Consultant Haematologist - interest in Lymphoproliferative disorders
University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust
Consultant Haematologist with an interest in Lymphoproliferative disorders
We are looking for a Consultant Haematologist with an interest in Lymphoproliferative disorders to join our busy team. The main job responsibilities include:
* Maintenance of the highest clinical standards in the management of patients
* To share with colleagues responsibility for the day to day management of patients
* To promote new ways of working and coordinating care for patients in the community and to ensure that services are based on effective and integrated partnerships across the health community
* Take part in multidisciplinary case conferences
* Supervise and train junior medical staff
* To be involved in appraising and assessing juniors
* Teaching, research and administration
* To proactively develop the service
* To actively participate in both departmental and Trust matters concerning clinical governance and audit
Main duties of the job
* Responsibility for the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of illness, and the proper functioning of the department
* Cover for colleagues' annual leave and other authorised absences
* To participate in service development and business planning in collaboration with the other Consultants in the department, the CMG and local GP's and commissioners within the local CCGs
* Professional supervision and management of junior medical staff including the observance of local employment and human resource policies and procedures
* Responsibility for carrying out teaching, examination and accreditation duties as required and contributing to undergraduate, postgraduate and continuing medical education activity, locally and nationally
* In line with GMC Good Medical Practice, it is the responsibility of the post holder to ensure that all duties are carried out to the highest possible standard, and in accordance with current quality initiatives within the area of work
* The post-holder will be required to maintain their continuing professional development (CPD) to be able to successfully revalidate. As per the Trust requirement, the successful candidate will be required to have annual appraisal and attend/keep fully up to date with statutory and mandatory training as stipulated
About us
Our new strategy, 'Leading in healthcare, trusted in communities' was developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners and is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).
We have four primary goals:
* high-quality care for all,
* being a great place to work,
* partnerships for impact, and
* research and education excellence
And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.
Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:
* we are compassionate,
* we are proud,
* we are inclusive, and
* we are one team
This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.
Job responsibilities
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE POST
The overriding purpose is to support the provision of highest quality patient care through personal actions and continuous improvement.
* Responsibility for the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of illness, and the proper functioning of the department;
* Cover for colleagues' annual leave and other authorised absences;
* To participate in service development and business planning in collaboration with the other Consultants in the department, the CMG and local GPs and commissioners within the local CCGs;
* Professional supervision and management of junior medical staff including the observance of local employment and human resource policies and procedures;
* Responsibilities for carrying out teaching, examination and accreditation duties as required and contributing to undergraduate, postgraduate and continuing medical education activity, locally and nationally;
* Participating in medical audit, the Trusts Clinical Governance processes and in CPD CPD is provided in job plans and attendance at audit and other governance meetings is mandatory; Managerial, including budgetary responsibilities where appropriate and compliance with standing orders and standing financial instructions of the Trust.;
* In line with GMC Good Medical Practice it is the responsibility of the post-holder to ensure that all duties are carried out to the highest possible standard, and in accordance with current quality initiatives within the area of work.
* The post-holder is expected to respond in a timely fashion to legitimate requests from Trust officers this might include investigations of incidents or complaints.
* The post-holder is expected to participate in teaching and training of junior staff and other clinical staff groups. The appointee will also have supervision responsibilities for junior medical staff within the specialty. If appropriate the post-holder will be named in the contract of junior staff as the person responsible for overseeing their training and as an initial source of advice to such doctors regarding their careers.
* The post-holder is expected to participate in professional continuing medical education; study leave is provided for this purpose.
* The post-holder will be expected to undertake the Trust Corporate and Directorate specific Induction and competency Programmes appropriate to role.
* The post-holder will be required to maintain their continuing professional development (CPD) to be able to successfully revalidate. As per the Trust requirement the successful candidate will be required to have annual appraisal and attend / keep fully up to date with statutory and mandatory training as stipulated.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* MBBS or equivalent
* GMC Registration
* Fully accredited for Higher Specialist Training or will be eligible for inclusion on the specialist register within 6 months of the interview date
* MRCP/MRCS or equivalent
* Membership of relevant specialist societies or associations
* Higher degree eg, MSc, MD, or equivalent
Experience
* Fully trained in clinical haematology
* Excellent clinical skills and experience requisite to meeting all aspects of the job plan
* Ability to apply sound clinical judgement to problems
* Demonstrates clear, logical thinking/analytical approach
* Evidence of clinical or research commitment and a relevant specialty interest
Management
* Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team and supervise juniors
* Experience of leading teams and awareness of leadership styles
* Ability to effectively organise, prioritise and manage clinical workload
* Understanding of the wider health agenda and modern NHS
* Ability to work to overcome barriers to change (negotiate, influence, persuasion skills)
* Knowledge and understanding of clinical governance issues
* Evidence of management and administration experience
* Management training on an accredited course
* Awareness of service development issues
* Demonstrable skills in writing and spoken English that are adequate to enable effective communication with patients and colleagues
* To be empathetic and sensitive; capacity to take others' perspectives and treat others with understanding
* Highly developed emotional intelligence
* High standard of presentation both written and verbal
* Demonstrable track record of successful change management
* Proven ability to maintain focus in a demanding environment
Motivation
* Personal integrity and reliability
* Ability to motivate and develop both medical staff and non-medical staff
* Commitment to further develop the post and the service provided
Audit/Quality improvement
* Effective participation in and a commitment to clinical audit
* Participation in a quality improvement programme
* Experience of quality improvement work and audit
* Undergone training in teaching and willingness to organise relevant audit activities including quality improvement evidence
* Completion of formal courses in audit and quality improvement
* Published audit including quality improvement
Research
* Understanding and interest in research
* Ability to appraise research critically
* Ability to supervise juniors undertaking research projects
* Evidence of recent research and development activity
* Publications in nationally and internationally recognised peer-reviewed journals on subjects relevant to the specialty
Teaching
* Experience of and a commitment to training/teaching undergraduate and post-graduates
* Appraisal and assessment skills
* Ability to assess clinical competencies
* Enthusiastic and ability to inspire and lead others
* Willingness to develop new approaches to teaching
* Post-graduate qualifications in teaching and training
Equality and Diversity
* Able to demonstrate a commitment and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to their individual needs
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.
University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust
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