Clinical Fellow in Oncology/Haematology

University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust; Bristol; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job description

An opportunity has arisen to join the Departments of Haematology & Oncology at University Hospitals Bristol NHS Trust. Applications are invited for the post of Clinical Fellow in Haematology and Oncology within the Division of Specialised Services.

There are between 2 and 4 posts available, all for 12 months starting 6th August 2025. There will be at least one post based mostly on the oncology ward, and one based mostly on the haematology ward, though the post holders will be expected to move between teams at times and may be required to work in the BHOC same day emergency care (SDEC). The remaining posts will move regularly between the teams. Applicants can indicate in their application if they would prefer to be mostly based on the haematology or oncology ward or would prefer to rotate between the areas. One of the posts may have a fixed on call rota (this will be confirmed to applicants by the interview date).

The remaining posts have no fixed on call commitment initially, but the post holder will be expected to join a 1:10 on call rota during the year should a long term gap in staffing occur. This includes evening, twilight and night shifts during weekday and weekends. Appropriate notice periods will be given for any change to on call requirement.

Main duties of the job

The successful candidate will be responsible for the care of patients on the Haematology and/or Oncology wards (D603 and D703), including oncology, general haematology and bone marrow transplant patients. Attendance at various outpatient clinics, MDTs and meetings is encouraged by the consultants and the post holder will have allocated clinic days for this. The post holder can gain experience in performing procedures including ascitic and pleural drains, bone marrow biopsies and lumbar punctures.

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

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

• GMC registration
• Completion of recognised Foundation Programme or equivalent
• Up to date fit and 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 colleagues

Qualifications and Training
Essential

• MBBS or equivalent primary medical qualification

Desirable

• MRCP
• ALS
• Undertaken additional teaching courses or qualification

Additional and Aptitudes
Essential

• Ability to maintain good relationships and communication with patients
• Ability to maintain good working relationships with colleagues
• Demonstrates professional behaviour and probity

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