Job summary
This post is an exciting opportunity for a doctor with UK experience at specialist trainee level and ideally with experience in Haematology to gain experience in clinical trials and stem cell donor care, supporting the Anthony Nolan Cell Collection Service hosted within the Clinical Research Facility (CRF) at Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust (NUH). The postholder will be expected to play an active role in research and contribute to the management of patients in clinical trials. There will be the opportunity for independent audit and research and collaboration on these with the Anthony Nolan medical team.
Main duties of the job
This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute meaningfully to the life-saving work we do every day in ensuring the safety and wellbeing of our donors. The primary focus will be undertaking donor medical assessments including a thorough history and examination (and in the future patients who require autologous collections), They will review results and assess donor suitability for the donation in discussion with the Anthony Nolan medical team prior to peripheral blood stem cell collection. The role will also support the apheresis nursing team caring for patients during the apheresis procedure and managing any severe or atypical complications.
The post holder will work alongside clinical fellows in the clinical research facility (CRF) as well as an advanced clinical practitioner (ACP) and the apheresis nursing leads. As the lead clinical fellow for the Cell Collection Centre, they will have also strong links with the Anthony Nolan Registry medical team (based in London). Specific training in the care of stem cell donors will be provided, and they will have the opportunity to collaborate on research and quality improvement projects with the Anthony Nolan medical team.
About us
Every day, our teams at Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust (NUH) make a difference. We save lives, we improve lives, and we usher in new life. We are proud to play a central role in supporting the health and wellbeing of people in Nottingham, Nottinghamshire and our surrounding communities.
With more than 20,000 colleagues, we are the largest employer in Nottinghamshire and one of the biggest and busiest NHS Trusts in the country, serving more than 2.5m residents of Nottingham, Nottinghamshire and its surrounding communities and a further four million people across the East Midlands and beyond. Our Trust spans over three sites including Queen's Medical Centre (QMC), Nottingham City Hospital and Ropewalk House.
We provide a range of national and internationally renowned specialist services, and we are at the forefront of new surgical procedures and research programmes.
As a teaching hospital, we are instrumental in the education and training of doctors, nurses and other healthcare professionals. We are proud of our strong relationships with universities across the East Midlands, including the University of Nottingham, Nottingham Trent University and Loughborough University.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Clinical
This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute meaningfully to the life-saving work we do every day in ensuring the safety and wellbeing of our donors. The primary focus will be undertaking donor medical assessments including a thorough history and examination (and in the future patients who require autologous collections), They will review results and assess donor suitability for the donation in discussion with the Anthony Nolan medical team prior to peripheral blood stem cell collection. The role will also support the apheresis nursing team caring for patients during the apheresis procedure and managing any severe or atypical complications.
The post holder will work alongside clinical fellows in the clinical research facility (CRF) as well as an advanced clinical practitioner (ACP) and the apheresis nursing leads. As the lead clinical fellow for the Cell Collection Centre, they will have also strong links with the Anthony Nolan Registry medical team (based in London). Specific training in the care of stem cell donors will be provided, and they will have the opportunity to collaborate on research and quality improvement projects with the Anthony Nolan medical team. Attending and presenting at meetings is encouraged and supported as part of their professional development within this speciality. It is a collaborative and inspiring environment, where your professional development and contributions are highly valued.
As part of the R&I department, the postholder will be able to link with the R&I Haematology Clinical Lead to provide mentorship and guidance for the appointed individual.
These clinical duties are subject to review from time to time in the light of the changing requirements of the service. If alterations to the described duties are required these will be mutually agreed between the appointee, their medical colleagues, Anthony Nolan and the Trust.
The person appointed will be required to devote substantially the whole of their time to the duties of the post and always give them priority.
Governance and Audit
Each fellow is expected to take an active role in clinical governance activities including (but not restricted to) clinical audit, incident reporting, review of complaints, risk management, CPD and Evidence-Based Practice.
Teaching
Both main campuses of the Trust are major centres for undergraduate and postgraduate education and teaching. The successful candidate may be required to play a role in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching.
The Trust works to ensure the best possible placements and training for both undergraduates and junior doctors and to ensure consultant trainers & teachers are developed and supported. The Trust facilitates this through agreeing appropriate job plans, a clear framework for the delivery of medical education, and the opportunity to enhance clinical and teaching skills through Continuing Professional Development.
Research & Innovation
The Trust has extremely close links with Nottingham University and has academic departments in most of its clinical specialties. There are University and Trust research facilities. The Trust has a research strategy and management framework which aligns its funding for research with the research and innovations activities it supports. Staff who wish to undertake research require the approval of the Trust R&I Department and relevant ethical approval and must adhere to the National Framework for Research Governance.
The appointee would be expected to provide clinical care and management of patients and donors involved in the delivery of clinical trials relevant to the Anthony Nolan service and in conjunction with NUH trials requiring the support of the cell collection centre.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Clinical
This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute meaningfully to the life-saving work we do every day in ensuring the safety and wellbeing of our donors. The primary focus will be undertaking donor medical assessments including a thorough history and examination (and in the future patients who require autologous collections), They will review results and assess donor suitability for the donation in discussion with the Anthony Nolan medical team prior to peripheral blood stem cell collection. The role will also support the apheresis nursing team caring for patients during the apheresis procedure and managing any severe or atypical complications.
The post holder will work alongside clinical fellows in the clinical research facility (CRF) as well as an advanced clinical practitioner (ACP) and the apheresis nursing leads. As the lead clinical fellow for the Cell Collection Centre, they will have also strong links with the Anthony Nolan Registry medical team (based in London). Specific training in the care of stem cell donors will be provided, and they will have the opportunity to collaborate on research and quality improvement projects with the Anthony Nolan medical team. Attending and presenting at meetings is encouraged and supported as part of their professional development within this speciality. It is a collaborative and inspiring environment, where your professional development and contributions are highly valued.
As part of the R&I department, the postholder will be able to link with the R&I Haematology Clinical Lead to provide mentorship and guidance for the appointed individual.
These clinical duties are subject to review from time to time in the light of the changing requirements of the service. If alterations to the described duties are required these will be mutually agreed between the appointee, their medical colleagues, Anthony Nolan and the Trust.
The person appointed will be required to devote substantially the whole of their time to the duties of the post and always give them priority.
Governance and Audit
Each fellow is expected to take an active role in clinical governance activities including (but not restricted to) clinical audit, incident reporting, review of complaints, risk management, CPD and Evidence-Based Practice.
Teaching
Both main campuses of the Trust are major centres for undergraduate and postgraduate education and teaching. The successful candidate may be required to play a role in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching.
The Trust works to ensure the best possible placements and training for both undergraduates and junior doctors and to ensure consultant trainers & teachers are developed and supported. The Trust facilitates this through agreeing appropriate job plans, a clear framework for the delivery of medical education, and the opportunity to enhance clinical and teaching skills through Continuing Professional Development.
Research & Innovation
The Trust has extremely close links with Nottingham University and has academic departments in most of its clinical specialties. There are University and Trust research facilities. The Trust has a research strategy and management framework which aligns its funding for research with the research and innovations activities it supports. Staff who wish to undertake research require the approval of the Trust R&I Department and relevant ethical approval and must adhere to the National Framework for Research Governance.
The appointee would be expected to provide clinical care and management of patients and donors involved in the delivery of clinical trials relevant to the Anthony Nolan service and in conjunction with NUH trials requiring the support of the cell collection centre.
Person Specification
Professional Resistration
Essential
- GMC registration
- Eligibility to work in the UK
Professional Qualifications and Development
Essential
- MBBS/MBChB or equivalent MRCP
Desirable
Clinical Skills
Essential
- Evidenced technical skills as described in job description
- Ability to communicate effectively & appropriately
- Experience of work in Haematology
- Experience in making clinical decisions and managing risk
- Experience in delivery of clinical research
Desirable
- Interest in stem cell transplantation or cellular therapy
- Experience in working at specialist trainee level
Communication and relationship skills
Essential
- Demonstrate good written and spoken English skills (including medical topics)
- undergraduate training in English
- IELTS scores (Overall 7, speaking 7, Listening 6, Reading 6, and Writing 6.)
- Ability to build rapport
- Ability to work closely with nursing and non-clinical colleagues
Analytical & Judgement Skills
Essential
- Able to develop, present and operationalise coherent ideas for service development and delivery
- Knows when to seek help and able to prioritise clinical need
- Ability to work in a team
- Able to work flexibly and autonomously in a changing health service
- Good experience with IT & NHS systems
Planning and Organisational Skills
Essential
- Ability to manage own time, shows initiative and work to deadlines
- Ability to organise own learning
Person Specification
Professional Resistration
Essential
- GMC registration
- Eligibility to work in the UK
Professional Qualifications and Development
Essential
- MBBS/MBChB or equivalent MRCP
Desirable
Clinical Skills
Essential
- Evidenced technical skills as described in job description
- Ability to communicate effectively & appropriately
- Experience of work in Haematology
- Experience in making clinical decisions and managing risk
- Experience in delivery of clinical research
Desirable
- Interest in stem cell transplantation or cellular therapy
- Experience in working at specialist trainee level
Communication and relationship skills
Essential
- Demonstrate good written and spoken English skills (including medical topics)
- undergraduate training in English
- IELTS scores (Overall 7, speaking 7, Listening 6, Reading 6, and Writing 6.)
- Ability to build rapport
- Ability to work closely with nursing and non-clinical colleagues
Analytical & Judgement Skills
Essential
- Able to develop, present and operationalise coherent ideas for service development and delivery
- Knows when to seek help and able to prioritise clinical need
- Ability to work in a team
- Able to work flexibly and autonomously in a changing health service
- Good experience with IT & NHS systems
Planning and Organisational Skills
Essential
- Ability to manage own time, shows initiative and work to deadlines
- Ability to organise own learning
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.
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.
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).