Consultant Haematologist with special interest in Myeloma

NHS; Dorchester; On-site; GBP 109,000 - 146,000; Part time

Job summary

A regional healthcare provider is seeking an experienced part-time consultant haematologist to join a dedicated team at Dorset County Hospital. The ideal candidate should possess general haematological knowledge and have an interest in clinical trials, with responsibilities including patient care and management. The position offers a competitive salary and an opportunity to develop a sub-specialisation in Myeloma. Join a supportive environment focused on high-quality, compassionate services.

Qualifications

• Must have full GMC registration and appropriate qualifications.
• Experience managing the demands of a DGH based consultant.
• Evidence of recent relevant audit participation.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full range of haematological problems.
• Provide on-call support for clinical pathology.
• Ensure adequate cover for leave and off-duty periods.

Skills

General haematological knowledge

Interest in clinical trials

Clinical skills for specialty

Collaborative working abilities

Management experience

Teaching abilities

Education

Full GMC Registration Entry

Higher surgical/medical qualification

Job description

Job summary

We are seeking a highly motivated individual who will be able to help further develop our clinical and laboratory haematology service at Dorset County Hospital. 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 part-time 8PA consultant post to join a team of 4 other Consultant Haematologists at Dorset County Hospital. The post holder will participate within the Clinical Haematology on-call on a 1:5 basis.

As the department grows, we are looking to move towards a model of sub‑specialisation, and it is anticipated that the successful candidate will have a specialist interest in Myeloma.

Potential interview date: 16th March 2025.

Main duties of the job

• The post holder must have a general haematological knowledge and be able to deal with all haematological problems; with the opportunity to subspecialise. The post holder should have an interest in clinical trials and would have the opportunity to work with the research department to set up a portfolio of clinical trials.

• The post holder will be available for advice on management in conjunction with their colleagues on all aspects pertaining to clinical haematology including the advice and guidance email system for GPs.
• The post holder will assume full clinical responsibility for the care of patients admitted under the arrangements within general medicine inpatient provision. The post holder is required to ensure, in consultation with colleagues, that adequate arrangements are made for cover of leave and off‑duty periods. The internal cover when one consultant is away is to be cross covered by other consultants.
• To be available on‑call by arrangement with consultant colleagues to ensure continuous consultant supervision is provided with the haematology laboratory at all times, and for assistance with clinical pathology problems of consultant and junior medical staff out of hours within his/her own competence.
• To be available in the laboratory outside normal hours when this is judged to be necessary on professional grounds, particularly in the case of major accidents and catastrophes.

About us

At DCHFT, we pride ourselves on the care we provide for our patients, and on the culture, we are creating for our staff. We work hard to create a fair, inclusive environment for our staff.

Our Mission is to work in partnership to provide high quality, compassionate services and to nurture an environment where people can be at their best. Our vision is healthier lives, empowered citizens, thriving communities.

We are a Trust that celebrates diversity, and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from people in all under‑represented groups.

We understand that some applicants may choose to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in preparing their application materials. While this is not discouraged, we kindly remind candidates that all submissions must be truthful and accurately reflect your own experiences and suitability for this role.

Personal integrity and authenticity are central to our recruitment process. We value honesty and appreciate applications that are genuine and representative of the individual behind them.

Details

Date posted: 11 December 2025

Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade: Consultant

Salary: £109,725 to £145,478 a year Dependant on experience

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Part‑time

Reference number: 405‑MD2590HEAMY

Job location

Dorset County Hospital, Williams Avenue, Dorchester, DT1 2JY

Job responsibilities (see full list in attachments)

The full list of duties and suggested job plan are embedded within the job description attached to this role.

Person Specification

Education, Qualifications & Training – Essential

• Full GMC Registration Entry on the GMC Specialist Register via CCT (proposed CCT date must be within 6 months of interview), CESR or European Community Rights.
• An appropriate higher surgical/medical qualification.

Experience & Knowledge – Essential

• Evidence of the ability to manage the demands of being a DGH based consultant Haematologist.
• Experience of working within the NHS.

Current Skills & Abilities – Essential

• Evidence of the clinical skills required to fulfil the specialty and sub‑specialty elements of the job as in the job description and technical specification.

Team Working and Service Development – Essential

• Evidence of recent collaborative working in a service development or improvement.

Understanding and Participation in Clinical Governance – Essential

• Understanding the principles of Clinical Governance.
• Evidence of participation in recent relevant audit.

Management Training, Organisational Skills and Strategic Vision – Essential

• Evidence of management experience & service change.

Teaching and Communication – Essential

• Evidence of teaching experience and abilities appropriate to the post.
• Ability to present effectively to an audience.
• Ability to communicate effectively.

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.

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.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.

Employer details

Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Dorset County Hospital, Williams Avenue, Dorchester, DT1 2JY

Employer's website

https://www.dchft.nhs.uk/working-for-us/