Clinical Fellow in Haematology

University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW)

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Job summary

Clinical Fellow (ST1-2) - Haematology

University Hospitals Bristol NHS Foundation Trust are pleased to offer this fixed term position for a Clinical Fellow to join the busy Haematology teams at the Bristol Haematology and Oncology Centre (BHOC) for a 12-month period, starting 7th August 2024.

The BHOC provides Oncology and Haematology services to the former Avon, Somerset and Wiltshire Cancer Network with a catchment population of approximately 2.2 million people. The BHOC houses D603, the inpatient oncology ward, D703, the inpatient haematology, BMT and IEC (immune effector cell therapy) unit and the regional teenage and young adult (TYA) inpatient unit, Area 61. The BHOC is also the home of the Radiotherapy department, Haematology and Oncology Day Units providing a full range of treatments, the University of Bristol Palliative Medicine group, BHOC Clinical Psychology, the TYA Day Unit and a large Clinical Trials Unit.

There is a 32 bedded Oncology ward incorporating 5 teenage and young adult (TYA) beds and two protected sealed/unsealed source rooms, an out-patient suite and a chemotherapy day unit for oncology patients. The Haematology Unit consists of a 24 bedded ward and day units for patients with both malignant and non-malignant disorders. The Bristol Haemophilia Comprehensive Care Centre and Bone Marrow Transplant service are based on the unit.

Main duties of the job

The successful applicant will assist in delivering the work of the Haematology and Oncology teams and will have the opportunity to contribute to continuing education, clinical governance and research within the Division, Directorate and Trust. The successful candidate will join existing teams who are enthusiastic and motivated.

This post will be part of an on call (1in10) rota including Haematology and Oncology covering evenings, weekends and nights.

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.

Date posted

29 April 2024

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Doctor - other

Salary

£43,923 a year pa pro rata

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

387-SPS-3827-KC

Job locations

Bristol Haematology and Oncology Centre

Bristol

BS2 8ED

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specifications for further details of this position.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specifications for further details of this position.

Person Specification

Qualifications and Training

Essential

MBBS or equivalent primary medical qualification

Desirable

MRCP
ALS
Undertaken additional teaching courses or qualification

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

GMC registration
Completion of recognised Foundation Programme or equivalent
Up to date and fit to practise safely
Meets professional health requirements (in line with GMC Good Medical Practice)
No unexplained career gaps
NHS experience

Desirable

Haematology or oncology experience

Skills and Abilities

Essential

Good spoken and written English that is adequate to enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleague

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

Person Specification

Qualifications and Training

Essential

MBBS or equivalent primary medical qualification

Desirable

MRCP
ALS
Undertaken additional teaching courses or qualification

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

GMC registration
Completion of recognised Foundation Programme or equivalent
Up to date and fit to practise safely
Meets professional health requirements (in line with GMC Good Medical Practice)
No unexplained career gaps
NHS experience

Desirable

Haematology or oncology experience

Skills and Abilities

Essential

Good spoken and written English that is adequate to enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleague

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

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).