Consultant Haematologist

There is both inpatient and outpatient management of a wide variety of benign and malignant haematological disorders as would be typical of a District General Hospital haematology practise. Haematology has no dedicated inpatient beds, however, they provide a service to the Medical and Surgical Directorates to give haematological assessments when required. This is currently provided by regular ward rounds with additional ad-hoc visits as required. Haematology patients receiving out-patient care, including those attending the SACT Unit that require in-patient treatment remain under the care of the admitting General Physician with the haematologist providing relevant advice.

The Consultant Haematologists provide support to the anticoagulation service when required. There is considerable liaison with local General Practitioners for haematological advice, via the electronic e-referral system and e-Advice and Guidance system. The post-holder would join the existing consultants rota to manage this.