Job summary
The haematology team of and other health professionals who are employed through University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust but working across the county providing clinical and medical haematology care to the Brighton and Haywards Heath areas.
In Sussex we pride ourselves as having a team of supportive clinicians who work closely and well together. As a consultant body, we have a protected session every week for governance and educational meetings ensuring as much as possible that the team are brought together for mutual support, mentoring, education and peer review as well as discussing challenging cases.
Main duties of the job
This a replacement post for one of our existing registrars, who will be taking up a clinical research post. There are two specialist registrars who rotate between ward / day unit cover, and laboratory / outpatient clinic commitments. The ward registrar is also supported by an F1, two CMT1, and also a designated ward attending Consultant of the week. The responsibilities for the ward SpR include 2 consultant ward rounds each week, with three independent ward rounds on the other days. Responsibilities also include a bone marrow list, once trained up to competency, as well as day unit cover.
The outpatient registrar attends a myeloma and lymphoma clinic on a weekly basis, as a well undertaking as a bone marrow list (once trained up to competency) and laboratory responsibilities to include bone marrow and peripheral blood smear reporting, alongside supervising Consultant's. The post is banded at 1A, with concordant on call commitment.
About us
Join us at UHSussex, every day is different, you can be the change, better never stops
At UHSussex we're proud to be at the heart of the NHS. As one of the UK's largest acute Trusts, we're a leading example of the excellence, the ambition and the values that have embodied the NHS for over 70 years.
Improving lives: We are a vibrant and inclusive organisation, with hardworking, talented and dedicated individuals, who work together towards a common goal, to always put our Patient First. Our mission is summed up by our 'where better never stops' motto and no matter the role at UHSussex, you will play a part in driving us forwards and in improving the lives of patients across Sussex. We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We're here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our wellbeing programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.
Build a career with us: As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The clinical duties of the post include the following:
- Inpatient/day unit care
- Outpatient Clinics
- MDM attendance
- Chemotherapy prescribing
- Clinical admin generated from patients seen and liaison with other AHPs, and primary care
- Clinical Governance meetings
- Ward reviews when appropriate
On Call Commitment: One evening per week and one Sunday every 3 weeks
Job description
Job responsibilities
The clinical duties of the post include the following:
- Inpatient/day unit care
- Outpatient Clinics
- MDM attendance
- Chemotherapy prescribing
- Clinical admin generated from patients seen and liaison with other AHPs, and primary care
- Clinical Governance meetings
- Ward reviews when appropriate
On Call Commitment: One evening per week and one Sunday every 3 weeks
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- Basic medical degree
- MBBS, or appropriate specialist qualification
- Full GMC Registration with a licence to practice
Desirable
Clinical Experience
Desirable
- Evidence of training in broad spectrum of haematology conditions
- Interest and training suitable for a haematology post
Clinical Skills
Essential
- Knowledge of all the non-surgical management treatment options
Knowledge
Desirable
- Breadth of experience in and outside specialty
Organisation and Planning
Essential
- Experience and ability to work in multi-professional teams
- Understanding of: NHS / Clinical governance / Resource constraints.
Desirable
- Evidence of managerial skills: Achievements / Course attended
Teaching Skills
Essential
- Evidence of an interest and commitment to teaching
Desirable
- Recognised teaching qualification
Career progression
Essential
- Appropriate progression of career to date
Personal attributes
Essential
- Evidence of:- Good communication skills both oral and written
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- Basic medical degree
- MBBS, or appropriate specialist qualification
- Full GMC Registration with a licence to practice
Desirable
Clinical Experience
Desirable
- Evidence of training in broad spectrum of haematology conditions
- Interest and training suitable for a haematology post
Clinical Skills
Essential
- Knowledge of all the non-surgical management treatment options
Knowledge
Desirable
- Breadth of experience in and outside specialty
Organisation and Planning
Essential
- Experience and ability to work in multi-professional teams
- Understanding of: NHS / Clinical governance / Resource constraints.
Desirable
- Evidence of managerial skills: Achievements / Course attended
Teaching Skills
Essential
- Evidence of an interest and commitment to teaching
Desirable
- Recognised teaching qualification
Career progression
Essential
- Appropriate progression of career to date
Personal attributes
Essential
- Evidence of:- Good communication skills both oral and written
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).
