Job summary
This post provides an exciting opportunity to gain extensive experience in the management of patients with malignant lymphoma.
The post holder will provide clinical cover for patients with malignant lymphoma in both the in-patient and out-patient setting and be trained in all aspects of the management of lymphoma.
The post holder will work within the lymphoma team based in the Bristol Haematology & Oncology Centre (BHOC). Duties will primarily cover all aspects of the care of patients with malignant lymphoma including diagnosis, primary therapy and relapse therapy.
The Bristol Haematology & Oncology Centre is a tertiary referral centre for allogeneic stem cell transplantation and CAR-T cell therapy, and there is a specialist interest in stem cell transplantation in lymphoma. The post holder will be expected to play an active role in research and conduct their own research project.
The postholder is also expected to participate in out-of-hours cover, on a middle-grade rota covering Saturdays & Sundays between 9 and 4 (1 in 10), and on the registrar general haematology out-of-hours rota on an adhoc basis.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will work within the lymphoma team based in the Bristol Haematology Unit. The team comprises 7 consultants (Dr Stephen Robinson, Dr Lorna Hawley, Dr Matthew Beasley, Dr Sanne Lugthart, Dr Claire Burney, Dr Laura Percy and Dr Nikesh Chavda), and two clinical nurse specialists (Mary Collins, Lisa Castellaro). The appointee will attend the weekly lymphoma clinic which sees more than 200 new patients each year and be responsible for taking patients through their diagnostic pathway. The post holder will also be responsible for the day unit review of patients with lymphoma who are undergoing treatment or attending for emergency review. There is a weekly pre-assessment Clinic for the supervision and prescribing of chemotherapy for lymphoma patients. Radiotherapy is provided on-site and there is additional on-site extra-corporeal photopheresis for patients with cutaneous lymphomas. The Bristol Haematology Unit also cares for patients undergoing intensive induction and salvage chemotherapy and autologous stem cell transplantation. In addition the unit is a regional referral centre for allogeneic
About us
University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is one of the largest acute Trusts in the country, bringing together a combined workforce of over 13,000 staff and over 100 different clinical services across 10 different sites, serving a core population of more than 500,000 people across South West England.
UHBW has been rated by the CQC as 'Good' overall and our staff are proud to deliver excellent care to the people of Bristol, Weston and beyond. As a forward-thinking multi-award winning Trust and a digital exemplar committed to improving patient care, our world-leading research and innovations are having a positive local and global impact. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone's throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that the South West has to offer. UHBW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your application in order to ensure we're meeting our pledge.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post is ideal for either haematology trainees at the end of their training or as an Out Of Program training experience. Please note that the post is planned to start Aug 2024 and is a fixed post for 12 months.
For a more detailed job description including the main responsibilities and person specification, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post is ideal for either haematology trainees at the end of their training or as an Out Of Program training experience. Please note that the post is planned to start Aug 2024 and is a fixed post for 12 months.
For a more detailed job description including the main responsibilities and person specification, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.
Person Specification
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Haematology
- General adult medicine (minimum 2 years)
Desirable
- Bone marrow stem cell transplantation
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Good spoken and written English that is adequate to enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues
- Computer skills. Able to use Microsoft Office, e-mail, internet, PACS
- Able to undertake and to delegate responsibility
- Ability to cope with stress
- Good communication skills
- Able to work in a multi-disciplinary team
- Knowledge of principles of Audit and willingness to participate in projects
Additional & Aptitudes
Essential
- Ability to maintain good relationships and communication with patients
- Ability to maintain good working relationships with colleagues
- Demonstrates professional behaviour and probity
- Trust Values
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent primary medical qualification
- MRCP or equivalent
- Registration with GMC
Desirable
Person Specification
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Haematology
- General adult medicine (minimum 2 years)
Desirable
- Bone marrow stem cell transplantation
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Good spoken and written English that is adequate to enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues
- Computer skills. Able to use Microsoft Office, e-mail, internet, PACS
- Able to undertake and to delegate responsibility
- Ability to cope with stress
- Good communication skills
- Able to work in a multi-disciplinary team
- Knowledge of principles of Audit and willingness to participate in projects
Additional & Aptitudes
Essential
- Ability to maintain good relationships and communication with patients
- Ability to maintain good working relationships with colleagues
- Demonstrates professional behaviour and probity
- Trust Values
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent primary medical qualification
- MRCP or equivalent
- Registration with GMC
Desirable
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).
Employer details
Employer name
University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW)
Address
Bristol Haematology and Oncology Centre
22 Horfield Road
Bristol
BS2 8ED
Employer's website
https://www.uhbw.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
