Job summary
Applications are invited for the post of Consultant Haematologist with an interest in Lymphoma based at the Royal Sussex Country 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 wtihin the wider trust along the South Coast and we are looking for an enthusiastic, motivated and forward looking colleage 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 Committment on a 1 in 6 our 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, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always deliver Excellent Care Everywhere, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating.
Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of staff networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in.
We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 3) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The main duties of the post include the following
Provision of outpatient clinics at both RSCH and PRH. To include Lymphoma clinics generalParticipation in the weekly haematology MDT.Provide cover and advice to the haematology day case unit, to include medical review if needed.Provide ward cover for inpatient lymphoma and support of the suspected lymphoma pathwayLaboratory 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.
Proposed interview date is May 2026
Job description
Job responsibilities
The main duties of the post include the following
Provision of outpatient clinics at both RSCH and PRH. To include Lymphoma clinics generalParticipation in the weekly haematology MDT.Provide cover and advice to the haematology day case unit, to include medical review if needed.Provide ward cover for inpatient lymphoma and support of the suspected lymphoma pathwayLaboratory 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.
Proposed interview date is May 2026
Person Specification
Experience & Qualifications
Essential
- oBasic medical degree
- oMB BS, FRCR or appropriate specialist qualification
- Full and specialist registration (with a licence to practise) with the GMC or be eligible for registration within six months of the interview. o If you trained in the UK, you must also have a Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) in Haematology/Radiology or be within six months of receiving it by the interview date. o If you trained outside the UK, you must provide evidence that your qualifications are equivalent to the UK CCT. (Equivalence must be confirmed by GMC by date of AAC)
Desirable
Clinical Skills & Experience
Essential
- Interest and training suitable for a Haematology and lymphoma specialist post
- Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues
Knowledge
Desirable
- oBreadth of experience in and outside specialty
Organisation & Planning
Essential
- oExperience and ability to work in multi-professional teams
- oUnderstanding of: NHS / Clinical governance / Resource constraints
Desirable
- oEvidence of managerial skills: Achievements / Course attended
Teaching Skills
Essential
- oEvidence of an interest and commitment to teaching
Desirable
- oRecognised teaching qualification
Academic & Research
Essential
- oEvidence of participation in audit
Desirable
- Research experience
- Publications
- Prizes & Honours
Career Progression & Personal Attributes
Essential
- oAppropriate progression of career to date
- oEvidence of:- Good communication skills both oral and written
Person Specification
Experience & Qualifications
Essential
- oBasic medical degree
- oMB BS, FRCR or appropriate specialist qualification
- Full and specialist registration (with a licence to practise) with the GMC or be eligible for registration within six months of the interview. o If you trained in the UK, you must also have a Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) in Haematology/Radiology or be within six months of receiving it by the interview date. o If you trained outside the UK, you must provide evidence that your qualifications are equivalent to the UK CCT. (Equivalence must be confirmed by GMC by date of AAC)
Desirable
Clinical Skills & Experience
Essential
- Interest and training suitable for a Haematology and lymphoma specialist post
- Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues
Knowledge
Desirable
- oBreadth of experience in and outside specialty
Organisation & Planning
Essential
- oExperience and ability to work in multi-professional teams
- oUnderstanding of: NHS / Clinical governance / Resource constraints
Desirable
- oEvidence of managerial skills: Achievements / Course attended
Teaching Skills
Essential
- oEvidence of an interest and commitment to teaching
Desirable
- oRecognised teaching qualification
Academic & Research
Essential
- oEvidence of participation in audit
Desirable
- Research experience
- Publications
- Prizes & Honours
Career Progression & Personal Attributes
Essential
- oAppropriate progression of career to date
- oEvidence 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.
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).
