Consultant Haematologist

Chelsea And Westminster Hospital Nhs Foundation Trust; Isleworth; On-site; GBP 114,000 - 151,000; Full time

Job summary

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust seeks a Consultant Haematologist to join the Clinical Haematology Department. The post involves contributing to the management of malignant and non-malignant disorders, with an emphasis on haematological malignancies.

The team supports on-call duties and a range of inpatient, outpatient, and laboratory services. The successful candidate will maintain broad expertise across clinical and laboratory haematology, contribute to education and

Qualifications

• Strong clinical and research practice standards.
• Extensive knowledge of haematology specialty.
• Excellent communication and teamwork.
• Ability to manage complex patient pathways.
• Experience with NHS governance and audit processes.

Responsibilities

• Provide consultant-led care for patients with malignant and non-malignant haematological disorders across inpatient, outpatient and day unit settings.
• Deliver specialist outpatient clinics for haematological malignancies and benign conditions.
• Assess, diagnose and manage patients within haemato-oncology services; develop specialist pathways.
• Provide inpatient haematology support including regular ward rounds and timely reviews.
• Participate in MDT meetings, cancer networks and shared-care with other specialties.
• Ensure GMC registration and CPD participation; maintain clinical records and governance activities.

Skills

Clinical governance

Research knowledge

Organisational skills

Problem solving

Education

CCT in specialty

MBBS or equivalent

GMC registration

MRCP and FRCPath

Job description

Closing date: 01 November 2026
Date posted: 16 October 2026
Salary: Depending on experience £113,565 - £150,569 per annum plus LW allowance
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Location: West Middlesex University Hospital, Twickenham Rd, Isleworth, TW7 6AF

Job summary

An opportunity has arisen for a Consultant Haematologist to join the Clinical Haematology Department at Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust.

The successful applicant will join an experienced haemato-oncology service and will be expected to contribute to the management of the full spectrum of malignant and non-malignant haematological disorders. An interest and expertise in haematological malignancies is essential. The post holder will maintain broad expertise across both clinical and laboratory haematology and be capable of managing all aspects of haematological practice.

The consultant team participates in a 1:4 prospective-cover non-resident on-call rota, supported by Haematology Specialist Registrars.

The successful applicant will contribute to the provision of inpatient, outpatient, laboratory and transfusion services, multidisciplinary team working, and the departmental Advice and Guidance service, providing specialist advice to primary and secondary care colleagues across North West London. The post holder will also provide haematology consultation services to other specialties across the Trust, including Women's and Children's Services.

The post offers an opportunity to contribute to the continued development of the service, including the new Diagnostic, Education and Treatment Centre (DTEC) at West Middlesex University Hospital, which will provide expanded outpatient, day-unit and treatment facilities.

Interviews will be held on 11th January 2027

Main duties of the job

Please refer to the attached, detailed job description for full information on the main duties, responsibilities, and person specification.

About us

Our Trust is one of England's top-performing and safest trusts. We operate two main acute hospital sites--Chelsea and Westminster Hospital and West Middlesex University Hospital--along with award-winning clinics across North West London.

Our nearly 7,500 staff care for a diverse population of 1.5m, providing full clinical services including maternity, A&E and children's services, plus specialist HIV and sexual health care. The CQC rates us Good in safety, effectiveness, care and responsiveness, and Outstanding in leadership and resource use.

We continually invest in our facilities, including a £30m expansion of critical care at Chelsea and an £80m Ambulatory Diagnostic Centre at West Mid.

We are delivering sustainable healthcare through our Green Plan. In line with Greener NHS ambitions, we aim for net zero carbon emissions by 2045. Achieving this requires collective effort. We encourage staff to reduce their impact on carbon, waste and pollution wherever possible. Every action counts to create a healthier, more sustainable future.

We are committed to equal opportunities and believe diversity drives innovation and excellence. We welcome applications from the global majority, veterans and underrepresented communities, valuing the perspectives they bring.

Job responsibilities

• Provide consultant-led care for patients with malignant and non-malignant haematological disorders across inpatient, outpatient and day unit settings.
• Deliver specialist outpatient clinics for patients with haematological malignancies, classical haematology conditions, haemoglobinopathies and venous thromboembolic disorders.
• Assess, diagnose and manage patients within dedicated haemato-oncology services and contribute to the development of specialist pathways.
• Provide inpatient haematology support, including regular consultant ward rounds and timely clinical review of referred patients.
• Work collaboratively with consultant colleagues to provide continuity of care and cross-cover arrangements across the service.
• Participate in the consultant on-call rota and provide emergency haematology advice as required.
• Contribute to multidisciplinary team (MDT) meetings, cancer MDTs, specialist network meetings and shared-care arrangements with other specialties.
• Provide expert clinical advice to medical, nursing and allied health professional colleagues throughout the Trust.
• Maintain GMC specialist registration and fulfil all requirements for appraisal and revalidation.
• Maintain and enhance professional knowledge and skills through continuing professional development (CPD) and participation in External Quality Assessment (EQA) schemes.
• Deliver high-quality, patient-centred care in accordance with national standards, professional guidance and Trust policies.
• Ensure clinical records, correspondence and documentation are completed accurately and in a timely manner.
• Participate in clinical governance activities, including audit, quality improvement, patient safety initiatives, morbidity and mortality reviews and incident investigations.
• Contribute to the achievement of departmental, divisional and Trust quality, performance and operational objectives.
• Support undergraduate and postgraduate education through teaching and training of medical students, resident doctors, nurses and allied health professionals.
• Act as an Educational Supervisor, Clinical Supervisor or Appraiser as appropriate.
• Contribute to departmental teaching programmes, educational meetings and simulation or skills-based training activities.
• Encourage a culture of learning, professional development and continuous improvement within the multidisciplinary team.
• Participate in and support clinical research, innovation, service evaluation and audit activities within the department.
• Provide clinical leadership and support effective multidisciplinary team working across the service.
• Participate in recruitment, appraisal, mentoring and professional development of medical staff where required.
• Work with management colleagues to support workforce planning, service improvement, business planning and strategic development of haematology services.

Person Specification

Essential education and qualifications

• Specialist Registration - Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) in the specialty or within six months of award of CCT by date of interview
• MBBS or equivalent
• GMC registration
• MRCP and FRCPath or equivalents

Desirable

• Higher Degree, e.g. PhD or MD

Essential experience

• Significant clinical experience in clinical haematology
• Understanding of Clinical Governance and Audit
• Significant proven record of accomplishment in delivery of clinical haematology
• Teaching experience / willingness to teach medical, nursing & other staff
• Understanding of the NHS, its organisations, and demand

Essential skills and knowledge

• Meets good clinical / research practice standards
• Extensive knowledge of relevant Specialty
• Organisational skills
• Problem solving skills

Essential personal qualities

• Understanding Self
• Excellent communication and influencing skills
• Ability to work effectively within a multi-disciplinary team
• Managing self effectively

Employer contact

Consultant Haematologist and Service Director: Natasha Wiles, [e-mail]

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a Disclosure and Barring Service check. Applicants must have current UK professional registration. Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship are welcome.