Specialty Doctor in Haematology and Oncology - 215643 PM

TN United Kingdom; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Edinburgh seeks a Specialty Doctor in Haematology and Oncology. This permanent, full-time role involves providing an autonomous service in a dynamic team, focusing on patient care and treatment in a supportive environment. The position offers opportunities for professional development, with responsibilities including SACT prescribing and patient assessments. Interested candidates should apply online, as CVs will not be accepted.

Qualifications

• Must have full GMC registration and 4 years of postgraduate training.
• Experience in a specialty training program or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Provide an autonomous service within the Haematology and Oncology Day unit.
• Support SACT delivery and urgent reviews across Oncology and Haematology.

Skills

Haematology

Oncology

Clinical Assessment

Patient Care

Education

Full registration with the General Medical Council

Postgraduate training

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Specialty Doctor in Haematology and Oncology - 215643 PM, Edinburgh

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Client:

NHS Scotland

Location:

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

17.05.2025

Expiry Date:

01.07.2025

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Job Description:

St John's Hospital

Specialty Doctor in Haematology and Oncology
St John's Hospital

Reference - 215643

NHS Lothian is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best.

To this end, NHS Lothian welcomes applications from all sections of society.

Entry Criteria for a Specialty Doctor:

• shall have full registration and a Licence to Practice with the General Medical Council (GMC);
• shall have completed at least four years full-time postgraduate training (or its equivalent gained on a less than full-time or flexible basis), with at least two years in a specialty training programme or specialty registrar locum appointment for training (LAT);
• or have equivalent training, experience, or competencies, either in the UK or overseas.

Applications are welcome for the above permanent, full-time (40 hours per week) post based at St John's Hospital.

The appointment will be 10 PAs (1 WTE) and will be based at SJH. Consideration will be given to requests for part-time work. This is a new post supporting the rapid expansion of our centre. The post holder will provide an autonomous service within the Haematology and Oncology Day unit with consultant and nursing support. Responsibilities include haematology SACT prescribing and assessment, oversight of supportive therapies, and preparation/follow-up for haematology patients undergoing transplants, CAR-T therapies, etc. The main focus is haematology.

Oncology patients are treated within the same Day Case SACT Unit; the postholder will support safe SACT delivery and urgent reviews across Oncology and Haematology when needed. Appropriate training will be provided. Additional duties, such as outpatient clinics, can be considered based on the postholder's interests and service needs. The post requires cross-cover of SACT prescribing and assessment.

The post-holder will deliver an autonomous service within the Haematology and Oncology Day unit, working closely with the team to provide year-round coverage. The job plan includes attendance at multidisciplinary meetings; specifics depend on the postholder's interests.

Further departmental and specialty details are available via email or link. For an informal discussion, contact:
Dr Huw Roddie, Clinical Director of Haematology.
If unavailable, contact his PA at the provided email.

Visit the external site for a detailed job pack with minimum requirements and application instructions. CVs are not accepted; only completed online applications will be considered. Personal information will be anonymized for shortlisting. Ensure early submission as late applications are not accepted.