Job summary
- This is a new post, created to meet increasing clinical demand. The post holder will join an established group of 7 consultants (pending College approval)
- A candidate with a particular interest in haemostasis and thrombosis would be desirable, however this is an enthusiastic and cohesive department that could support different areas of interest as required.
- The post holder will:
- provide Consultant Haematologist duties including outpatient and inpatient care, advice and guidance to other professionals and an on-call commitment;
- share responsibility for the day-to-day management of the Haematology Department;
- ensure maintenance of the highest clinical standards in the management of haematology patients;
- assist in teaching, training and supervision of junior staff and medical students where applicable;
- actively participate in both Departmental and Trust matters concerning clinical governance and audit.
- This post would be suitable for an established consultant, or a trainee who holds a completed CCT or can show equivalence to the UK CCT.
- The appointee will have completed the approved Joint Royal Colleges of Physicians Training Board (JRCPTB) curriculum in haematology or be able to show (to an Advisory Appointments Committee) evidence of equivalence in knowledge, training and experience in clinical and laboratory haematology practice.
- The MRCP and the FRCPath in haematology (or their respective equivalents) are an essential requirement for the appointment.
Main duties of the job
Please see the job description and person specification
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About us
Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust is the biggest provider of healthcare services in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. Our three main sites are Royal Cornwall Hospital Truro, St Michael's Hospital Hayle and West Cornwall Hospital Penzance, our staff and services are available across the region.
The Trust employs 5,000+ staff, has a budget of £380 million and 750 beds. We work with health and social care organisations -including NHS Kernow and NHS England- to ensure local healthcare needs are met. We provide acute medical, surgical and specialist services to around 500,000- which can increase significantly during busy holiday periods.
The Trust has teaching hospitals status as part of the University of Exeter Medical School. Keeping at the forefront of medical advances, we continually develop clinical services and are committed to maximising the range of specialist care offered locally.
We can offer you a rewarding career in a supportive working environment. We have extensive educational links to help you realise your full potential and develop skills to provide outstanding healthcare to the local community.
Enjoy an outstanding quality of life in a place that offers surfing beaches and fishing harbours to beautiful countryside and historic towns. With clean air, plenty of opportunities for outdoor activities and excellent schools, colleges and universities (including adult education) it is the ideal place for families and for you to develop your own career.
Job description
Job responsibilities
PLEASE NOTE: To view the full Job Description and Person Specification, please click the supporting document on the right-hand side
To be an employee of the NHS you need to successfully complete the following:
- Identity Checks
- Professional registration and qualification checks
- Employment history and reference checks
- Work health assessments
- Criminal record check standards
- Right to work checks
For further information please visit:
https://www.nhsemployers.org/topics-networks/employment-standards-and-regulation
- We reserve the right to close this advert early, or when the allocated number of applications has been reached. Please submit your application at the earliest opportunity.
- Agency interest will not be considered until this advert has closed.
Job description
Job responsibilities
PLEASE NOTE: To view the full Job Description and Person Specification, please click the supporting document on the right-hand side
To be an employee of the NHS you need to successfully complete the following:
- Identity Checks
- Professional registration and qualification checks
- Employment history and reference checks
- Work health assessments
- Criminal record check standards
- Right to work checks
For further information please visit:
https://www.nhsemployers.org/topics-networks/employment-standards-and-regulation
- We reserve the right to close this advert early, or when the allocated number of applications has been reached. Please submit your application at the earliest opportunity.
- Agency interest will not be considered until this advert has closed.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- FRCPath or evidence of equivalent qualification oMRCP or evidence of equivalent qualification oFull and specialist registration (and a licence to practise) with the General Medical Council (GMC), or be eligible for registration within six months of interview
Experience
Essential
- Teaching (Medical students, peers, MDT), Experienced in Clinical Audit and Clinical Governance with demonstrable understanding of how this improves the quality of care provided to patients
Skills
Essential
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; adapts style depending on audience, Excellent IT skills, Speak fluent English to at least IELTS level 7.5
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- FRCPath or evidence of equivalent qualification oMRCP or evidence of equivalent qualification oFull and specialist registration (and a licence to practise) with the General Medical Council (GMC), or be eligible for registration within six months of interview
Experience
Essential
- Teaching (Medical students, peers, MDT), Experienced in Clinical Audit and Clinical Governance with demonstrable understanding of how this improves the quality of care provided to patients
Skills
Essential
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; adapts style depending on audience, Excellent IT skills, Speak fluent English to at least IELTS level 7.5
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).
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