Job summary
Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust is looking to appoint two enthusiastic, forward-thinking Consultant Haematologists.
Based at Queen Alexandra Hospital, the Trust has a vision to be recognised as a world-class hospital, leading the field through innovative healthcare solutions, focusing on the best outcomes for our patients, delivered in a safe, caring, and inspiring environment. This post sits within the Regional Cancer Centre, a newly formed care group which has developed in recognition of the expansion of cancer services provided by the Trust. There are opportunities for Clinicians in leadership and management roles alongside clinical roles. The department is well supported by five Specialist Nurses, in addition to three anti-coagulation Nurses. There are also five Specialist Trainees from the Wessex training programme.
Please contact Dr Charles Alderman - Charles.Alderman@porthosp.nhs.uk or phone 02392 286000 Ext 6311 for informal discussion or further information.
Interview Date: 6th June 2025
Main duties of the job
The department has an excellent record of participation in clinical trials and benefits from the support of a dedicated research team.
All applicants must have full registration with the GMC and be a holder of the Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) or equivalent or be within six months of the award of the CCT or equivalent on the date of interview. Candidates wishing to work part time or job share will also be considered. Modification of the job content and sub specialisation can be discussed on a personal basis with the Trust in consultation with the Haematology team.
These are new whole-time posts. The successful candidate will join an established and enthusiastic team of eight Consultants and is expected to be broadly skilled and to take part in clinical and laboratory duties. This is a 11 PA post; applicants wishing to work less than full time are most welcome to discuss their requirements.
About us
Here at Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust, we are proud to provide expert, compassionate care for our local population. We are ranked as the third in the country for research, embedding education and training across the organisation. Our main hub is the Queen Alexandra Hospital, which is one of the largest hospitals on the south coast employing over 8,700 staff.
Our patients come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds because it makes our hospital stronger. If you share our values and our enthusiasm for getting it right for patients, colleagues, and our community, you will find a home at Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Grade: Consultant Clinical Haematologist
Department: Clinical Haematology
Reports to: Clinical Director of Oncology and Haematology
Please refer to attached documents.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Grade: Consultant Clinical Haematologist
Department: Clinical Haematology
Reports to: Clinical Director of Oncology and Haematology
Please refer to attached documents.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Full and Specialist Registration with a Licence to Practice with the General Medical Council (GMC) or be eligible for Registration within six months of interview.
- MRCP or show evidence of equivalent qualification.
- FRCPath or show evidence of equivalent qualification.
- Higher professional training in Haematology.
Experience
Essential
- Applicants that are UK trained, they 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.
Clinical Skills
Essential
- Demonstrable experience in managing laboratory and clinical haematology cases.
- Understanding of clinical risk management.
Knowledge
Essential
- Able to demonstrate appropriate level of clinical knowledge.
- Knowledge and use of evidence-based practice.
- IT skills.
- Breadth of experience in and outside speciality.
- Effective, confident presentation ability.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Full and Specialist Registration with a Licence to Practice with the General Medical Council (GMC) or be eligible for Registration within six months of interview.
- MRCP or show evidence of equivalent qualification.
- FRCPath or show evidence of equivalent qualification.
- Higher professional training in Haematology.
Experience
Essential
- Applicants that are UK trained, they 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.
Clinical Skills
Essential
- Demonstrable experience in managing laboratory and clinical haematology cases.
- Understanding of clinical risk management.
Knowledge
Essential
- Able to demonstrate appropriate level of clinical knowledge.
- Knowledge and use of evidence-based practice.
- IT skills.
- Breadth of experience in and outside speciality.
- Effective, confident presentation ability.
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).
