Job summary
We are seeking a highly motivated individual who will be able to help further develop our clinical and laboratory haematology service. The post holder will work with an inspiring team of colleagues across the whole range of Clinical and Laboratory Haematology, in outpatient and inpatient settings.
This is a full-time 10 PA consultant post to join a team of 1 other Consultant Haematologist at Bedford Hospital which is part of the Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. The post holder will work one day per week at Addenbrookes Hospital in Cambridge, in a sub-specialty of their choice. The post holder will participate within the Clinical Haematology on-call at Bedford Hospital on a 1:4 basis. Bedford inpatients are managed by the Acute Medical team with input from the Clinical Haematology team. The on-call consultant has access to view patients' blood films, medical notes and results through the use of digital technology.
The post holder will be on call (9-5) in rotation with the other Consultant at Bedford Hospital providing support to Acute Medical teams/other clinical services on-call caring for inpatients with Haematology concerns, provide support to the Clinical Haematology nursing team and deliver a mixture of face-to-face and virtual clinics.
Main duties of the job
The clinical commitments of this post will include responsibility for inpatient and outpatient care of Bedford patients with haematological disorders. The duties also involve provision of laboratory haematology services.
The allocation of programmed activities will be based on 8.5 for direct clinical care and 1.5 for supporting professional activities. The detailed job plan will be agreed in consultation with the Clinical Lead and the Consultants in the Department, with the approval of the Medical Director and Chief Executive or their representative.
The post-holder will be expected to ensure their practice is in accordance with the principles of Clinical Governance, which must include appropriate clinical audit, evidence based practice, continued personal educational and professional development.
Clinics are 4 hours/1PA to include additional administration time which may be taken outside of the clinic environment.
The post holder will provide specialist advice and expertise to Acute Medical teams caring for patients with haematological disorders, and provide speciality Haematology advice.
The post holder will attend the weekly multi-disciplinary departmental meetings.
The post holder will also be encouraged to take on appropriate clinical managerial or additional similar posts within the Trust.
About us
Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides hospital services to a growing population of around 700,000 people living across Bedfordshire and the surrounding areas across two busy hospital sites in Bedford and Luton. Both hospital sites offer key services such as A&E, Obstetrics-led Maternity and Paediatrics. You will be joining a friendly, high performing Trust committed to ensuring the health and wellbeing of staff. As one of the largest NHS Trusts in our region you will have access to a programme of high quality training and development to help you grow your career. The Trust continues to be committed to delivering the best patient care using the best clinical knowledge and technology.
Our Values
We not only recruit based on qualifications and experience - we recruit individuals who demonstrate the behaviours which underpin our Trusts core values. We achieve this by using values based recruitment. We are dedicated to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible for everyone, we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and creating a culture that values differences.
Please note that vacancies may close prior to the advertised closing date when sufficient number of applications have been received. All new staff will be subject to a probationary period covering first 6 months in post. Travel between hospital sites may be required. Please review all documents attached to ensure you familiarize yourself with all requirements of the job.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job Plan for 10 Programmed Activities (PAs)
A10 PA week divides into a minimum of 8.5 PAs for clinical activity and a minimum 1.5 PAs for Supporting Professional Activity (SPA) in agreement with the Clinical and General Managers. The Academy of Medical Royal Colleges estimates that 1.5 SPAs per week is the minimum time required for a consultant to meet the needs for CPD for revalidation purposes. CPD activities encompass clinical, personal, professional and academic activities. If required and agreed additional SPA time above 1.5 should be linked to organisational objectives, such as, research, clinical management or medical education roles. The Job plan allocation for Clinical Activity and SPA will be reviewed three months after appointment. A diary exercise will provide evidence of activities. Thereafter review will be annual.
In addition to the fixed clinical sessions necessary to provide continuous cover in the clinical area, flexible sessions that include time for teaching, administration, management and clinical governance will be discussed and agreed.
The Trust may wish to contract for up to a further 2 PAs to support the provision of extended clinical cover and other supporting professional activities. This will be discussed with the appointees.
A job plan will be agreed by the Clinical Lead and General Manager in the first instance, with the approval of the Medical Director and Chief Executive or their representative. This plan will be reviewed annually. The annual review will be used to check that the record of fixed and flexible sessions is accurate and compliant with the EWTD; covers acute commitments and is compatible with the agreed template for the speciality and that any problems arising can be resolved. This also provides an opportunity for constructive debate about the individuals personal development plan including CPD and any evolving special interests which the appointee may wish to pursue.
Job Plan Summary
The provisional Job Plan takes into account activity over 42 weeks per year. The Trust runs an annualised job plan for all consultants, with job planning assisted by the online L2P Tool.
A specific weekly timetable will be agreed on appointment to distribute the clinical and laboratory work of the department between the consultants and recognise the time commitment required to support lead roles for specific elements of the service.
An indicative timetable and job plan is shown below. The exact allocation of PAs and duties may vary to reflect service demands and total numbers of whole time equivalent consultants in the team. Regular job plan reviews will be undertaken to reflect changing requirements. The tables below shows the proposed job plan for this post which is subject to negotiation with the successful candidate.
The on-call commitment is currently a 1 in 4 rota based at Bedford Hospital site.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job Plan for 10 Programmed Activities (PAs)
A10 PA week divides into a minimum of 8.5 PAs for clinical activity and a minimum 1.5 PAs for Supporting Professional Activity (SPA) in agreement with the Clinical and General Managers. The Academy of Medical Royal Colleges estimates that 1.5 SPAs per week is the minimum time required for a consultant to meet the needs for CPD for revalidation purposes. CPD activities encompass clinical, personal, professional and academic activities. If required and agreed additional SPA time above 1.5 should be linked to organisational objectives, such as, research, clinical management or medical education roles. The Job plan allocation for Clinical Activity and SPA will be reviewed three months after appointment. A diary exercise will provide evidence of activities. Thereafter review will be annual.
In addition to the fixed clinical sessions necessary to provide continuous cover in the clinical area, flexible sessions that include time for teaching, administration, management and clinical governance will be discussed and agreed.
The Trust may wish to contract for up to a further 2 PAs to support the provision of extended clinical cover and other supporting professional activities. This will be discussed with the appointees.
A job plan will be agreed by the Clinical Lead and General Manager in the first instance, with the approval of the Medical Director and Chief Executive or their representative. This plan will be reviewed annually. The annual review will be used to check that the record of fixed and flexible sessions is accurate and compliant with the EWTD; covers acute commitments and is compatible with the agreed template for the speciality and that any problems arising can be resolved. This also provides an opportunity for constructive debate about the individuals personal development plan including CPD and any evolving special interests which the appointee may wish to pursue.
Job Plan Summary
The provisional Job Plan takes into account activity over 42 weeks per year. The Trust runs an annualised job plan for all consultants, with job planning assisted by the online L2P Tool.
A specific weekly timetable will be agreed on appointment to distribute the clinical and laboratory work of the department between the consultants and recognise the time commitment required to support lead roles for specific elements of the service.
An indicative timetable and job plan is shown below. The exact allocation of PAs and duties may vary to reflect service demands and total numbers of whole time equivalent consultants in the team. Regular job plan reviews will be undertaken to reflect changing requirements. The tables below shows the proposed job plan for this post which is subject to negotiation with the successful candidate.
The on-call commitment is currently a 1 in 4 rota based at Bedford Hospital site.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Medical Degree, MBBS or equivalent
- Postgraduate Qualification, MRCP/FRCP or equivaent
Desirable
- MD or equivalent Higher Degree or evidence of relevant research
Clinical Experience
Essential
- Excellent all round experience of DGH work
- Evidence of thorough and broad training and experience in Haematology
Registration
Essential
- Full GMC Registration (GMC Licence to Practice is mandatory before employment commences)
- Entry onto the GMC Specialist Register via CCT (or within 6 months of receipt of CCT at time of interview) or Portfolio Pathway - formerly CESR. (Must be on Specialist Register at time of applying)
Clinical Effectiveness
Essential
- Experience of guideline appraisal
- Participation in relevant local audits
Desirable
- Participation in relevant national audits
Teaching
Desirable
- Has attended Teaching the Teachers or similar course
Clinical Experience
Essential
- Able to take full and independent responsibility for clinical work and delivering service without direct supervision
Clinical Effectiveness
Essential
- Understanding of clinical governance and ability to demonstrate ongoing CPD
- Ability to interpret and apply clinical research
Teaching
Essential
- Knowledge and ability to teach all grades of trainees and medical students
Personal Skills
Essential
- Ability to co-operate in a democratic team environment
- Flexible attitude, team player with good management skills
- Leadership Skills
Clinical Governance
Essential
- Able to demonstrate a broad understanding of the principles and elements of clinical governance
Personal Circumstances
Essential
- Residence within 10 miles by road or up to thirty minutes travelling time of the hospital for purposes of on-call emergencies
- Fit to undertake the role with satisfactory Occupational Health clearance
- Satisfactory DBS clearance
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Medical Degree, MBBS or equivalent
- Postgraduate Qualification, MRCP/FRCP or equivaent
Desirable
- MD or equivalent Higher Degree or evidence of relevant research
Clinical Experience
Essential
- Excellent all round experience of DGH work
- Evidence of thorough and broad training and experience in Haematology
Registration
Essential
- Full GMC Registration (GMC Licence to Practice is mandatory before employment commences)
- Entry onto the GMC Specialist Register via CCT (or within 6 months of receipt of CCT at time of interview) or Portfolio Pathway - formerly CESR. (Must be on Specialist Register at time of applying)
Clinical Effectiveness
Essential
- Experience of guideline appraisal
- Participation in relevant local audits
Desirable
- Participation in relevant national audits
Teaching
Desirable
- Has attended Teaching the Teachers or similar course
Clinical Experience
Essential
- Able to take full and independent responsibility for clinical work and delivering service without direct supervision
Clinical Effectiveness
Essential
- Understanding of clinical governance and ability to demonstrate ongoing CPD
- Ability to interpret and apply clinical research
Teaching
Essential
- Knowledge and ability to teach all grades of trainees and medical students
Personal Skills
Essential
- Ability to co-operate in a democratic team environment
- Flexible attitude, team player with good management skills
- Leadership Skills
Clinical Governance
Essential
- Able to demonstrate a broad understanding of the principles and elements of clinical governance
Personal Circumstances
Essential
- Residence within 10 miles by road or up to thirty minutes travelling time of the hospital for purposes of on-call emergencies
- Fit to undertake the role with satisfactory Occupational Health clearance
- Satisfactory DBS clearance
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).
