Locum Consultant Haematologist
The closing date is 23 July 2026.
6 month Consultant Haematologist vacancy. We are ideally looking for someone with an interest in Myeloid disorders, however applicants with other sub‑specialty interests would also be considered.
The successful applicant will join our existing friendly team of haemato‑oncology consultants (FTE 9) and participate in a 1:13 rota supported by a 2 tier SHO & SpR on call rota. The vacancy is for a full‑time (10PA contract) consultant, however less than full time applicants will also be considered.
University Hospitals Dorset already employ a number of joint, clinical and laboratory based, academic/educational posts with Southampton and Bournemouth Universities and applicants wishing to pursue these opportunities are encouraged.
Main duties of the job
For further details about the job role and specific duties, please refer to the attached job description.
About us
Our values define who we are as #TeamUHD. They underpin everything we do now and in the future. They define how we treat our patients, visitors, and each other, our valued teammates and colleagues.
UHD are investing in services across the Trust, with many being transformed and developed following merger and the New Hospital Programme.
This means that some services may move site this year or next, either temporarily or long term. Recruiting Managers interviewing for this role will be happy to answer any specific questions that you have at interview.
We do reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.
Person Specification
Qualifications
- WHO recognised Basic Medical Degree
- Full GMC with a licence to practise
- MD or PhD is not a requirement but would be looked upon favourably
Clinical experience
- Clinical training and experience equivalent to that required for gaining UK CCT
- Evidence of experience and expertise in the diagnosis and management of haematological malignancies
- Evidence of the ability to offer expert clinical opinion in emergency and elective aspects of haematology taking full and independent responsibility for clinical decisions
- Evidence of up to date skills in the management of patients with acute haematological emergencies and level 3 care
- Confident in the diagnosis of haematological malignancies
- Confident in routine laboratory haematology including bone marrow reporting
- Evidence of an understanding of the structure of the NHS and how it works
Research and Audit
- Demonstrate knowledge of the role of audit
- Publications in refereed journals
Personal attributes
- Enquiring, critical approach to work
- Commitment to Continuing Medical Education
- Willingness to undertake additional professional responsibilities at local, regional or national levels
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust
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