Haematology Consultant

Job Overview

The Christie NHS Foundation Trust, in partnership with Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, is seeking an experienced Consultant Haematologist to deliver a high quality patient centred haematology service at Leighton Hospital. The role requires a 10 programme activities (PA) per week with on call commitments.

Hours, Salary & Location

Full time or part time (10 sessions per week). Salary: £113,565 - £150,569 per annum (pro rata). Location: 413 Haematology Mid Cheshire, E01009 Town Crewe.

Main Responsibilities

• Run three outpatient clinics per week (split between Haematology Oncology and classical Haematology).
• Provide liaison haematology for MCHT inpatients and for GPs.
• Participate in Christie network multi disciplinary team meetings.
• Provide specialist input to inpatients at Leighton Hospital.
• Support local GPs with haematological advice.
• Core member of haematology and lymphoma multi disciplinary teams.
• Develop a special interest and opportunities for cross site work at The Christie Withington.
• Support staff in delivering a high quality service.
• Contribute to the Hospital Transfusion Committee and NEQAS film reporting.
• Maintain diagnostic haematology services for MCHFT and biochemistry.

Qualifications & Registration

• FRCP / MRCP or equivalent AND FRCPath or equivalent.
• Full and specialist registration with the General Medical Council (GMC) and a licence to practise (or eligibility within six months of interview).
• UK trained applicants must hold a Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) or be within six months of award; non UK trained applicants must demonstrate equivalence to the UK CCT.
• Additional research or teaching qualification (MD/PhD) preferred.

Training, Research and Teaching

• Evidence of training and expertise in clinical and laboratory haematology.
• Experience of teaching/training and current research or relevant publications.

Experience and Professional Development

• Clinical experience and knowledge in general Haematology, Blood Transfusion, Coagulation and Malignant Haematology.
• Evidence of continuing personal and professional development and keeping up to date with medical advances.
• Knowledge of the core legal, ethical and political issues governing medical practice.
• Attendance at a 'Teaching for Teachers' or similar course.
• Experience of clinical leadership and people management skills.
• Capacity to implement policies and plans, review and allocate resources, and manage progress.
• Ability to review and support performance management and drive a performance culture.
• Within 30 minutes travel time to the hospital and willingness to travel to other sites when necessary.

EEO Statement

We are committed to creating a balanced and diverse workforce. In support of this, we particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and other ethnic minority people, people with disabilities, and people from all backgrounds. Appointment will be on merit only.