Job summary
The Department of Clinical Haematology is based on 4 sites (Royal London, St Barts, Whipps Cross and Newham) and functions as one department. The medical team consists of 24 consultant hematologists and 9 haematology trainees, plus several middle grade and academic haematology fellows. We have a busy and interesting clinical and research practice and hold the largest NIHR-funded research portfolio for non-malignant haematology research in the UK. The department is specialized commissioned for red cell and haemophilia /bleeding disorders specialty care.
One of the key objectives for the NIHR National Haematology Specialty Group is to increase registrar involvement in research. The specialty group aims to recruit at least one registrar from each of the 15 regions of England to take up the position of NIHR specialty trainee lead for haematology research. This appointment aims to deliver this goal for our region and will be a parallel appointment to an additional appointment in the North of the North Thames region (UCLH based).
Dr Priyanka Raheja, Haematology Consultant (Priyanka.raheja@nhs.net)
Dr Suthesh Sivapalaratnam, Haematology Consultant (s.sivapalaratnam@nhs.net)
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below.
Main duties of the job
To be an active member of the Clinical Haematology Research department and help deliver the departmental mission of excellence in clinical care, teaching and research.
Being part of the team for providing a specialist research trials for the patients referred in to the department in line with Trust and
NIHR targets, including performing all administrative duties associated with patient care.
To take ownership of delegated trails and carry out all delegated responsibilities for study procedures
To learn key principals of Good clinical practice and set up / management of trials according to GCP.
Work in conjunction, as Sub-investigator, with the Principal Investigators of the studies and be available to take over a study and /orprocedures as required by the trial.
To maintain good ICH GCP compliance with all research activities and ensure that GCP training is up to date
To attend Investigators meetings, Site Initiation Visit, site selection visits for all new trials and to ensure all personal trial documentation is current.
Please be advised that the vacancy advertisement may close early if a sufficient number of applications are received therefore, we recommend that you submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment
About us
Barts Health is one of the largest NHS trusts in the country, and one of Britain's leading healthcare providers.
The Barts Health group of NHS hospitals is entering an exciting new era on our improvement journey to becoming an outstanding organisation with a world-class clinical reputation. Having lifted ourselves out of special measures, we now have the impetus and breathing space to chart a fresh course in which we are continually striving to improve all our services for patients.
Our vision is to be a high-performing group of NHS hospitals, renowned for excellence and innovation, and providing safe and compassionate care to our patients in east London and beyond. That means being a provider of excellent patient safety, known for delivering consistently high standards of harm-free care and always caring for patients in the right place at the right time. It also means being an outstanding place to work, in which our WeCare values and behaviours are visible to all and guide us in how we work together.
We strive to live by our WeCare values and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We value our differences and fully advocate, cultivate and support an inclusive working environment.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To participate fully in the preparation for and representation at peer review site visits.
To promote changes that will improve the delivery of service to patients.
Responsibility for producing publication material arising from R&D activities. To participate actively in the provision of evidence-based care. To liaise effectively and on a timely basis with General Practitioners, community services, and other appropriate healthcare agencies.
To initiate and promote research and development activities with a clear focus on relevant clinical and scientific priorities
To adhere to research governance requirements priorities
To participate in Clinical Governance and Audit.
To hold responsibility for the training and professional development of the clinical scientist staff in Haematology
To provide relevant teaching and training at varying levels for health professionals.
To participate in the Trusts clinical governance activities, and to encourage and foster improvements in the qualityand standards of clinical services. The post holder will assist with the safeguarding of high standards of care by participating in the creation of an environment in which excellence in clinical care will flourish and will contribute to the maintenance of UKAS accreditation.
To participate in strategies which ensure that targets are reached and in the collection of data.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To participate fully in the preparation for and representation at peer review site visits.
To promote changes that will improve the delivery of service to patients.
Responsibility for producing publication material arising from R&D activities. To participate actively in the provision of evidence-based care. To liaise effectively and on a timely basis with General Practitioners, community services, and other appropriate healthcare agencies.
To initiate and promote research and development activities with a clear focus on relevant clinical and scientific priorities
To adhere to research governance requirements priorities
To participate in Clinical Governance and Audit.
To hold responsibility for the training and professional development of the clinical scientist staff in Haematology
To provide relevant teaching and training at varying levels for health professionals.
To participate in the Trusts clinical governance activities, and to encourage and foster improvements in the qualityand standards of clinical services. The post holder will assist with the safeguarding of high standards of care by participating in the creation of an environment in which excellence in clinical care will flourish and will contribute to the maintenance of UKAS accreditation.
To participate in strategies which ensure that targets are reached and in the collection of data.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Specialist haematology trainee
Desirable
- If an applicant is UK trained, they must ALSO be within 2 years of gaining their Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT)
- FRCPath or evidence of equivalent qualification
Experience
Desirable
- Previous experience of clinical trials patients
- Proven publications record
Knowledge and Skills
Desirable
- Knowledge of current research issues in non-malignant haematology
Disposition/Interpersonal Relationships
Essential
- Have demonstrated an ability to work co-operatively with other colleagues and in multi disciplinary teams.
Circumstances
Essential
- Registered with the GMC
- Occupational Health screening subsequent to interview
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Specialist haematology trainee
Desirable
- If an applicant is UK trained, they must ALSO be within 2 years of gaining their Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT)
- FRCPath or evidence of equivalent qualification
Experience
Desirable
- Previous experience of clinical trials patients
- Proven publications record
Knowledge and Skills
Desirable
- Knowledge of current research issues in non-malignant haematology
Disposition/Interpersonal Relationships
Essential
- Have demonstrated an ability to work co-operatively with other colleagues and in multi disciplinary teams.
Circumstances
Essential
- Registered with the GMC
- Occupational Health screening subsequent to interview
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).
