Speciality Doctor in Haematology

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is seeking a Speciality Doctor in Haematology to join its established multidisciplinary team at the University Hospital of Wales. The postholder will deliver high-quality, patient-centred care across inpatient, outpatient, day-case and ambulatory settings for malignant and non-malignant haematological conditions.

Clinical duties will include ward rounds, outpatient clinics and day-case procedures; the role will involve extended hours, weekend work and a

Qualifications

• MBBS or Equivalent and eligible for GMC registration.
• MRCP (including Part 1, Part 2 and PACES) or equivalent.
• Eight years of post-qualification training (or part-time equivalent) with at least two years in Haematology.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, patient-centred care for malignant and non-malignant haematological conditions.
• Undertake clinical assessment, ward rounds, outpatient clinics and day-case procedures.
• Participate in extended working days, weekend cover and 1-in-10 night rota to support 24-hour haematology service.
• Engage in teaching, clinical governance, audit, research and professional development.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Clinical decisions

Risk management

Professional values

Education

MBBS or Equivalent

GMC registration eligible

MRCP (Part 1/2/PACES)

Job description

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is seeking a Speciality Doctor in Haematology to join its established multidisciplinary team at the University Hospital of Wales. The successful candidate will contribute to delivering high-quality, patient-centred care across inpatient, outpatient, day-case and ambulatory settings for patients with malignant and non-malignant haematological conditions. Clinical duties will be determined by the rotational area assigned and may include ward-based care, outpatient clinics, urgent assessment, chemotherapy, cellular therapies and specialist haematology services. The postholder will work closely with Consultant Haematologists, Specialist Registrars, Advanced Nurse Practitioners, Clinical Nurse Specialists and other healthcare professionals. The role includes participation in extended working days, weekend cover and night shifts as part of a 1-in-10 rota, supporting a continuous 24-hour haematology service. The postholder will also contribute to teaching, clinical governance, audit, research and departmental activities, with protected time for supporting professional development.

Main duties of the job

The postholder will provide high-quality, patient-centred care for patients with malignant and non-malignant haematological conditions across inpatient, outpatient, day-case and ambulatory settings. Working closely with consultants, specialist registrars, nursing teams and other healthcare professionals, they will undertake clinical assessment, diagnosis, treatment, ward rounds, outpatient clinics and patient-related administration. The role includes participation in extended working days, weekend cover and night shifts as part of the departmental rota. The postholder will also contribute to multidisciplinary meetings, teaching, clinical audit, governance, research and continuing professional development, while working within their level of competence and supporting the delivery of a safe and effective 24-hour haematology service.

About us

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is one of the largest Integrated Health Boards in the UK, employing over 17,000 staff, providing over 100 specialist services. Working across 6 hospital sites, we have a diverse range of career opportunities to offer. Serving over 500,000 people living in Cardiff and the Vale, we are focussed on the health and care needs of our local population whilst working with our partners to develop regional services. Together we are committed to improving health outcomes for everyone, delivering excellent care and support.

Our mission is Living Well, Caring Well, Working Together, and our vision is that every person's chance of leading a healthy life should be equal. Our 10-year transformation and improvement strategy, Shaping Our Future Wellbeing, is our chance to work collaboratively with the public and our workforce to make our health board more sustainable for the future.

Job description

Job responsibilities

A full and detailed Job Description and Person Specification can be found appended to this Job Advert.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• MBBS or Equivalent
• Eligible for full GMC registration with a licence to practise
• Full MRCP (including Part 1, Part 2 and PACES) or equivalent

Desirable

• Academic excellence (prizes, merits, distinctions etc)
• Intercalated degree
• MSc/PhD

Experience

Essential

• Eight years full-time postgraduate training (or part time equivalent), at least two of which have been in a Haematology specific role
• Evidence of participation in Research and Clinical Governance.

Desirable

• Assessment of Haematological emergencies

Skills/Knowledge/Abilities

Essential

• Evidence of effective team and multidisciplinary working.
• Effective and demonstrable communication skills in written and spoken English adequate to enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues
• Up to date with current medical practices.
• Ability to take appropriate clinical decisions when necessary.
• Understanding of clinical risk management and clinical governance.
• Values aligned to those of the Health Board.

Desirable

• Audit.
• Teaching.
• Research interests relevant to the specialty.

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Motivated and efficient.
• Able to relate to patients, staff and medical colleagues.
• Flexible, caring and hard working.
• Evidence of ability to work both in a team and alone.

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