Clinical Fellow in SDEC / Haematology and Oncology

NHS; Bristol; On-site; GBP 50,000; Full time

Job summary

University Hospitals Bristol NHS Foundation Trust is offering a position for a Clinical Fellow in Haematology and Oncology at the Bristol Haematology and Oncology Centre for a 4-month term. The successful candidate will contribute to patient care in both the SDEC unit and oncology wards, supporting education and research activities.

Qualifications

• GMC registration required.
• Completion of recognised Foundation Programme or equivalent.
• NHS experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in delivering the work of the Haematology and Oncology teams.
• Work within the SDEC unit and haematology and oncology wards.
• Participate in continuing education, clinical governance, and research.

Skills

Good spoken and written English

Ability to maintain good relationships with patients

Ability to maintain good working relationships with colleagues

Education

MBBS or equivalent primary medical qualification

MRCP

ALS

Job description

Job summary

Clinical Fellow (ST1-2) - SDEC / Haematology and Oncology

University Hospitals Bristol NHS Foundation Trust are pleased to offer a fixed term position for a Clinical Fellow in haematology and oncology for a 4-month period (July-Oct 2025) at the Bristol Haematology and Oncology Centre (BHOC).

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, as well as the Same Day Emergency Care (SDEC) unit where we receive direct admissions of unwell haematology and oncology patients. The BHOC is also the home of the Radiotherapy department, chemotherapy day unit 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.

Main duties of the job

The successful applicant will join will primarily be based our the SDEC unit but will also have some time working on the haematology and oncology wards. While in the SDEC unit they may be required to work a mix of 9am-5pm and 1.30-9.30pm shifts (Mon to Fri only).

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.

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.

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.

Details Date posted

06 June 2025

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Doctor - other

Salary

£49,909 a year pa pro rata

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

4 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

387-SPS2826-KC

Job locations

Bristol Haematology and Oncology Centre

22 Horfield Rd

Bristol

BS2 8ED

Job description Job responsibilities

For a more detailed job description and main responsibilities, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.

Job description Job responsibilities

For a more detailed job description and main responsibilities, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.

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 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
• Experience of managing acutely unwell patients

Skills and Abilities Essential

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

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

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 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
• Experience of managing acutely unwell patients

Skills and Abilities Essential

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

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

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).

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.

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).

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 Rd

Bristol

BS2 8ED

Employer's website

https://www.uhbw.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details Employer name

University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW)

Address

Bristol Haematology and Oncology Centre

22 Horfield Rd

Bristol

BS2 8ED

Employer's website

https://www.uhbw.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)