Job summary
The BHOC provides Oncology and Haematology services to the former Avon, Somerset and Wiltshire Cancer Network with a population of approximately 2.2 million people. The BHOC houses D603, the inpatient oncology ward, D703, the inpatient haematology, BMT and IEC (immune effector cell therapy) unit and the regional teenage and young adult (TYA) inpatient unit, Area 61, as well as the Same Day Emergency Care (SDEC) unit where we receive direct admissions of unwell haematology and oncology patients. The BHOC is also the home of the Radiotherapy department, chemotherapy day unit providing a full range of treatments.
The successful applicant will join will join our ward teams, one based in haematology and two based in oncology, but will also have some time working in both areas and on our SDEC unit. The post holders will be required to contribute to the on call SHO rota in BHOC which is a mix of nights, long days, twilights and weekends.
There is a 32 bedded Oncology ward incorporating 5 teenage and young adult (TYA) beds and two protected sealed/unsealed source rooms, an out-patient suite and a chemotherapy day unit and radiotherapy unit for oncology patients. The Haematology Unit consists of a 24 bedded ward and day units for patients with both malignant and non-malignant disorders. The Bristol Haemophilia Comprehensive Care Centre and Bone Marrow Transplant service are based on the unit.
Main duties of the job
Clinical/ Patient Care:
The successful candidates will be responsible for the care of inpatients on the Haematology and/or Oncology wards (D603 and D703), including oncology, general haematology and bone marrow transplant patients. Attendance at various outpatient clinics, MDTs and meetings is encouraged by the consultants. The post holders can gain experience in performing procedures including ascitic and pleural drains, bone marrow biopsies and lumbar punctures.
On-Call Commitment:
The post holders will be required to contribute to the on call SHO rota in BHOC which is a mix of nights, long days, twilights and weekends at varying frequency through the year depending on other staffing levels (maximum of 1 in 10 rota). There may be periods without any on calls when they will work 9am-5.30pm Mon-Fri, appropriate notice periods will be given for change to frequency in on call pattern.
Teaching and Training:
This is a teaching Trust and regular teaching is timetabled in the successful candidate's post. This includes weekly departmental education within Haematology and oncology and weekly joint Haematology & Oncology SHO Teaching. Previous post holders have joined the IMT education and MRCP teaching sessions if interested. There will be opportunities for post holders to deliver teaching to medical students and their SHO colleagues during their time with haematology and oncology.
About us
University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is one of the largest acute Trusts in the country, bringing together a combined workforce of over 13,000 staff and over 100 different clinical services across 10 different sites, serving a core population of more than 500,000 people across South West England. UHBW has been rated by the CQC as 'Good' overall and our staff are proud to deliver excellent care to the people of Bristol, Weston and beyond. As a forward- thinking multi-award winning Trust and a digital exemplar committed to improving patient care, our world-leading research and innovations are having a positive local and global impact. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone's throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that the South West has to offer. UHBW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your application in order to ensure we're meeting our pledge.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Day to day clinical responsibilities are seen to be a significant part of the training offered to Clinical fellows, and opportunities are taken for informal clinical teaching as / when appropriate. All doctors are expected to undertake audit and to make a regular contribution to the Departmental academic programme.
There is an excellent Trust Education Centre including library facilities. Opportunities exist for participation in clinical research and there are regular clinical trials and research governance meetings. Laboratory experience is available within the department.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Day to day clinical responsibilities are seen to be a significant part of the training offered to Clinical fellows, and opportunities are taken for informal clinical teaching as / when appropriate. All doctors are expected to undertake audit and to make a regular contribution to the Departmental academic programme.
There is an excellent Trust Education Centre including library facilities. Opportunities exist for participation in clinical research and there are regular clinical trials and research governance meetings. Laboratory experience is available within the department.
Person Specification
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- GMC registration
- Completion of recognised Foundation Programme or equivalent
- Up to date fit and practise safely
- Meets professional health requirements (in line with GMC Good Medical Practice)
- No unexplained career gaps
- Minimum 2 years NHS experience working as a doctor
Desirable
- Haematology or Oncology experience
- Experience of managing acutely unwell patients
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Good spoken and written English that is adequate to enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent primary medical qualification
Desirable
- MRCP
- ALS
- Undertaken additional teaching courses or qualification
Additional and Aptitudes
Essential
- Ability to maintain good relationships and communication with patients
- Ability to maintain good working relationships with colleagues
- Demonstrates professional behaviour and probity
Person Specification
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- GMC registration
- Completion of recognised Foundation Programme or equivalent
- Up to date fit and practise safely
- Meets professional health requirements (in line with GMC Good Medical Practice)
- No unexplained career gaps
- Minimum 2 years NHS experience working as a doctor
Desirable
- Haematology or Oncology experience
- Experience of managing acutely unwell patients
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Good spoken and written English that is adequate to enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent primary medical qualification
Desirable
- MRCP
- ALS
- Undertaken additional teaching courses or qualification
Additional and Aptitudes
Essential
- Ability to maintain good relationships and communication with patients
- Ability to maintain good working relationships with colleagues
- Demonstrates professional behaviour and probity
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).
Employer details
Employer name
University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW)
Address
Bristol Royal Infirmary
Upper Maudlin Street
Bristol
BS2 8HW
Employer's website
https://www.uhbw.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
