Job summary There is a new full-time post for a Specialty Doctor to contribute to malignant and non-malignant haematology services at a middle grade (SpR)/staff grade level. The role may also be appropriate for a suitably qualified person to take on as part time if it fulfils the department's expectations and needs. The successful applicant is expected to contribute to the day to day functioning of the department at a level based on their experience. The successful applicant will work with all consultants and existing staff grade/middle grade doctors to cover the services provided at the trust. The successful applicant will support the current delivery of Clinical haematology services, including contribution to the future development at the Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust. Main duties of the job We are looking for a suitable qualified, enthusiastic individual to take this post and there is a possibility to develop subspecialist interests within haematology as part of the restructuring of the Clinical Haematology department at Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust. There is also potential for collaboration with Oxford University Hospitals (OUH), which is one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in the UK and has a national and international reputation for development of a speciality interest if the candidate wishes to. About us Royal Berkshire Hospital NHS Foundation trust is a busy DGH, providing level 3 services in Haematology, in partnership with Oxford University Hospitals. We are a team of 7 Consultants, 3 rotational registrars, 2 associate specialists and 5 specialist nurses providing haematology services to the patients of West Berkshire. We have a purpose built in patient and Day unit services and a well-supported OP service at the main site, RBH and satellite clinics at nearby Hospitals. Date posted 28 October 2024 Pay scheme Hospital medical and dental staff Grade Specialty Doctor Salary £59,175 to £95,400 a year On call Contract Fixed term Duration 6 months Working pattern Full-time Reference number 193-MS1556NCG Job locations Royal Berkshire Hospital London Road Reading RG1 5AN Job description Job responsibilities See attached job description for full details The appointee will have the opportunity, and be encouraged to, develop laboratory expertise, take part in clinical trials, undertake management responsibilities that are appropriate and be involved in teaching and training. Senior staff grade appointees may eventually be able to develop in to an Associate Specialist if such opportunities present themselves in future. Job description Job responsibilities See attached job description for full details The appointee will have the opportunity, and be encouraged to, develop laboratory expertise, take part in clinical trials, undertake management responsibilities that are appropriate and be involved in teaching and training. Senior staff grade appointees may eventually be able to develop in to an Associate Specialist if such opportunities present themselves in future. Person Specification Professional Qualifications Essential Full registration with the GMC/eligible for registration MRCP (UK) or equivalent Haematology experience Desirable Haematology experience at a middle grade level Post graduate qualification in Haematology Clinical Experience & Skills Essential Training in Haematology Previous responsibility for clinical governance and GMC Good Medical Practice Clinical Knowledge Essential All aspects of general Haematology and patient care Audit Management & IT Essential Ability to work within clinical governance guidelines. Undertake audits and present data as required. Good IT skills, use of patient and hospital database. Desirable Evidence of clinical leadership role demonstrating accountability for quality of care, financial controls and efficient management of workforce Research. Teaching skill & experience Essential Evidence or providing good teaching and supervision to trainees to the level of GMC accredited educational supervision level. Evidence of involvement in clinical research Desirable Publications in peer reviewed journals Educational qualification Personal Qualities Essential Ability to communicate with clarity and intelligently in written and spoken English. Willingness to take responsibility, and exert appropriate authority. Excellent Interpersonal Skills, and able to work within MDT Accountability; ability to take responsibility, lead, make decisions and exert appropriate authority. Interpersonal Skills; ability to see patients as people, ability to empathize and work co-operatively with others. Person Specification Professional Qualifications Essential Full registration with the GMC/eligible for registration MRCP (UK) or equivalent Haematology experience Desirable Haematology experience at a middle grade level Post graduate qualification in Haematology Clinical Experience & Skills Essential Training in Haematology Previous responsibility for clinical governance and GMC Good Medical Practice Clinical Knowledge Essential All aspects of general Haematology and patient care Audit Management & IT Essential Ability to work within clinical governance guidelines. Undertake audits and present data as required. Good IT skills, use of patient and hospital database. Desirable Evidence of clinical leadership role demonstrating accountability for quality of care, financial controls and efficient management of workforce Research. Teaching skill & experience Essential Evidence or providing good teaching and supervision to trainees to the level of GMC accredited educational supervision level. Evidence of involvement in clinical research Desirable Publications in peer reviewed journals Educational qualification Personal Qualities Essential Ability to communicate with clarity and intelligently in written and spoken English. Willingness to take responsibility, and exert appropriate authority. Excellent Interpersonal Skills, and able to work within MDT Accountability; ability to take responsibility, lead, make decisions and exert appropriate authority. Interpersonal Skills; ability to see patients as people, ability to empathize and work co-operatively with others. 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 Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust Address Royal Berkshire Hospital London Road Reading RG1 5AN Employer's website https://www.royalberkshire.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)