Job summary
This post is for a full-time consultant with clinical commitments being undertaken at Kingston Hospital Foundation Trust and at Queen Mary's Hospital NHS Trust, (QMH).
Our well established, Clinical Haematology department provides expert investigation, diagnosis and treatment for patients with a wide variety of blood diseases as part of a regional system of care focused on improving population health locally and regionally.
With expertise in the management of myeloproliferative disorders, myeloma, acute and chronic leukaemia, thrombosis and transfusion, our service works in conjunction with St George's Hospital in managing malignant and non-malignant bone marrow diseases in conjunction which has an international reputation in non-malignant bone marrow failure including paroxysmal nocturnal haemoglobinuria, aplastic anaemia and Fanconi's anaemia. Allogeneic and autologous bone marrow transplants are performed at St Georges Hospital, many in partnership with the Department of Oncology which has a large and expanding lymphoma practice, and is a recognised centre for unrelated donor transplants for non-malignant bone marrow diseases.
Main duties of the job
The job plan for this post has been prepared in accordance with standard requirements and will be agreed with the post holder on appointment.
The range of duties and responsibilities outlined are indicative only and are intended to give a broad flavour of the range and type of duties that will be allocated. They are subject to modification in light of the changing service demands and the development requirements of the post holder.
This post is for a full-time consultant with clinical commitments being undertaken at Kingston Hospital Foundation Trust and at Queen Mary's Hospital NHS Trust, (QMH).
Please see job description for full details.
About us
Kingston Hospital is a district general hospital delivering a wide range of services as a spoke hospital of the South West London (SWL) region. The department runs busy multidisciplinary clinics provided by a dedicated multidisciplinary team of medical clinicians, in conjunction with a full range of allied health care professionals and specialist nurses
The department is an active participate of the formal regional clinical governance and research network. Staff members attend the Clinical Haematology Oncology MDT where all patients with haematological malignancies are discussed and individual care plans formed All staff actively support Mortality and Morbidity case reviews through attendance at M&M meetings.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see job description for further info.
Kindly note that the interview date for this post is 3-December-2024
JD is with Royal College for approval.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see job description for further info.
Kindly note that the interview date for this post is 3-December-2024
JD is with Royal College for approval.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Full and specialist registration (and a licence to practise) with the General Medical Council (GMC) (or eligible for registration within six months of interview)
- Applicants that are UK trained must also be a holder of a Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT), or be within six months of award of CCT by date of interview.
- Applicants that are non-UK trained will be required to show evidence of equivalence to the UK CCT.
- FRCPath or equivalent.
Desirable
- MD/PhD/MBA
- MRCP or equivalent
Clinical Experience
Essential
- Broad general experience of Haematology on SpR/STr rotation
- Have a particular interest in Clinical trials
Management Skills
Desirable
- Attended management training course.
- Knowledge of finance / budgets
Experience in Training, Audit and Research
Essential
- Demonstrable commitment and ability to teach and train undergraduates and junior doctors.
- Experience of clinical audit.
- Relevant research articles in peer-reviewed journals.
Desirable
- Completed 'Train the Trainers' course.
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Demonstrate leadership skills within a multidisciplinary team.
- Ability to motivate staff, to facilitate appropriate changes in clinical practice and to work as part of a team.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, enthusiasm and approachability.
- Commitment to continuing professional development and clinical governance.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Full and specialist registration (and a licence to practise) with the General Medical Council (GMC) (or eligible for registration within six months of interview)
- Applicants that are UK trained must also be a holder of a Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT), or be within six months of award of CCT by date of interview.
- Applicants that are non-UK trained will be required to show evidence of equivalence to the UK CCT.
- FRCPath or equivalent.
Desirable
- MD/PhD/MBA
- MRCP or equivalent
Clinical Experience
Essential
- Broad general experience of Haematology on SpR/STr rotation
- Have a particular interest in Clinical trials
Management Skills
Desirable
- Attended management training course.
- Knowledge of finance / budgets
Experience in Training, Audit and Research
Essential
- Demonstrable commitment and ability to teach and train undergraduates and junior doctors.
- Experience of clinical audit.
- Relevant research articles in peer-reviewed journals.
Desirable
- Completed 'Train the Trainers' course.
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Demonstrate leadership skills within a multidisciplinary team.
- Ability to motivate staff, to facilitate appropriate changes in clinical practice and to work as part of a team.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, enthusiasm and approachability.
- Commitment to continuing professional development and clinical governance.
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).
