Consultant Haematologist with an interest in Lymphoma
University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)
Applications are invited for the post of Consultant Haematologist with an interest in Lymphoma based at the Royal Sussex County Hospital in Brighton. The appointee will join a well-established and cohesive team in the department of Haematology, part of the Cancer Division at University Hospitals Sussex.
This is an exciting opportunity to become involved in developing a clinically led, integrated Haematology Service within the wider trust along the South Coast. We are looking for an enthusiastic, motivated and forward-looking colleague to work within our team.
The successful candidate will participate in the established Multi-Disciplinary Team for Haematological malignancy in collaboration with the Medical Oncology, Clinical Oncology/Radiotherapy, and Haematology Consultants which is combined with Worthing and St Richards Hospital.
At the Royal Sussex County Hospital, we have a dedicated Haematology ward with delivery of inpatient care to level 3 BCSH guidelines (2009). Laboratory Support and Transfusion services are provided for a wide range of clinical specialties which includes regional Renal Medicine and Cardio-Thoracic Surgery at Brighton. Brighton is also designated as a Haemophilia Centre.
The appointee will participate in the clinical and laboratory Haematology Service and the post will also include the opportunity to participate in teaching at the Medical School. The appointee will have an On-Call Commitment on a 1 in 6 out of hours on-call rota.
Main duties of the job
The appointee will join a team of 12 Haematologists who work across Sussex (Brighton, Haywards Heath, Worthing, and Chichester) in delivering a comprehensive Haematology service for patients from across the County.
To fulfil the role of a Consultant Haematologist in providing full clinical care to those with blood disorders and inpatient care to those with haematological malignancy.
To support colleagues with specialist advice on all aspects of Haematology both within the trust and in primary care.
To provide clinical support to the Haematology Laboratory.
To actively engage in departmental meetings, clinical governance, and teaching to the junior medical team.
About us
At UHSussex we're proud to be at the heart of the NHS. As one of the UK's largest acute Trusts, we're a leading example of the excellence, the ambition, and the values that have embodied the NHS for over 70 years.
Improving lives: We are a vibrant and inclusive organisation, with hardworking, talented, and dedicated individuals, who work together towards a common goal, to always put our Patient First. Our mission is summed up by our 'where better never stops' motto and no matter the role at UHSussex, you will play a part in driving us forwards and in improving the lives of patients across Sussex. We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We're here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our wellbeing programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.
Build a career with us: As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching, and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career, we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.
Job responsibilities
The main duties of the post include the following:
1. Provision of outpatient clinics at both RSCH and PRH, including Lymphoma clinics.
2. Participation in the weekly haematology MDT.
3. Provide cover and advice to the haematology day case unit, including medical review if needed.
4. Provide ward cover for inpatient lymphoma and support of the suspected lymphoma pathway.
5. Laboratory cover to be negotiated.
On Call Commitment: Rota is a 1:6, which incorporates attending the ward for seven consecutive days. This incorporates two scheduled ward rounds during the week, and daily ward rounds on Saturday and Sundays. Includes 24 hour telephone advice as needed.
In a 10 PA job plan, 1 SPA - CPD will be provided (for less than full time this may be pro rata to minimum 0.5 SPA-CPD). SPA - CPD (168 hours per year) includes job planning, appraisal, mandatory training, consultant meetings, clinical governance such as NICE guideline reviews, national audits, GIRFT, and patient safety such as incident investigation, coroner participation, learning from deaths, ward teaching, and supporting management roles.
Please see job description & person specs for full details.
Person Specification
Experience & Qualifications
* Full GMC Registration with a licence to practice.
* Entry onto the GMC Specialist Register or eligibility for entry within 6 months of the date of the AAC.
* Higher Degree.
Clinical Skills & Experience
* Interest and training suitable for a Haematology and lymphoma specialist post.
* Understanding of clinical risk management.
Knowledge
* Breadth of experience in and outside specialty.
Organisation & Planning
* Experience and ability to work in multi-professional teams.
* Understanding of NHS / Clinical governance / Resource constraints.
* Evidence of managerial skills: Achievements / Course attended.
Teaching Skills
* Evidence of an interest and commitment to teaching.
* Recognised teaching qualification.
Academic & Research
* Evidence of participation in audit.
* Research experience.
* Publications.
Career Progression & Personal Attributes
* Appropriate progression of career to date.
* Evidence of good communication skills both oral and written.
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.
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