Job summary
We are looking for a dynamic and motivated Specialty doctor in Clinical Haematology to join our friendly and enthusiastic team at the North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust (NCIC). An enthusiastic and forward-thinking consultant will work within a supportive team covering North Cumbria.
Any applicant who is unable for personal reasons to work full time will be eligible to be considered for this post on a part-time basis. Visits can be arranged for candidates and their families in order to appreciate the quality of life our Hospitals and the surrounding area can offer. Applicants must hold valid registration with the GMC.
Main duties of the job
The post will be based at the Cumberland Infirmary but working as an integrated service covering West Cumberland Hospital. The successful applicant will complement our team of existing haematologists and nurses, together providing level 2A Clinical Haematology care for NCIC patients
About us
At NCIC, we have an ambition to deliver outstanding healthcare services to the population of North Cumbria. The Trust is committed to creating a centre of excellence in providing rural and remote healthcare and provides a wide range of community and acute services throughout our county.
Our 5 key principles demonstrate our belief in the delivery of 'safe, high quality care every time':
- Being a clinically led organisation
- Quality and safety at the heart of our Trust
- A positive patient experience every time
- A great place to work
- Managing our money well
As an organisation we are serious about supporting a diverse workforce that reflects our local community and are very much focused on being an inclusive and compassionate place to work.
Across the North East and North Cumbria we are working together to deliver our ambition to be the greenest region in England by 2030. All staff are expected to support sustainability.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification for more information about the role and requirements.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification for more information about the role and requirements.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Full registration with GMC
- MBBS or recognised equivalent
Desirable
- MRCP
- FRCPath 1
- Relevant PG qualification
Experience
Essential
- Completed at least four years' full-time postgraduate training (or its equivalent gained on a part-time or flexible basis) at least two of which will be in a specialty training programme in a relevant specialty or as a fixed term specialty trainee in a relevant specialty; or shall have equivalent experience and competencies.
Desirable
- Teaching of junior medical staff, nursing staff.
- Training in evidence based medicine
- Evidence of CPD
- Evidence of appraisal and revalidation within GMC guidelines
Governance
Essential
- Evidence of participation in audit locally
- Familiar with Clinical Governance
- Ability to take responsibility, show leadership and make decisions
Desirable
- Academic training with research publication
- Experience in Clinical Governance
Communication
Essential
- Willing and able to work with colleagues in management, nursing and other specialties to ensure the delivery of high quality, safe and reliable care
- The ability to communicate with clarity and intelligibility in written and spoken English
- Sees patients as people, and works co-operatively with others
Desirable
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Able to change and adapt their work practices to respond to rapidly changing circumstances
- Able to operate under pressure and cope with setbacks
- Shows initiative and enthusiasm
- Displays honesty, integrity, is aware of ethical dilemmas and respects confidentiality
- Willing and able to meet the travel requirements of the post
Desirable
- Demonstrates a commitment to trust values and behaviours
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Full registration with GMC
- MBBS or recognised equivalent
Desirable
- MRCP
- FRCPath 1
- Relevant PG qualification
Experience
Essential
- Completed at least four years' full-time postgraduate training (or its equivalent gained on a part-time or flexible basis) at least two of which will be in a specialty training programme in a relevant specialty or as a fixed term specialty trainee in a relevant specialty; or shall have equivalent experience and competencies.
Desirable
- Teaching of junior medical staff, nursing staff.
- Training in evidence based medicine
- Evidence of CPD
- Evidence of appraisal and revalidation within GMC guidelines
Governance
Essential
- Evidence of participation in audit locally
- Familiar with Clinical Governance
- Ability to take responsibility, show leadership and make decisions
Desirable
- Academic training with research publication
- Experience in Clinical Governance
Communication
Essential
- Willing and able to work with colleagues in management, nursing and other specialties to ensure the delivery of high quality, safe and reliable care
- The ability to communicate with clarity and intelligibility in written and spoken English
- Sees patients as people, and works co-operatively with others
Desirable
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Able to change and adapt their work practices to respond to rapidly changing circumstances
- Able to operate under pressure and cope with setbacks
- Shows initiative and enthusiasm
- Displays honesty, integrity, is aware of ethical dilemmas and respects confidentiality
- Willing and able to meet the travel requirements of the post
Desirable
- Demonstrates a commitment to trust values and behaviours
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).
