Trust Resident Doctor, EBUS and Lung Cancer, ST3 (MN37), Respiratory

A Vacancy at West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust.

We are pleased to offer an exciting opportunity for a Trust Resident Doctor (ST3 equivalent) to join our dynamic and forward-thinking Lung Cancer, Respiratory team. This post is ideal for a senior trainee seeking to develop expertise in lung cancer and interventional respiratory medicine.

The successful candidate will gain hands-on experience in EBUS and pleural procedures, while developing key skills in lung cancer diagnostics, multidisciplinary team (MDT) working, and outpatient care.

The role offers a structured and supportive environment with access to dedicated training opportunities, including bronchoscopy and pleural disease management.

This is Fixed-term 12 months (01/09/2026 – 31/08/2027)

You will be part of a supportive and collaborative Respiratory department committed to high-quality patient care, education, and service development.

This role provides an excellent platform for trainees aiming to pursue a career in Respiratory Medicine, particularly those with an interest in lung cancer and interventional procedures.

With a new hospital planned for Watford, work underway to update theatres at St Albans City Hospital and plans for a neighbourhood healthcare centre in Hemel Hempstead, this is an exciting time to join us.

We are building on the success of our award-winning virtual hospital and re-imagining models of care, working closely with partners and making the most of advances in digital healthcare.

Staff wellbeing and development are a priority, as is the role of innovation in improving clinical care, outcomes and patient experience.

Our vision is Excellent patient care, together and our values are to be empowered, compassionate, professional and inclusive. They capture an important balance across what we must all do as individuals and to support others.

We offer a variety of flexible working options as we recognise the importance of a good work life balance.

www.westhertshospitals.nhs.uk/flexibleworking

If you have a disability or long-term health condition and require support or guidance please contact westherts.recruitment@nhs.net

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We reserve the right to close this advert early due to the volume of applicants. Please apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

If you do not hear back within 3 weeks of your application, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.

Assessment and management of patients with suspected and confirmed lung cancer, including those on the 2-week wait (2WW) pathway

Participation in Lung Cancer MDT meetings, including preparation and follow-up of patient management plans

Attendance at lung cancer and general respiratory outpatient clinics

Involvement in weekly EBUS lists and pleural procedure sessions

Coordination of diagnostic investigations and patient pathways

Support of the respiratory ward, including patients requiring advanced respiratory support

The management responsibility of the post-holder will be to the Clinical Lead for Lung Cancer, Dr Andy Barlow.

The detailed job description and person specification included in job description and person specification.

This advert closes on Wednesday 13 May 2026