Consultant Haematologist with special interest in Myeloma

Dorchester, Dorset
Permanent
Full-time

1 month ago

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 full-time 10 PA 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.Main duties of the jobThe 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 usAt 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 provide outstanding care for people in ways which matter to them, and our vision is Dorset County Hospital, working with our health and social care partners, will be at the heart of improving the well-being of our 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.DetailsDate posted25 July 2025Pay schemeHospital medical and dental staffGradeConsultantSalaryDepending on experience Dependant on ExperienceContractPermanentWorking patternFull-timeReference number405-MD2553COHAJob locationsDorset County HospitalWilliams AvenueDorchesterDT1 2JYJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesThe full list of duties and suggested job plan are embedded within the job description attached to this role. Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesThe full list of duties and suggested job plan are embedded within the job description attached to this role.Person SpecificationEducation, Qualifications & TrainingEssential

Full GMC Registration with Licence to Practice
An appropriate higher surgical/medical qualification
Entry on the GMC Specialist Register via; CCT (proposed CCT date must be within 6mths of interview for appointment to substantive consultant role) CESR or European Community Rights

Knowledge & ExperienceEssential

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

Current Skills and AbilitiesEssential

Evidence of the clinical skills required to fulfill the specialty and sub-specialty elements of the job as in the job description and technical specification

Management, Training & Organisational SkillsEssential

Evidence of management experience & service change

Teaching and CommunicationEssential

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

Team Working and Service DevelopmentEssential

Evidence of recent collaborative working in a service development or improvement

Understanding and Participation in Clinical GovernanceEssential

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

Person SpecificationEducation, Qualifications & TrainingEssential

Full GMC Registration with Licence to Practice
An appropriate higher surgical/medical qualification
Entry on the GMC Specialist Register via; CCT (proposed CCT date must be within 6mths of interview for appointment to substantive consultant role) CESR or European Community Rights