We are seeking a motivated doctor to join our Haematology Department, working alongside the existing middle grade team to provide comprehensive inpatient and outpatient care. In addition to core clinical responsibilities, the successful candidate will work closely with the Clinical Trials Team across haematology subspecialties, with a particular focus on cellular therapy. The successful candidate will have opportunities to participate in a dedicated clinical trials outpatient clinic, attend disease‑specific clinical trial meetings, and be involved in trial administration. Responsibilities will include reviewing investigation results, grading adverse events, reporting serious adverse events, and contributing to the development of clinical trial working instructions. The post offers the opportunity to rotate through a broad range of haematology subspecialties. The appointee will gain experience in managing patients with myeloid and lymphoid malignancies, myeloma, and non‑malignant haematological conditions, as well as those undergoing autologous and allogeneic stem cell transplantation and CAR‑T cell therapy. The role also includes reviewing patients attending the Leeds Clinical Research Facility. There will be opportunities to develop procedural competencies in bone marrow biopsy and basic morphology skills. The successful candidate will also be encouraged to participate in real‑world data or Quality Improvement projects, with an expectation of abstract submission.
Main duties of the job
The appointee will work as part of a multidisciplinary team across our inpatient haematology wards. Inpatient services are organised into subspecialty teams: myeloma, lymphoma, chronic lymphoproliferative disorders (CLPD), myeloid, and bone marrow transplant. Each team comprises a consultant, specialist registrar, and clinical nurse specialist, supported by a mix of Internal Medicine Trainees (IMT) and Foundation doctors. The teams are further strengthened by Advanced Clinical Practitioners and Physician Associates, ensuring comprehensive and collaborative patient care.
Outpatient responsibilities will be aligned to a subspecialty team, with a particular focus on clinical trial clinics and associated administrative activities. The appointee will also review clinical trial patients attending the Leeds Clinical Research Facility.
About us
The haematology department at SJUH is led by a team of 21 consultants, all with their own subspecialty interests. The department has an expanding Cellular Therapy service and is a CAR‑T treatment centre. The majority of inpatients are treated on two dedicated haematology wards, each with 20 side rooms for patients. Adjacent to this is our ambulatory care unit and haematology day unit where outpatient clinics take place. Additional haematology patients are cared for within bedspaces in the oncology CSU. The medical team also work alongside a team of highly experienced senior nurses on the inpatient wards, along with dedicated clinical nurse specialists within each team and a network of specialised dieticians, pharmacists and therapists. Teaching opportunities take place in both formal and informal settings with subspecialty MDTs at which trainees are encouraged to present patients, regular academic meetings, regional update days.
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Job description
Job responsibilities
Job Title: Trust doctorGrade: CT3+ or ST3-5Specialty/Department: HaematologySite and Location: Bexley wing, St Jamess Hospital, Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
Your duties and responsibilities on this placement will include:
- The management of patients with cancer and haematological pathologies who are inpatient in the centre or presenting to the acute oncology assessment area as directed and supported by nursing and allied staff, registrars and consultants.
- The management of patients with cancer and haematological pathologies presenting to the outpatient department, as required or where possible as a learning opportunity.
- Formulation of treatment plans in association with members of haematology multidisciplinary teams.
- The management of acute toxicities following systemic anti‑cancer therapies such as cytotoxic chemotherapy and immunotherapy.
- The management of general medical pathologies in patients with cancer and who are receiving anti‑cancer therapy.
- The management of patients within clinical trials.
- Palliation of symptoms and care of patients in the last stages of life.
- Communication with patients with cancer and their relatives.
- Completion of audit and research projects.
Person Specification
Clinical, Academic, and Personal Skills
Essential
- Ability to apply sound clinical knowledge and judgement to problems.
- Ability to prioritise clinical need.
- Ability to maximise safety and minimise risk.
- Recognition of, and ability to undertake the initial management of, an acutely ill patient.
- Demonstrates understanding of research, including awareness of ethical issues.
- Demonstrates understanding of the basic principles of audit, clinical risk management, evidence‑based practice, patient safety, and clinical quality improvement initiatives.
- Demonstrates knowledge of evidence‑informed practice.
Desirable
- Managing Others & Team Involvement.
- Able to work in multi‑professional teams & supervise junior medical staff.
- Ability to show leadership, make decisions, organise and motivate other team members for the benefit of patients through, for example, audit and quality improvement projects.
- Capacity to work effectively with others.
- Capacity to manage/prioritise time and information effectively.
- Capacity to prioritise own workload & organise ward rounds. Evidence of thoroughness, commitment, punctuality and meeting deadlines.
Experience
Essential
- Clinical experience after full GMC registration or equivalent, and evidence of achievement of foundation competences, in line with GMC standards / Good Medical Practice including:
- Make the care or your patient your first concern.
- Provide a good standard of practice and care.
- Take prompt action if you think that patient safety, dignity or comfort is being compromised.
- Protect and promote the health of patients and of the public.
- Treat patients as individuals and respect their dignity.
- Work in partnership with patients.
- Work with colleagues in the ways that best serve patients’ interests.
Desirable
- Previous/current experience of working in the NHS. Previous experience in treating patients with haematological/oncological conditions or palliative care needs.
- Clinical trial experience.
- Evidence of involvement in an audit project, a quality improvement project, formal research project or other activity which:
- Focuses on patient safety and clinical improvement.
- Demonstrates an interest in and commitment to the specialty beyond the mandatory curriculum.
Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent medical qualification.
Desirable
- MRCP Part 1.
- Good Clinical Practice (GCP) qualification for Clinical Trial activity.
Eligibility, Fitness to practice, and Language Skills
Essential
- Effective communication skills: demonstrates clarity in written/spoken communication and capacity to adapt language as appropriate to the situation.
- Eligibility: Must hold full registration with the GMC at time of application.
- Must have a valid Advanced Life Support Certificate from the Resuscitation Council UK or equivalent.
- Eligible to work in the UK.
- Must have a valid Advanced Life Support Certificate from the Resuscitation Council UK or equivalent (as required to complete Foundation competences) by intended start date.
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