Job summary
Applications are invited for a 12 month, fixed term, Clinical Fellowship post in Laboratory Haematology.
We are looking for an enthusiastic, innovative and forward thinking individual with an interest in laboratory haematology. The post is based primarily within the specialist integrated haematological malignancy diagnostic service, a regional service supporting hospitals across Leicestershire, Northamptonshire and Rutland. The role is an opportunity to build on previous experience and become confident in morphology (blood, bone marrow aspirate and trephine) as well as developing competence in reporting flow cytometry and extending knowledge in molecular aspects of haematological disease. Working in the laboratory the post holder will gain experience in laboratory management and quality requirements including the accreditation process. In addition, the post holder will undertake 1-2 clinics per week so applicants must have relevant and recent experience both in laboratory and clinical haematology.
There are opportunities to participate in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching, audit, research and development.
Main duties of the job
This post is specifically designed to provide experience in laboratory haematology, especially of haematological malignancies while maintaining clinical skills by supporting 1-2 clinics per week.
It is an opportunity to gain supervised specialist experience in haematology diagnostics and would be particularly suited to those who wish to develop a specialised interest in the area of laboratory diagnostics prior to, or following completion of Specialist Training in haematology (UK) (or equivalent).
About us
University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust is one of the biggest and busiest NHS trusts in the country, incorporating the General, Glenfield and Royal Infirmary hospitals. We have our very own Children's Hospital and run one of the country's leading heart centres.
Our team is made up of more than 17,000 staff providing a range of services primarily for the one million residents of Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland.
We work with partners at the University of Leicester and De Montfort University providing world-class teaching to nurture and develop the next generation of doctors, nurses and other healthcare professionals, many of whom go on to spend their working lives with us.
Our purpose is to provide 'Caring at its best' and our staff have helped us create a set of values that embody who we are and what we're here to do. They are:
- We focus on what matters most
- We treat others how we would like to be treated
- We are passionate and creative in our work
- We do what we say we are going to do
- We are one team and we are best when we work together
Our patients are at the heart of all we do and we believe that 'Caring at its best' is not just about the treatments and services we provide, but about giving our patients the best possible experience.
About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust: (leicestershospitals.nhs.uk)
The detailed job description and main responsibilities are included as an attachment to this advert.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The role will provide experience in laboratory haematology while supporting the provision of highest quality patient care through personal actions and continuous improvement.
- Assessing and reporting bone marrow (both aspirate and trephine biopsies) blood, CSF and other fluid samples, with appropriate support, dependent on experience.
- Identifying further investigations required to diagnose haematological malignancies
- With training and appropriate competency assessment, participate in independent flow cytometry reporting
- Support local and regional Haematological Malignancy MDTs and participate in local laboratory meetings
- Attend (virtually) the Genomics Tumour Advisory Board (GTAB)
- Provide advice on diagnosis, further investigation and management to assist clinicians in primary and secondary care
- Contribute to the daily provision of haematology services, including supervision of junior medical staff and Clinical Scientists
- Participation in 1-2 haematology out-patient clinics per week
- Participation in quality management
- Evaluate and implement recent developments and guidelines to ensure that the department provides an up-to-date service and good practice
- Participate in audit and service development
Job description
Job responsibilities
The role will provide experience in laboratory haematology while supporting the provision of highest quality patient care through personal actions and continuous improvement.
- Assessing and reporting bone marrow (both aspirate and trephine biopsies) blood, CSF and other fluid samples, with appropriate support, dependent on experience.
- Identifying further investigations required to diagnose haematological malignancies
- With training and appropriate competency assessment, participate in independent flow cytometry reporting
- Support local and regional Haematological Malignancy MDTs and participate in local laboratory meetings
- Attend (virtually) the Genomics Tumour Advisory Board (GTAB)
- Provide advice on diagnosis, further investigation and management to assist clinicians in primary and secondary care
- Contribute to the daily provision of haematology services, including supervision of junior medical staff and Clinical Scientists
- Participation in 1-2 haematology out-patient clinics per week
- Participation in quality management
- Evaluate and implement recent developments and guidelines to ensure that the department provides an up-to-date service and good practice
- Participate in audit and service development
Person Specification
Experience and qualifications
Essential
Desirable
Committment to Trust values
Essential
Experience and clinical skills
Essential
Communication
Essential
Analytic and judgement skills
Essential
Desirable
Planning and organisational skills
Essential
Equality and DIversity
Essential
Other
Essential
Person Specification
Experience and qualifications
Essential
Desirable
Committment to Trust values
Essential
Experience and clinical skills
Essential
Communication
Essential
Analytic and judgement skills
Essential
Desirable
Planning and organisational skills
Essential
Equality and DIversity
Essential
Other
Essential
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).
