This is an exciting opportunity to join an established and vibrant department in the further expansion and development of clinical and diagnostic Haematology within the North West London sector. The appointees will join 7 Specialist Trainees in delivering clinical, laboratory, diagnostic, administrative, research, and teaching responsibilities. The successful applicant must have an interest in Haematology and acute medicine with experience in the management of patients. This is an excellent opportunity for candidates who wish to pursue a career in haematology and develop the skills and experience required for this.
The applicants will be expected to work with the multi-disciplinary teams on the ward, supporting the Consultants and providing supervision to junior medical staff. This is an opportunity to develop further skills and gain experience in Clinical Haematology. Candidates will gain experience of both malignant and non-malignant haematology and have access to weekly seminar and morphology teaching.
Applicants should have full GMC registration and experience in medicine. Previous haematology experience is desirable.
We offer excellent training and development opportunities, a friendly working environment, and flexible working.
Main duties of the job
Participate with colleagues in the continuous provision of haematology services provided by the Trust. Participate fully with the multidisciplinary team in the care of haematology inpatients and outpatients. Cooperate in the department's audit and research programme. Undertake regular weekly ward rounds for inpatients. Participate in the assessment of emergency patients in the accident and emergency department. Take part in outpatient clinics. Supervise and teach junior medical staff and students (morphology or journal club). Participate fully in the MDT, Clinical Governance, and M+M reviews. Adhere to the Trust's Infection Prevention and Control Policies and maintain high standards of infection control.
About us
London North West University Healthcare NHS Trust (LNWH) cares for the people of Brent, Ealing, Harrow, and beyond.
Our team of more than 8,200 clinical and support staff serve a diverse population of almost one million people.
We run major acute services at:
Northwick Park Hospital: home to one of the busiest emergency departments (A&E) in the country. The hospital provides a full range of services including the country's top-rated hyper-acute stroke unit and one of only three hyper-acute rehabilitation units in the UK. St Mark's Hospital: an internationally renowned specialist centre for bowel disease. Ealing Hospital: a busy district general hospital providing a range of clinical services, as well as a 24/7 emergency department and urgent care centre, and specialist care at Meadow House Hospice. Central Middlesex Hospital: our planned care site, hosting a range of surgical and outpatient services collocated with an urgent care centre. We are a university teaching NHS trust, in recognition of the important role we play in training clinicians of the future and bringing the benefits of research to the public.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Participate in teaching activities as agreed with supervisors. Adhere to the Trust's policies, including those relating to mandatory training requirements, clinical policies, and dress code. Provide medical care and ensure the safety of haematology inpatients, including but not limited to the following duties: Be responsible for medical care at night, including ordering investigations and collating results, and contacting the responsible consultant when indicated. Respond to any concerns or requests for review from the nurse in charge. Contribute to a holistic approach to the clinical care of patients, working closely with the nursing team. Make an initial clinical assessment and arrange investigations and initial treatment for emergency admissions, discussing with the consultant on-call as appropriate and completing the electronic record. Support the nursing staff and assist in their training and development as appropriate, as well as hand over to the day-time teams in a timely and appropriate manner. Support colleagues in Day Care clinical services.
Person Specification
Registration Essential Full GMC registration. Qualification Essential
MBBS, preferably with intercalated BSc. An acceptable postgraduate qualification, such as MRCP or equivalent. Candidates who have some MRCP examinations passed but have not completed the full MRCP qualification will be considered. Advanced Life Support training. Knowledge Essential
Familiarity with the area of study of Haematology. Proven experience in an acute hospital setting. Sound knowledge and experience in the management of critically ill patients. Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply.
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