Job summary
We
are seeking a motivated doctor to join our Haematology Department, working
alongside the existing middle grade team to provide comprehensive inpatient and
outpatient care.
In
addition to core clinical responsibilities, the successful candidate will work
closely with the Clinical Trials Team across haematology subspecialties, with a
particular focus on cellular therapy. The successful candidate will have
opportunities to participate in a dedicated clinical trials outpatient clinic,
attend disease-specific clinical trial meetings, and be involved in trial
administration. Responsibilities will include reviewing investigation results,
grading adverse events, reporting serious adverse events, and contributing to
the development of clinical trial working instructions.
The
post offers the opportunity to rotate through a broad range of haematology
subspecialties. The appointee will gain experience in managing patients with
myeloid and lymphoid malignancies, myeloma, and non-malignant haematological
conditions, as well as those undergoing autologous and allogeneic stem cell
transplantation and CAR-T cell therapy. The role also includes reviewing
patients attending the Leeds Clinical Research Facility.
There
will be opportunities to develop procedural competencies in bone marrow biopsy
and basic morphology skills. The successful candidate will also be encouraged
to participate in real-world data or Quality Improvement projects, with an
expectation of abstract submission.
Main duties of the job
The
appointee will work as part of a multidisciplinary team across our inpatient
haematology wards. Inpatient services are organised into subspecialty teams:
myeloma, lymphoma, chronic lymphoproliferative disorders (CLPD), myeloid, and
bone marrow transplant. Each team comprises a consultant, specialist registrar,
and clinical nurse specialist, supported by a mix of Internal Medicine Trainees
(IMT) and Foundation doctors. The teams are further strengthened by Advanced
Clinical Practitioners and Physician Associates, ensuring comprehensive and
collaborative patient care.
Outpatient
responsibilities will be aligned to a subspecialty team, with a particular
focus on clinical trial clinics and associated administrative activities. The
appointee will also review clinical trial patients attending the Leeds Clinical
Research Facility.
About us
The
haematology department at SJUH is led by a team of 21 consultants, all with
their own subspecialty interests. The department has an expanding Cellular
Therapy service and is a CAR-T treatment centre. The majority of inpatients are
treated on two dedicated haematology wards, each with 20 side rooms for
patients. Adjacent to this is our ambulatory care unit and haematology day unit
where outpatient clinics take place. Additional haematology patients are cared
for within bedspaces in the oncology CSU.
The
medical team also work alongside a team of highly experienced senior nurses on
the inpatient wards, along with dedicated clinical nurse specialists within
each team and a network of specialised dieticians, pharmacists and therapists.
Teaching opportunities take place in both formal and informal settings with
subspecialty MDTs at which trainees are encouraged to present patients, regular
academic meetings, regional update days.
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
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Job description
Job responsibilities
Job
Title: Trust doctor
Grade:
CT3+ or ST3-5
Specialty/Department:
Haematology
Site
and Location: Bexley wing, St Jamess Hospital, Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS
Trust
Duties
of the Post
Your
duties and responsibilities on this placement will include:
The management of patients with cancer and haematological pathologies who are
inpatient in the centre or presenting to the acute oncology assessment area; as
directed and supported by nursing and allied staff, registrars and consultants.
The management of patients with cancer and haematological pathologies
presenting to the outpatient department, as required or where possible as a
learning opportunity.
Formulation of treatment plans in association with members of haematology
multidisciplinary teams.
The management of acute toxicities following systemic anti-cancer therapies
such as cytotoxic chemotherapy and immunotherapy.
The management of general medical pathologies in patients with cancer and who
are receiving anti-cancer therapy.
The management of patients within clinical trials.
Palliation of symptoms and care of patients in the last stages of life.
Communication with patients with cancer and their relatives.
Completion of audit and research projects.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job
Title: Trust doctor
Grade:
CT3+ or ST3-5
Specialty/Department:
Haematology
Site
and Location: Bexley wing, St Jamess Hospital, Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS
Trust
Duties
of the Post
Your
duties and responsibilities on this placement will include:
The management of patients with cancer and haematological pathologies who are
inpatient in the centre or presenting to the acute oncology assessment area; as
directed and supported by nursing and allied staff, registrars and consultants.
The management of patients with cancer and haematological pathologies
presenting to the outpatient department, as required or where possible as a
learning opportunity.
Formulation of treatment plans in association with members of haematology
multidisciplinary teams.
The management of acute toxicities following systemic anti-cancer therapies
such as cytotoxic chemotherapy and immunotherapy.
The management of general medical pathologies in patients with cancer and who
are receiving anti-cancer therapy.
The management of patients within clinical trials.
Palliation of symptoms and care of patients in the last stages of life.
Communication with patients with cancer and their relatives.
Completion of audit and research projects.
Person Specification
Clinical, Academic, and Personal Skills
Essential
- Ability to apply sound clinical knowledge and judgement to problems
- Ability to prioritise clinical need
- Ability to maximise safety and minimise risk
- Recognition of, and ability to undertake the initial management of, an acutely ill patient
- Demonstrates understanding of research, including awareness of ethical issues
- Demonstrates understanding of the basic principles of audit, clinical risk management, evidence-based practice, patient safety, and clinical quality improvement initiatives
- Demonstrates knowledge of evidence-informed practice
Desirable
- Managing Others & Team Involvement
- Able to work in multi-professional teams & supervise junior medical staff
- Ability to show leadership, make decisions, organise and motivate other team members for the benefit of patients through, for example, audit and quality improvement projects
- Capacity to work effectively with others
- Capacity to manage/prioritise time and information effectively
- Capacity to prioritise own workload & organise ward rounds Evidence of thoroughnessitment, is punctual and meets deadlines
Experience
Essential
- Clinical Experience after full GMC registration or equivalent, and evidence of achievement of foundation competences, in line with GMC standards / Good Medical Practice; including:
- make the care or your patient your first concern
- provide a good standard of practice and care
- take prompt action if you think that patient safety, dignity or comfort is being compromised
- protect and promote the health of patients and of the public
- treat patients as individuals and respect their dignity
- work in partnership with patients
- work with colleagues in the ways that best serve patients interests
Desirable
- Previous/current experience of working in the NHS Previous experience in treating patients with haematological/oncological conditions or palliative care needs
- Clinical trial experience
- Evidence of involvement in an audit project, a quality improvement project, formal research project or other activity which:
- focuses on patient safety and clinical improvement
- demonstrates an interest in and commitment to the specialty beyond the mandatory curriculum
Clinical, Academic, and Personal Skills
Essential
- Ability to apply sound clinical knowledge and judgement to problems
- Ability to prioritise clinical need
- Ability to maximise safety and minimise risk
- Recognition of, and ability to undertake the initial management of, an acutely ill patient
- Demonstrates understanding of research, including awareness of ethical issues
- Demonstrates understanding of the basic principles of audit, clinical risk management, evidence-based practice, patient safety, and clinical quality improvement initiatives
- Demonstrates knowledge of evidence-informed practice
Desirable
- Managing Others & Team Involvement
- Able to work in multi-professional teams & supervise junior medical staff
- Ability to show leadership, make decisions, organise and motivate other team members for the benefit of patients through, for example, audit and quality improvement projects
- Capacity to work effectively with others
- Capacity to manage/prioritise time and information effectively
- Capacity to prioritise own workload & organise ward rounds Evidence of thoroughnessitment, is punctual and meets deadlines
Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
Desirable
- MRCP Part 1
- Good Clinical Practice (GCP) qualification for Clinical Trial activity
Eligibility, Fitness to practice, and Language Skills
Essential
- Effective communication skills: demonstrates clarity in written/spoken communication and capacity to adapt language as appropriate to the situation
- Eligibility Must hold full registration with the GMC at time of application
- Must have a valid Advanced Life Support Certificate from the Resuscitation Council UK or equivalent.
- Eligible to work in the UK
- Must have a valid Advanced Life Support Certificate from the Resuscitation Council UK or equivalent (as required to complete Foundation competences) by intended start date.
Clinical, Academic, and Personal Skills
Essential
- Ability to apply sound clinical knowledge and judgement to problems
- Ability to prioritise clinical need
- Ability to maximise safety and minimise risk
- Recognition of, and ability to undertake the initial management of, an acutely ill patient
- Demonstrates understanding of research, including awareness of ethical issues
- Demonstrates understanding of the basic principles of audit, clinical risk management, evidence-based practice, patient safety, and clinical quality improvement initiatives
- Demonstrates knowledge of evidence-informed practice
Desirable
- Managing Others & Team Involvement
- Able to work in multi-professional teams & supervise junior medical staff
- Ability to show leadership, make decisions, organise and motivate other team members for the benefit of patients through, for example, audit and quality improvement projects
- Capacity to work effectively with others
- Capacity to manage/prioritise time and information effectively
- Capacity to prioritise own workload & organise ward rounds Evidence of thoroughnessitment, is punctual and meets deadlines
Person Specification
Clinical, Academic, and Personal Skills
Essential
- Ability to apply sound clinical knowledge and judgement to problems
- Ability to prioritise clinical need
- Ability to maximise safety and minimise risk
- Recognition of, and ability to undertake the initial management of, an acutely ill patient
- Demonstrates understanding of research, including awareness of ethical issues
- Demonstrates understanding of the basic principles of audit, clinical risk management, evidence-based practice, patient safety, and clinical quality improvement initiatives
- Demonstrates knowledge of evidence-informed practice
Desirable
- Managing Others & Team Involvement
- Able to work in multi-professional teams & supervise junior medical staff
- Ability to show leadership, make decisions, organise and motivate other team members for the benefit of patients through, for example, audit and quality improvement projects
- Capacity to work effectively with others
- Capacity to manage/prioritise time and information effectively
- Capacity to prioritise own workload & organise ward rounds Evidence of thoroughnessitment, is punctual and meets deadlines
Experience
Essential
- Clinical Experience after full GMC registration or equivalent, and evidence of achievement of foundation competences, in line with GMC standards / Good Medical Practice; including:
- make the care or your patient your first concern
- provide a good standard of practice and care
- take prompt action if you think that patient safety, dignity or comfort is being compromised
- protect and promote the health of patients and of the public
- treat patients as individuals and respect their dignity
- work in partnership with patients
- work with colleagues in the ways that best serve patients interests
Desirable
- Previous/current experience of working in the NHS Previous experience in treating patients with haematological/oncological conditions or palliative care needs
- Clinical trial experience
- Evidence of involvement in an audit project, a quality improvement project, formal research project or other activity which:
- focuses on patient safety and clinical improvement
- demonstrates an interest in and commitment to the specialty beyond the mandatory curriculum
Clinical, Academic, and Personal Skills
Essential
- Ability to apply sound clinical knowledge and judgement to problems
- Ability to prioritise clinical need
- Ability to maximise safety and minimise risk
- Recognition of, and ability to undertake the initial management of, an acutely ill patient
- Demonstrates understanding of research, including awareness of ethical issues
- Demonstrates understanding of the basic principles of audit, clinical risk management, evidence-based practice, patient safety, and clinical quality improvement initiatives
- Demonstrates knowledge of evidence-informed practice
Desirable
- Managing Others & Team Involvement
- Able to work in multi-professional teams & supervise junior medical staff
- Ability to show leadership, make decisions, organise and motivate other team members for the benefit of patients through, for example, audit and quality improvement projects
- Capacity to work effectively with others
- Capacity to manage/prioritise time and information effectively
- Capacity to prioritise own workload & organise ward rounds Evidence of thoroughnessitment, is punctual and meets deadlines
Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
Desirable
- MRCP Part 1
- Good Clinical Practice (GCP) qualification for Clinical Trial activity
Eligibility, Fitness to practice, and Language Skills
Essential
- Effective communication skills: demonstrates clarity in written/spoken communication and capacity to adapt language as appropriate to the situation
- Eligibility Must hold full registration with the GMC at time of application
- Must have a valid Advanced Life Support Certificate from the Resuscitation Council UK or equivalent.
- Eligible to work in the UK
- Must have a valid Advanced Life Support Certificate from the Resuscitation Council UK or equivalent (as required to complete Foundation competences) by intended start date.
Clinical, Academic, and Personal Skills
Essential
- Ability to apply sound clinical knowledge and judgement to problems
- Ability to prioritise clinical need
- Ability to maximise safety and minimise risk
- Recognition of, and ability to undertake the initial management of, an acutely ill patient
- Demonstrates understanding of research, including awareness of ethical issues
- Demonstrates understanding of the basic principles of audit, clinical risk management, evidence-based practice, patient safety, and clinical quality improvement initiatives
- Demonstrates knowledge of evidence-informed practice
Desirable
- Managing Others & Team Involvement
- Able to work in multi-professional teams & supervise junior medical staff
- Ability to show leadership, make decisions, organise and motivate other team members for the benefit of patients through, for example, audit and quality improvement projects
- Capacity to work effectively with others
- Capacity to manage/prioritise time and information effectively
- Capacity to prioritise own workload & organise ward rounds Evidence of thoroughnessitment, is punctual and meets deadlines
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
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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).
