Clinical Fellow in Haematology - NHS

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Job overview

The post holder will work under the clinical direction of the consultants in the Haematology Department. The post would be ideal for those wishing to pursue a career in Haematology and to apply for a National Training Number. As such the post is suitable for any level of seniority from SHO equivalents to Clinical Fellows or Registrars and upwards who wish to pursue a career in Haematology and who would like to consolidate their experience.

Clinical duties within the Department will cover the whole range of haematological problems, with the post-holder providing consultative support to other inpatient services/GPs as well as diagnostic and laboratory support. Support to become proficient in bone marrow biopsy procedures will be provided.

Participation in undergraduate and CMT teaching is also encouraged.

Main duties of the job

Key duties / Responsibilities:

• Care of haematology patients as delegated by the consultant.
• If deemed competent, to carry out routine haematological procedures independently.
• Learn to recognise and treat a range of clinical emergencies exclusive to patients with sickle cell.
• The post holder will liaise with medical colleagues, nurses, therapists, social workers and other staff providing the range of services within the Trust.
• Undertake undergraduate and post-graduate teaching.
• The post holder must undertake, exceptionally, to be available for such irregular commitments outside normally rostered duties as are essential for continuity of patient care.
• So far as is consistent with the proper discharge of the above duties, the post holder must undertake to deputise from time to time for absent colleagues.
• The post holder will have the opportunity to partake in audits; QIP’s and contribute towards publications.
• The post holder will have the opportunity to learn about pain management and sit in on specialist pain clinics.
• Undertake regular resuscitation training and other mandatory training sessions.
• The post holder will attend MDT meetings alongside the clinical lead.

Working for our organisation

The Clinical Structure of the Haematology department at the Homerton is funded for 4 WTE Consultants (General Haematology & Haemoglobinopathies), a training registrar post, one transfusion practitioner, 3 Haemoglobinopathy specialist Nurses and 2 Anti-coagulation Nurses.

The main focus of the clinical haematology service is the management of patients with sickle cell disease, general clinical haematology and anticoagulation. Full diagnostic facilities are available for patients with haematological malignancies but those patients requiring active treatment are referred to other units.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please see JD and Personal Specification for detailed information.

This job description outlines the current main responsibilities of the post. However the duties of the post may change and develop over time and this job description may, therefore be amended in consultation with the post holder.

Person specification

Education/Qualifications

• MBBS or equivalent
• Evidence of achievement of CT/ST2 competencies or equivalent
• Full GMC registration at time of appointment

• Full MRCP (UK or overseas equivalent)
• Evidence of achievement of Foundation competencies or equivalent
• Intercalated BSc or equivalent
• Higher degree MSc, PhD, MD

Knowledge

• Competence at core-completion level in the management of medical emergencies, in-patients and outpatients

• Evidence of skills in the management of acute medical emergencies (e.g. ALERT, IMPACT certification)
• Evidence of skills in the management of patients not requiring hospital admission
• Evidence of ST3-level procedural skills relevant to medical patients (clinical independence in central venous cannulation, chest drain insertion, joint aspiration, DC cardioversion, abdominal paracentesis.)
• Competence to perform bone marrow biopsy procedures independently

Experience

• Evidence that present achievement and performance is commensurate with totality of training.
• Evidence of experience in a range of acute medical specialties, with experience of managing patients on unselected medical take, during core training or equivalent.
• Demonstrates awareness of the basics of managing patients with haematological disease

• Experience at CT/ST 1/2-level of managing patients with haematological disease and managing haematological emergencies by the time of commencement of ST3 training.

Skills & Abilities

• Capacity to manage/prioritise time and information effectively and operate under pressure
• Demonstrates clarity in written/spoken communication
• Able to work in multi-professional teams and 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
• 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
• Evidence of teaching experience and/or training in teaching.

• Demonstrates an understanding of research methodology
• Evidence of relevant academic publications
• 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
• Demonstrates an understanding of clinical governance
• Evidence of participation in teaching course

Other Requirements

• Shows initiative/drive/enthusiasm (self-starter, motivated, shows curiosity, initiative)
• Demonstrable interest in, and understanding of, the specialty
• Commitment to personal and professional development
• Meets professional health requirements in line with GMC standards/GMP
• Understanding and demonstration of the Trust Values
• Commitment and adherence to equality, diversity and inclusion

• Extracurricular activities/achievements relevant to the specialty
• Evidence of participation at meetings and activities relevant to the specialty

General Guidance for Applicants

Please ensure that you read the "Guidance Notes On Submitting An Application" under "Additional Documentation" before completing your application.

Please note: we reserve the right to expire vacancies prior to the advertised closing date once a sufficient number of applications have been received.

We offer a range of flexible working options that enable you to balance your work and personal life, including part-time, compressed hours, remote working and job-shares.

If you are interested in joining our team, please let us know your preferred working pattern in your application, and we will consider all requests for flexible working and try to accommodate them wherever possible.

Please note that secondment arrangements will be considered for any fixed term positions, with the agreement of the existing line manager.

We are committed to equal opportunities, and have been approved as a Disability Confident Employer.