Consultant Haematologist

NHS

  • Llantrisant, Rhondda Cynon Taf
  • £110,240-160,951 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 22 days ago
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Consultant Haematologist to join a friendly and enthusiastic team at Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board. Whilst this appointment is a Health Board wide appointment, this post will be based at Royal Glamorgan Hospital.Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board is one of the largest Health Boards in Wales and was formed in 2019. It is situated near of the vibrant cities of Cardiff, Swansea and Bristol and is enriched with magnificent scenery including beautiful beaches and the stunning Brecon Beacons national park. Welsh history, culture, music and of course rugby lie at the heart of the Health Board.Interview date: 22nd of October 2025Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.Main duties of the jobThe post requires malignant and general haematological work. Candidates with any field of interest are encouraged to apply. However, it is desirable to have an interest and experience in haematological malignancy and chemotherapy. The work will be shared equally with the other consultants to provide clinical, laboratory, liaison haematology service and on call. The development of a special interest by the appointee is encouraged and would be in line with the clinical interest of the Health Board.The haematology department at Cwm Taf Morgannwg UHB is also undergoing an exciting piece oftransformation work. This will lend itself to sub-specialisation and expansion and further development of all levels of the medical and nursing structure within the haematology service. Development and expansion of Advanced Nurse Practitioner, Clinical Nurse Specialist, Consultant Nurse, and Clinical Scientist posts are all being explored as a part of this on-going and dynamic work. Collaborative work with neighbouring health boards and trusts is also being explored.The Cwm Taf Morgannwg UHB Haematology service, whilst performing BCSH level 2 Haematology, has close links with the regional Haematology and BMT centre based in the University Hospital of Wales, Cardiff,Potential applicants are encouraged to visit and to meet the current team and consultants.About usCwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board is part of the NHS Wales family. Our Health Board provides primary, secondary and community health and wellbeing services to around 450,000 people living in three County Boroughs: Bridgend Merthyr Tydfil, and Rhondda Cynon Taf.We live by our core values:
  • We listen, learn and improve
  • We treat everyone with respect
  • We all work together as one team
We are a proud local employer; around 80% of our 15000 workforce live within our region, making our staff not only our lifeblood of our organisation but of the diverse communities that we serve.DetailsDate posted12 August 2025Pay schemeHospital medical and dental staffGradeConsultantSalary£110,240 to £160,951 a year per annumContractPermanentWorking patternFull-timeReference number110-MD215-1124-HJob locationsRoyal Glamorgan HospitalYnysmaerdyLlantrisantCF72 8XRJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesYou will find a detailed job description and person specification attached to this advert. Please contact us if you have any questions. Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesYou will find a detailed job description and person specification attached to this advert. Please contact us if you have any questions.Person SpecificationQualifications and EligibilityEssential
  • Full and specialist registration (and a licence to practise) with the General Medical Council (GMC) (or be eligible for registration within six months of interview)
  • FRCPath or show evidence of equivalent qualification - E Applicants that are UK trained, must ALSO be a holder of a Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT), or be within six months of award of CCT by date of interview
  • Applicants that are non-UK trained, will be required to show evidence of equivalence to the UK CCT
Desirable
  • MRCP or show evidence of equivalent qualification
Knowledge and ExperienceEssential
  • Proven experience and ability in all areas of clinical haematology
  • Proven experience in haematological oncology
  • Proven experience and competence in reporting bone marrow/trephines and blood films
Desirable
  • Management qualifications or experience
  • Proven record of service development
  • Laboratory based research
Skills and AbilitiesEssential
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills
  • Good computer skills
Interests and Personal DispositionEssential
  • Proven leadership skills and a responsible attitude
  • A commitment to provision of a strong clinically-orientated service
  • Interest in teaching and training medical and non-medical staff - E Good interpersonal skills and ability to work well in multi-disciplinary environment within and outside the department
  • Good organisational skills, ability to work to deadlines, work on own initiative and priorities workload
Desirable
  • Interest in other specialties outside the field of haematology
  • Active interest in research and development
Person SpecificationQualifications and EligibilityEssential
  • Full and specialist registration (and a licence to practise) with the General Medical Council (GMC) (or be eligible for registration within six months of interview)
  • FRCPath or show evidence of equivalent qualification - E Applicants that are UK trained, must ALSO be a holder of a Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT), or be within six months of award of CCT by date of interview
  • Applicants that are non-UK trained, will be required to show evidence of equivalence to the UK CCT
Desirable
  • MRCP or show evidence of equivalent qualification
Knowledge and ExperienceEssential
  • Proven experience and ability in all areas of clinical haematology
  • Proven experience in haematological oncology
  • Proven experience and competence in reporting bone marrow/trephines and blood films
Desirable
  • Management qualifications or experience
  • Proven record of service development
  • Laboratory based research
Skills and AbilitiesEssential
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills
  • Good computer skills
Interests and Personal DispositionEssential
  • Proven leadership skills and a responsible attitude
  • A commitment to provision of a strong clinically-orientated service
  • Interest in teaching and training medical and non-medical staff - E Good interpersonal skills and ability to work well in multi-disciplinary environment within and outside the department
  • Good organisational skills, ability to work to deadlines, work on own initiative and priorities workload
Desirable
  • Interest in other specialties outside the field of haematology
  • Active interest in research and development

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