Job summary
The Haematology Service is looking to employ a full-time consultant. This is an exciting new role that has been agreed to enable expansion of the existing department. The appointee will have joint and shared duties with the 5 existing substantive full time consultants for Haemato-oncology patients, Pine Therapy Chemotherapy Day Unit, liaison haematology, lab and Blood Bank expert cover and an on-call consultant rota 1:6 (including the post holder).
All consultants are supervising two rotating training Haematology Specialist Registrars, a middle
grade haematology doctor, 3 junior doctors and work along with five specialist haematology nurses and the acute oncology nursing service.
Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust Haematology Service has a catchment area for North West Kent, Dartford, Gravesend, Swanley and Bexley as its main urban centres serving a local population of approximately 400,000 people.
Main duties of the job
This post is advertised as a new full time Consultant Haematologist post however, anyone who
wishes to work less than full time is encouraged to apply. Any aspiring applicant who has potential for part-time duties is encouraged to contact the consultant for a private discussion. If the latter is deemed the successful candidate, modification of the job content will be discussed on a personal basis with the Trust. There is the opportunity to job share and work flexibly as the service allows.
We are looking for a dynamic individual with drive and vision, who will play a key role in the multiprofessional specialist haematology team, providing clinical care to patients in the hospital and community. This will include clinical supervision of non-consultant grade medical colleagues and specialist nurses. They will also contribute to the development of Haematology Services, within the community and hospital setting including educational activities.
The post holder will be based at Darent Valley Hospital (DVH). The service is in the process of being reconfigured to allow for multi-disciplinary team working, to encourage sub-specialisation and expansion of the core team delivering Haematology services. The aim is to expand our enthusiastic team to meet the increasing population needs within our catchment area.
About us
We are committed to being an inclusive and diverse employer. We strive to employ people who reflect the communities we serve, and aim to create an inclusive culture where everyone can reach their full potential. Whatever your race, ethnicity, belief, generation, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, disability or experience, you'll appreciate the opportunities we give you to work in an inclusive atmosphere. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences to build on the progress we've achieved to make our Trust diverse and the best place to work. We celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that help us overcome challenges and embrace new possibilities. We have signed the Armed Forces Covenant Pledge and have a commitment to the Armed Forces Community.
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Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder has responsibility for the delivery of haematology care and will be responsible for
the day-to-day supervision of speciality doctors. The post holder along with their consultant
haematology colleagues, will work collaboratively with the Management Team to deliver the clinical care strategy to ensure the highest quality of care for patients and families in all settings.
The post holder will be expected to participate in community services across the whole catchment area. The post holder will be based at Darent Valley Hospital and will provide a telephone clinic service for Queen Marys Hospital.
The post holder will be expected to be involved in the development of all the clinical services with close liaison with colleague Consultants and the Senior Management Team.
The post holder will provide clinical supervision to the specialty doctors.
The post holder will contribute to the on-call rota, 1: 6 (with the addition of the post holder). If more than one person is appointed then the on call rota will be altered appropriately.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder has responsibility for the delivery of haematology care and will be responsible for
the day-to-day supervision of speciality doctors. The post holder along with their consultant
haematology colleagues, will work collaboratively with the Management Team to deliver the clinical care strategy to ensure the highest quality of care for patients and families in all settings.
The post holder will be expected to participate in community services across the whole catchment area. The post holder will be based at Darent Valley Hospital and will provide a telephone clinic service for Queen Marys Hospital.
The post holder will be expected to be involved in the development of all the clinical services with close liaison with colleague Consultants and the Senior Management Team.
The post holder will provide clinical supervision to the specialty doctors.
The post holder will contribute to the on-call rota, 1: 6 (with the addition of the post holder). If more than one person is appointed then the on call rota will be altered appropriately.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
- MRCP or evidence of equivalent qualification
- FRCPath (UK) or evidence of equivalent qualifications
- Applicants that are UK trained, must also be a holder of a Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT)
- Applicants that are non-UK trained, will be required to show evidence of equivalence to the UK CCT
- GMC license to practise as a specialist haematologist in the UK
Clinical Skills
Essential
- Wide experience in all aspects of haematology
- Experience of Multidisciplinary Team working at senior level
- Ability to take full and independent responsibility for clinical care of patients at consultant level
Desirable
- Demonstrates ability in managing common acute and chronic Haematological conditions, including emergencies and Transplant patients
- Experience of providing leadership
- Experience working with children and young people
Personal Skills
Essential
- Demonstrates clarity in written / spoken communication & capacity to adapt language as appropriate to the situation Able to build rapport, listen, persuade & negotiate
- Capacity to use logical / lateral thinking to solve problems / make decisions, indicating an analytical / scientific approach
- Capacity to take in others' perspectives and treat others with understanding; sees patients as people Demonstrates respect for all
Desirable
- Experience of service innovation and development Demonstrates an understanding of NHS management and resources
- Evidence of effective multidisciplinary team working and leadership supported by multi-source feedback or other workplace-based assessments
- Evidence of effective leadership in and outside medicine
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
- MRCP or evidence of equivalent qualification
- FRCPath (UK) or evidence of equivalent qualifications
- Applicants that are UK trained, must also be a holder of a Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT)
- Applicants that are non-UK trained, will be required to show evidence of equivalence to the UK CCT
- GMC license to practise as a specialist haematologist in the UK
Clinical Skills
Essential
- Wide experience in all aspects of haematology
- Experience of Multidisciplinary Team working at senior level
- Ability to take full and independent responsibility for clinical care of patients at consultant level
Desirable
- Demonstrates ability in managing common acute and chronic Haematological conditions, including emergencies and Transplant patients
- Experience of providing leadership
- Experience working with children and young people
Personal Skills
Essential
- Demonstrates clarity in written / spoken communication & capacity to adapt language as appropriate to the situation Able to build rapport, listen, persuade & negotiate
- Capacity to use logical / lateral thinking to solve problems / make decisions, indicating an analytical / scientific approach
- Capacity to take in others' perspectives and treat others with understanding; sees patients as people Demonstrates respect for all
Desirable
- Experience of service innovation and development Demonstrates an understanding of NHS management and resources
- Evidence of effective multidisciplinary team working and leadership supported by multi-source feedback or other workplace-based assessments
- Evidence of effective leadership in and outside medicine
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).
