Job summary This post currently attracts £10,000 Golden Hello on appointment, plus Anniversary payments as following: £5,000 anniversary payments at 12 and 24 months. Job Title: Haematology consultant Department: Haematology Location: MKUH Programmed Activities: 10PA Closing date for receipt of applications: 21st January 2025 Interview Date: 11 March 2025 We reserve the right to close posts early if we receive a sufficient volume of applications. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. This post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service Check. Main duties of the job The post-holder would be expected to have an interest in malignant Haematology and contribute to developing the department further. Applications are invited from enthusiastic, progressive individuals to join our friendly and dynamic team of Haematologists in providing level 2B care to the population of Milton Keynes. This is an exciting time to be joining the team as a new, purpose-built, Cancer Centre was opened in early 2020 and a brand new Radiotherapy Centre is due to open in Spring 2025, providing fantastic facilities for our Haematology and Oncology patients. The post is 10 programmed activities with a proportion allocated as on call tariff. Applicants will hold their CCT or be within 6 months of obtaining their CCT at the point of interview and are encouraged to visit the department prior to interview. About us You can expect a warm welcome at Milton Keynes University Hospital, our staff are friendly and welcoming. We listen to each other and work together to embed our Trusts values and behaviours. At MKUH we appreciate our staff and reward them with an outstanding benefits package including: Free on-site parking Free tea and coffee Great flexible working opportunities Discounted gym membership Lease car scheme Generous annual leave and pension scheme On site nursery (chargeable) Extensive staff health and well-being programme Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, in partnership with the University of Buckingham, is a University Teaching Hospital; we conduct research and teaching on site to improve the care of our patients. The hospital is undergoing significant investment, and we are proud to be rated good by the CQC. Visit our website to catch up on our latest news. Date posted 06 January 2025 Pay scheme Hospital medical and dental staff Grade Consultant Salary £105,504 to £139,882 a year Per Annum pro rata Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 430-MED2082A Job locations Haematology - Med Staff (Dept) Milton Keynes MK6 5LD Job description Job responsibilities Applicants will be contracted to provide Haematology services along with their 5 consultant colleagues to Milton Keynes University Hospital The post-holder would be expected to have an interest in malignant Haematology and contribute to developing the department further. The Trust has close clinical and academic ties with Oxford University Hospitals and the successful applicant will participate in teaching both undergraduate and postgraduate students associated with the University of Oxford and the University of Buckingham Medical School. Job description Job responsibilities Applicants will be contracted to provide Haematology services along with their 5 consultant colleagues to Milton Keynes University Hospital The post-holder would be expected to have an interest in malignant Haematology and contribute to developing the department further. The Trust has close clinical and academic ties with Oxford University Hospitals and the successful applicant will participate in teaching both undergraduate and postgraduate students associated with the University of Oxford and the University of Buckingham Medical School. Person Specification Qualifications / Registration Essential Full and specialist registration (and a licence to practise) with the General Medical Council (GMC) (or eligible for registration within six months of interview) Holder of Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT), or within six months of award of CCT or equivalent by date of interview MRCP(UK) or equivalent Medical degree FRCPath or equivalent Knowledge Essential Knowledge and application of up to date evidence based practice Desirable Breadth of experience within and outside specialty Clinical Experience Essential Postgraduate experience, including higher medical training at specialist registrar or senior registrar level. Part of this period may be in a post of equivalent responsibility and training potential Desirable Experience of managing patients with bleeding disorders Experience of managing patients with sickle cell disorders Communication Skills Essential Ability to communicate effectively through good verbal and written skills Evidence of the ability to communicate with patients, colleagues and staff at all levels Teaching Essential A proven background in organising and delivering undergraduate and post-graduate teaching and research with evidence of training for the role is highly desirable Desirable Ability to be able to appraise both trainees and other staff A qualification in Medical Education, such as a Diploma Leadership/ Management skills Essential Ability to effectively organise and manage clinical workload Ability to motivate and develop training medical staff Desirable Interest in medical management Personal Attributes Essential Ability to work in a team and co-operate with all staff Enthusiasm & ability to work under pressure Other requirements Essential Ability to work independently as well as part of the Haematology team To balance individual requirements against those of the Directorate and the Trust as a whole Demonstration of immunisation against Hepatitis B plus proof of HbsAg negative status Will be required to maintain full registration with the GMC as well as remain on the Specialist Register Desirable Ability and desire to take part in Clinical Directorate Management Research and Audit Essential Able to appraise research Understanding of Evidence Based Medicine Understanding of Evidence Based Medicine Desirable Publications in peer reviewed journals in the field of haematology Participation in haematology-based research Person Specification Qualifications / Registration Essential Full and specialist registration (and a licence to practise) with the General Medical Council (GMC) (or eligible for registration within six months of interview) Holder of Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT), or within six months of award of CCT or equivalent by date of interview MRCP(UK) or equivalent Medical degree FRCPath or equivalent Knowledge Essential Knowledge and application of up to date evidence based practice Desirable Breadth of experience within and outside specialty Clinical Experience Essential Postgraduate experience, including higher medical training at specialist registrar or senior registrar level. Part of this period may be in a post of equivalent responsibility and training potential Desirable Experience of managing patients with bleeding disorders Experience of managing patients with sickle cell disorders Communication Skills Essential Ability to communicate effectively through good verbal and written skills Evidence of the ability to communicate with patients, colleagues and staff at all levels Teaching Essential A proven background in organising and delivering undergraduate and post-graduate teaching and research with evidence of training for the role is highly desirable Desirable Ability to be able to appraise both trainees and other staff A qualification in Medical Education, such as a Diploma Leadership/ Management skills Essential Ability to effectively organise and manage clinical workload Ability to motivate and develop training medical staff Desirable Interest in medical management Personal Attributes Essential Ability to work in a team and co-operate with all staff Enthusiasm & ability to work under pressure Other requirements Essential Ability to work independently as well as part of the Haematology team To balance individual requirements against those of the Directorate and the Trust as a whole Demonstration of immunisation against Hepatitis B plus proof of HbsAg negative status Will be required to maintain full registration with the GMC as well as remain on the Specialist Register Desirable Ability and desire to take part in Clinical Directorate Management Research and Audit Essential Able to appraise research Understanding of Evidence Based Medicine Understanding of Evidence Based Medicine Desirable Publications in peer reviewed journals in the field of haematology Participation in haematology-based research Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Address Haematology - Med Staff (Dept) Milton Keynes MK6 5LD Employer's website https://www.mkuh.nhs.uk/working-at-mkuh (Opens in a new tab)