Job summary
This post is for substantive appointment of a full time Consultant Paediatric Oncologist with additional training and expertise in paediatric haemtology. Applications are invited from candidates with experience and training in Paediatric Oncology with Haematology. The successful candidate will join the Consultant Team providing the East Midlands Children's and Young Persons Integrated Cancer Service (EMCYPICS) at Nottingham University Hospitals (NUH) and University Hospitals of Leicester (UHL) NHS Trusts. The appointee will be expected to play an important role in the work of the East Midlands Children's Integrated Cancer Service.The post is primarily based in Nottingham Children's Hospital at the Queens Medical Centre Campus of the NUH Trust. The appointee will be employed in the Children's Hospital on behalf of East Midlands Children's and Young Persons Integrated Cancer Service (EMCYPICS). This role will have responsibilities across the region.Out of hours and weekend cover will entail all aspects of the management of Children and young adults with cancer. The post holder will provide ward support to junior staff for all in-patients when on hot week (1 in 6) but will be fully supported by colleagues for specific clinical issues.The post is full time and has 10 PA's in the core job plan, with an additional optional 0.5SPA for TYA lead to be discussed. The on call commitment to the Paediatric haemato oncology service is 1:6 nights and weekends with prospective cover.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will share the caseload of newly presenting patients with solid tumours and leukaemia and will also be responsible for the regional haemoglobinopathy patients. The successful applicant will have additional responsibilities for prescribing and review of patients in the maintenance phase of leukaemia treatment. They will not have responsibilities for neuro-oncology patients outside of oncall/inpatient cover. There will be no laboratory haematology responsibilities. This role also includes being lead for Teenage and Young adult patients with attendance at a weekly MDT and service development responsibilities currently focusing on improving transition between paediatrics and adult services.
About us
We provide a comprehensive range of specialist services for children in Nottingham, together with tertiary paediatric and neonatal services to the adjacent areas of Lincolnshire, Derbyshire and North Nottinghamshire (Trent SHA catchment area), surgical services for Stoke on Trent in the Midlands and neurosurgical services for Leicestershire.
The paediatric malignant haematology and oncology service at Nottingham Children's hospital treats all leukaemias, solid tumours, CNS tumours and undertakes the initial work up of children with non-malignant diagnoses initially thought to be malignant. Children with Retinoblastoma and primary bone tumours have biopsy, strategic management and definitive surgery at supra-regional units but all chemotherapy and local support for these patients is managed within Nottingham Children's Hospital. Children requiring allogeneic stem cell or bone marrow transplants are referred to Sheffield Children's Hospital.
The successful applicant will become part of a friendly and collaborative team of 7 consultant haematologists and oncologists. We have strong links with the University of Nottingham, with two team members having academic appointments. There are currently 3 consultants covering the haematology service with one lead each for leukaemia, haemostasis and red cell disorders. Nottingham and the surrounding area is a beautiful place to live with outstanding nearby schools and excellent transport links to other major cities.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The following draft Job Plan reflects our best assessment of what the final plan will be, based on 10.5 PAs. The post holder will also have the opportunity to be the lead consultant for the TYA MDT and this additional responsibility attracts an additional 0.5PA. Additional duties would include a weekly MDT and twice yearly participation in the TYA ECAG as well as responsibilities for transition.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The following draft Job Plan reflects our best assessment of what the final plan will be, based on 10.5 PAs. The post holder will also have the opportunity to be the lead consultant for the TYA MDT and this additional responsibility attracts an additional 0.5PA. Additional duties would include a weekly MDT and twice yearly participation in the TYA ECAG as well as responsibilities for transition.
Person Specification
Professional registration and qualifications
Essential
- Full GMC registration
- On Specialist register for paediatric oncology or haematology or CCT expected within 6 months of interview
- MBBS or equivalent
- MRCPCH/MRCP/MRCPath or equivalent
Desirable
- MDU/MPS membership
- Higher Professional degree
Personal Skills and qualities
Essential
- Able to work flexibly in a changing health service
- Able to use the trust's IT systems
Desirable
- original research publications
- higher teaching degree or qualification or training
Practical requirements
Essential
- Ability to travel between City Hospital Campus and Queen's Medical Centre campus and Derby Hospitals
- Evidence of level 3 safeguarding children
- Paediatric Life Support training (PILS or APLS)
Clinical Skills and Experience
Essential
- Evidenced technical skills as described in the job description
- Able to communicate effectively and appropriately with patients, their families and other health professionals.
- Experience in paediatric oncology and paediatric malignant and non-malignant haematology
- Experience in managing haemoglobinopathies
Desirable
- Specific training in communication skills
- Specific training in patient safety and/or human factors
Commitment to trust values and behaviours
Essential
- Able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's values and behavioural standards
Management Skills
Essential
- Able to develop, present and operationalise coherent ideas for service development/delivery.
- Able to delegate appropriately.
- Able to work in a team.
Desirable
- Higher management degree or qualification or training
- Experience of change management
Person Specification
Professional registration and qualifications
Essential
- Full GMC registration
- On Specialist register for paediatric oncology or haematology or CCT expected within 6 months of interview
- MBBS or equivalent
- MRCPCH/MRCP/MRCPath or equivalent
Desirable
- MDU/MPS membership
- Higher Professional degree
Personal Skills and qualities
Essential
- Able to work flexibly in a changing health service
- Able to use the trust's IT systems
Desirable
- original research publications
- higher teaching degree or qualification or training
Practical requirements
Essential
- Ability to travel between City Hospital Campus and Queen's Medical Centre campus and Derby Hospitals
- Evidence of level 3 safeguarding children
- Paediatric Life Support training (PILS or APLS)
Clinical Skills and Experience
Essential
- Evidenced technical skills as described in the job description
- Able to communicate effectively and appropriately with patients, their families and other health professionals.
- Experience in paediatric oncology and paediatric malignant and non-malignant haematology
- Experience in managing haemoglobinopathies
Desirable
- Specific training in communication skills
- Specific training in patient safety and/or human factors
Commitment to trust values and behaviours
Essential
- Able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's values and behavioural standards
Management Skills
Essential
- Able to develop, present and operationalise coherent ideas for service development/delivery.
- Able to delegate appropriately.
- Able to work in a team.
Desirable
- Higher management degree or qualification or training
- Experience of change management
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
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).