Job summary
The myeloid service at Kings offers comprehensive care from diagnosis to management to clinical trials for patients with the full spectrum of myeloid disorders. This includes but is not limited to AML, MDS, MPN, Aplastic Anaemia, PNH and bone marrow failure (BMF) disorders. Patients are referred nationally for treatment of bone marrow failure syndromes, PNH, MDS and AML. Specialist myeloid clinics operate on Monday (aplastic anaemia/bone marrow failure/PNH/MDS) and Wednesday (AML/MDS/MPN) mornings and are supported by a team of four clinical nurse specialists. The bone marrow failure service also incorporates diagnosis and management of inherited BMF, rare cytopenias with a integrated clinical genetics service and a bespoke MDT for patients referred within UK. Haematology Clinical Genetics clinic (every fortnight) is a multi-professional clinic with haematologists, immunologist and clinical geneticist (Prof Sahar Mansour). The NHSE commissioned King's PNH service (one of the two national centres) is a exemplar service for management of PNH patients in London/Home counties and is a hub for delivery of innovative clinical trials in association with NIHR Wellcome CRF. The department has an extensive clinical trials portfolio supported by the Haematology Research Unit (HRU) and NIHR Wellcome Clinical Research Facility (CRF).
Main duties of the job
The post-holder will be responsible to the BMT Director and Clinical Director in Haematology. An annual appraisal is undertaken. The medical team is well supported by senior nurses led by Head of Nursing, Carole Cobain- Patel. There are two Haematology Matrons supporting the inpatient service as well as extensive team of clinical nurse specialist aligned to the disease specific groups led by Lead Nurse for Haematology, Orla Stewart. Management support is provided by the General Manager, Rob Lewis and Service Manager,(post vacant currently)and their team. The Trust has in place a range of policies, procedures and protocols to support and encourage staff to raise concerns, which may include concerns about themselves. These include a process for individual performance appraisal and policies to encourage reporting of untoward incidents. Policies are also in place to allow staff to raise concerns around bullying and harassment, as well as issues relating to their personal capability and/or difficulties such as health, or alcohol and substance abuse. Individual support mechanisms may include professional counselling and access to occupational health services.
About us
King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's largest and busiest teaching Trusts with a turnover of c£1 billion, 1.5 million patient contacts a year and around 14,000 staff based across 5 main sites in South East London. The Trust provides a full range of local hospital services across its different sites, and specialist services from King's College Hospital (KCH) sites at Denmark Hill in Camberwell and at the Princess Royal University Hospital (PRUH) site in Bromley.
King's is committed to delivering Sustainable Healthcare for All via our Green Plan. In line with national Greener NHS ambitions, we have set net zero carbon targets of 2040 for our NHS Carbon Footprint and 2045 for our NHS Carbon Footprint Plus. Everyone's contribution is required in order to meet the goals set out in our Green Plan and we encourage all staff to work responsibly, minimising their contributions to the Trust's carbon emissions, waste and pollution wherever possible.
The trust-wide strategy Strong Roots, Global Reachis our Vision to be BOLD, Brilliant people, Outstanding care, Leaders in Research, Innovation and Education, Diversity, Equality and Inclusion at the heart of everything we do. By being person-centred, digitally-enabled, and focused on sustainability, we can take Team King's to another level.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post will have a specific focus on Haematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation and cellular therapy with a view to develop and enhance skills and competencies of the candidate in accordance with the FACT-JACIE accreditation standards. The department has a developing cellular therapy department with significant expansion in clinical trials work in recent years. The post-holder is expected to work within the transplant and clinical trials teams to assist with the development of the clinical trials programme in myeloid disease, transplant and cell therapy. Opportunities are provided for successful candidates to gain experience across all aspects of transplant and cellular therapy including coordination, post-transplant care and inpatient/outpatient CAR-T work. Specific clinical interests may be facilitated within the job plan. The appointee will take an active role in the day-to-day activities of the myeloid and transplantation service. The role will include provision of medical support to the multidisciplinary inpatient and outpatient teams. The post holder will be expected to undergo an annual appraisal.
The Trust provides a full range of local hospital services across its different sites, and specialist services from Kings College Hospital (KCH) site in Camberwell and the Princess Royal University Hospital (PRUH) site in Bromley, Orpington Hospital, and some services at Beckenham Beacon and Queen Marys Sidcup. The Trust is recognised internationally for its work in liver disease and transplantation, neurosciences, cardiac, haemato-oncology, foetal medicine, stroke, major trauma, and Emergency Department. Kings is a key partner in one of London's foremost Academic Health Science Centres, King's Health Partners (KHP). KHP is one of only six Department of Health-designated AHSCs in England. It brings together a world-leading research-led university Kings College London and three successful NHS Foundation Trusts: Kings College Hospital, Guys and St Thomas, and South London and Maudsley.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post will have a specific focus on Haematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation and cellular therapy with a view to develop and enhance skills and competencies of the candidate in accordance with the FACT-JACIE accreditation standards. The department has a developing cellular therapy department with significant expansion in clinical trials work in recent years. The post-holder is expected to work within the transplant and clinical trials teams to assist with the development of the clinical trials programme in myeloid disease, transplant and cell therapy. Opportunities are provided for successful candidates to gain experience across all aspects of transplant and cellular therapy including coordination, post-transplant care and inpatient/outpatient CAR-T work. Specific clinical interests may be facilitated within the job plan. The appointee will take an active role in the day-to-day activities of the myeloid and transplantation service. The role will include provision of medical support to the multidisciplinary inpatient and outpatient teams. The post holder will be expected to undergo an annual appraisal.
The Trust provides a full range of local hospital services across its different sites, and specialist services from Kings College Hospital (KCH) site in Camberwell and the Princess Royal University Hospital (PRUH) site in Bromley, Orpington Hospital, and some services at Beckenham Beacon and Queen Marys Sidcup. The Trust is recognised internationally for its work in liver disease and transplantation, neurosciences, cardiac, haemato-oncology, foetal medicine, stroke, major trauma, and Emergency Department. Kings is a key partner in one of London's foremost Academic Health Science Centres, King's Health Partners (KHP). KHP is one of only six Department of Health-designated AHSCs in England. It brings together a world-leading research-led university Kings College London and three successful NHS Foundation Trusts: Kings College Hospital, Guys and St Thomas, and South London and Maudsley.
Person Specification
Qualification and training
Essential
- Full registration with the General Medical Council (GMC)
- MB ChB or evidence of equivalent qualification
- MRCPath or evidence of equivalent qualification
- MRCP or evidence of equivalent qualification
Desirable
- Completed higher specialist training in Haematology and CCT (or equivalent)
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of training and experience in clinical and laboratory haematology
- Able to take responsibility for delivering service with supervision
Knowledge and skills
Essential
- Knowledge and experience of relevant specialty
- Broad range of IT skills
- Knowledge of evidence-based practice
Communications & language skil
Essential
- Ability to present effectively to an audience, using a variety of methods, and to respond to questions and queries
Clinical governance and audit
Essential
- Understanding of clinical governance and the individual responsibilities it implies
- Knowledge of the principles of clinical audit and evidence of participation
- Participation in continuing professional development (CPD) scheme and, where relevant, evidence of participation
Teaching and training
Essential
- Experience of teaching medical students
- Experience of supervising trainee haematologists
Research
Essential
- Knowledge of the principals involved in research
Desirable
- Evidence of involvement in research
Person Specification
Qualification and training
Essential
- Full registration with the General Medical Council (GMC)
- MB ChB or evidence of equivalent qualification
- MRCPath or evidence of equivalent qualification
- MRCP or evidence of equivalent qualification
Desirable
- Completed higher specialist training in Haematology and CCT (or equivalent)
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of training and experience in clinical and laboratory haematology
- Able to take responsibility for delivering service with supervision
Knowledge and skills
Essential
- Knowledge and experience of relevant specialty
- Broad range of IT skills
- Knowledge of evidence-based practice
Communications & language skil
Essential
- Ability to present effectively to an audience, using a variety of methods, and to respond to questions and queries
Clinical governance and audit
Essential
- Understanding of clinical governance and the individual responsibilities it implies
- Knowledge of the principles of clinical audit and evidence of participation
- Participation in continuing professional development (CPD) scheme and, where relevant, evidence of participation
Teaching and training
Essential
- Experience of teaching medical students
- Experience of supervising trainee haematologists
Research
Essential
- Knowledge of the principals involved in research
Desirable
- Evidence of involvement in research
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).
