and participation in clinical governance activities
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team

Desirable Criteria:

• Full MRCP
• NIV experience
• Understanding of evidence based best practice for treatment of patients in Respiratory Failure requiring NIV
• Previous NHS experience

How BDI Resourcing can support

When choosing to apply for your next role with BDI Resourcing, you’ll have the full support of an expert recruitment team who will assist, as standard, with:

• CV Preparation using our recognised bespoke guidance
• Application support with expert knowledge of specialisms, NHS and local support
• Video based Interview Preparation using specific example questions according to job role
• Contract and offer negotiations for salary, relocation packages, tenure and more

Once you have accepted your new role, you’ll then be met by one of our dedicated relocation executives who will guide you through all the way to starting to your new role including:

• Document gathering and checking
• COS and Visa Application support if applicable
• Short- and long-term accommodation sourcing
• Travel Arrangements
• Family support for finding schools and any other aspects of pastoral care

How to Apply

To apply for this role, simply send your CV to danielplatts@bdiresourcing.com. If you have any questions or would like to know more, please email your queries through to the same address, or use the enquiry form below and we'll get back to you as soon as possible.