Job summary
An opportunity has arisen for a Junior Clinical Fellow post to join the Haematology Department at the Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust (LTHT). This will be a 12 month post. This post is to deliver care to adult Haematology patients in the inpatient setting.
Main duties of the job
An exciting opportunity has arisen to be a key member of the Haematology team in Bexley Wing at St. Jamess Hospital site, covering inpatient care and gaining experience across a wide range of Haematological subspecialty areas including myeloma, chronic lymphoproliferative disorders, high grade lymphomas, autologous and allogeneic stem cell transplant, acute and chronic leukaemias, and CAR-T therapy.
To further develop interests in the above areas and to participate in the relevant MDTs.
The candidate is expected to be able to work at SHO level (FY2 and above).
This is an outstanding opportunity for an initial 12 month post without out of hours/on call commitments. However there may be opportunities to undertake out of hours/on call work when vacant shifts require locum cover.
Attend daily morning handover.
Review and manage inpatients and attend ward rounds on the haematology wards working with different subspecialty teams - myeloid, bone marrow transplant, lymphoma, myeloma, chronic lymphoproliferative disorders, haemostasis & thrombosis.
To be part of the inpatient team working together with members of the MDT - consultants, physician associates, SAS doctors, STRs, IMT, Foundation Year doctors, nurse specialists etc.
Assess patients attending the haematology assessment unit acutely.
See patients on the day unit and chemo unit when required.
About us
The Haematology team is a large multidisciplinary team and is part of the Oncology Clinical Services Unit (CSU) at Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust. We are based within Bexley Wing at St James University Hospital and provide inpatient, day case, and outpatient care to adult haematology patients covering malignant and non-malignant haematology, bone marrow transplant, immune effector cell therapy, and clinical trials. There is also a Teenage and Young Adult Unit.
Leeds Teaching Hospitals is committed to our process of redeploying 'at risk' members of our existing workforce to new roles. As such, all our job adverts are subject to this policy and we reserve the right to close, delay or remove adverts while this process is completed. If you do experience a delay in the shortlisting stage of the recruitment cycle, please bear with us while this process is completed, and contact the named contact if you have any questions.
Job description
Job responsibilities
LEEDS TEACHING HOSPITAL NHS TRUST
JOB DESCRIPTION
JOB DETAILS
Job Title: Trust Doctor / Clinical Fellow
Grade: SHO level (FY2 to ST3 level)
Specialty/Department: Haematology
Site and Location: St James University Hospital, Bexley Wing
INFORMATION ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Junior Clinical Fellow post to join the Haematology Department at the Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust (LTHT). This will be a 12 month post. This post is to deliver care to adult Haematology patients in the inpatient setting.
MEDICAL STAFF IN THE DEPARTMENT
Dr Manish Jain - Head of Department and a team of around 20 other consultants.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
Please see Person Specification
DUTIES OF THE POST
To be a key member of the haematology teams covering inpatient care and gaining experience across a wide range of haematological subspecialty areas including myeloma, chronic lymphoproliferative disorders, high grade lymphomas, autologous and allogeneic stem cell transplant, acute and chronic leukaemias, and CAR-T therapy.
To further develop interests in the above areas and to participate in the relevant MDTs.
LEVELS OF RESPONSIBILITY
The candidate is expected to be able to work at SHO level (FY2 and above).
TEACHING AND RESEARCH/STUDY AND TRAINING
While the primary aim of the post is to support clinical activity, there will be opportunities to engage with clinical research and help with the teaching and training of the undergraduate medical students.
Job description
Job responsibilities
LEEDS TEACHING HOSPITAL NHS TRUST
JOB DESCRIPTION
JOB DETAILS
Job Title: Trust Doctor / Clinical Fellow
Grade: SHO level (FY2 to ST3 level)
Specialty/Department: Haematology
Site and Location: St James University Hospital, Bexley Wing
INFORMATION ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Junior Clinical Fellow post to join the Haematology Department at the Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust (LTHT). This will be a 12 month post. This post is to deliver care to adult Haematology patients in the inpatient setting.
MEDICAL STAFF IN THE DEPARTMENT
Dr Manish Jain - Head of Department and a team of around 20 other consultants.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
Please see Person Specification
DUTIES OF THE POST
To be a key member of the haematology teams covering inpatient care and gaining experience across a wide range of haematological subspecialty areas including myeloma, chronic lymphoproliferative disorders, high grade lymphomas, autologous and allogeneic stem cell transplant, acute and chronic leukaemias, and CAR-T therapy.
To further develop interests in the above areas and to participate in the relevant MDTs.
LEVELS OF RESPONSIBILITY
The candidate is expected to be able to work at SHO level (FY2 and above).
TEACHING AND RESEARCH/STUDY AND TRAINING
While the primary aim of the post is to support clinical activity, there will be opportunities to engage with clinical research and help with the teaching and training of the undergraduate medical students.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Acute care safe: up-to-date ALS.
- Relevant specialty clinical knowledge: capacity to apply sound clinical knowledge relevant to the job,
- Clinical judgement: experience in making clinical decisions and managing risk. Knows when to seek help, able to prioritise clinical need.
Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
Desirable
Clinical, Academic, and Personal Skills
Essential
- Team working: demonstrated experience working in a team, values the input of other professionals in the team.
- Managing others & team involvement: capacity to work co-operatively with others and demonstrate leadership when appropriate. Capacity to work effectively in multi-professional teams.
- Coping with pressure: capacity to operate under pressure. Demonstrates initiative and resilience to cope with setbacks & adapt to rapidly changing circumstances.
- Problem solving & decision making: capacity to use logical/lateral thinking to solve problems & make decisions.
- Organisation & planning: capacity to organise oneself and prioritise own work. Demonstrates punctuality, preparation and self-discipline. Understands importance of information technology.
- Flexible approach to work: able to adapt and work with employers to deliver improved patient care.
Eligibility, Fitness to practice, and Language Skills
Essential
- Full registration with the GMC at time of appointment.
- Evidence of achievement of Foundation competencies by time of appointment in line with GMC standards in Good Medical Practice including:
- Evidence of achievement of Foundation Year 1 (FY1) competences at time of application and likelihood of achieving (or already achieved) FY2 competences by the start date of the post (see notes). Eligi
- Applicants knowledge is up to date and fit to practise safely
- All applicants to have demonstrable skills in written and spoken English that are adequate to enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Acute care safe: up-to-date ALS.
- Relevant specialty clinical knowledge: capacity to apply sound clinical knowledge relevant to the job,
- Clinical judgement: experience in making clinical decisions and managing risk. Knows when to seek help, able to prioritise clinical need.
Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
Desirable
Clinical, Academic, and Personal Skills
Essential
- Team working: demonstrated experience working in a team, values the input of other professionals in the team.
- Managing others & team involvement: capacity to work co-operatively with others and demonstrate leadership when appropriate. Capacity to work effectively in multi-professional teams.
- Coping with pressure: capacity to operate under pressure. Demonstrates initiative and resilience to cope with setbacks & adapt to rapidly changing circumstances.
- Problem solving & decision making: capacity to use logical/lateral thinking to solve problems & make decisions.
- Organisation & planning: capacity to organise oneself and prioritise own work. Demonstrates punctuality, preparation and self-discipline. Understands importance of information technology.
- Flexible approach to work: able to adapt and work with employers to deliver improved patient care.
Eligibility, Fitness to practice, and Language Skills
Essential
- Full registration with the GMC at time of appointment.
- Evidence of achievement of Foundation competencies by time of appointment in line with GMC standards in Good Medical Practice including:
- Evidence of achievement of Foundation Year 1 (FY1) competences at time of application and likelihood of achieving (or already achieved) FY2 competences by the start date of the post (see notes). Eligi
- Applicants knowledge is up to date and fit to practise safely
- All applicants to have demonstrable skills in written and spoken English that are adequate to enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues.
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).
