Consultant Haematologist

Job summary

We are seeking to appoint a Consultant in Haematology to join our well established existing service, flexible working and a good work life balance is important at Airedale and we therefore welcome applications from candidates who may wish to work less than full time.

The successful candidates will have the opportunity to participate fully in the provision of haematology services both at Airedale and with our Partners at Bradford Teaching Hospitals.

You will thrive in an innovative environment with the opportunity to shape the future of healthcare services for our population ensuring we put the patient at the centre. We are therefore keen to hear from individuals who can contribute to shaping our organisation's strategic direction, bringing a depth of understanding of the different and changing healthcare environment. The Trust aspires to be truly representative of the population we serve and we welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds and who can evidence an understanding of the needs of the communities served by the Trust.

Main duties of the job

Providing the best care for our local population is a key driver for the department, we are looking to continue to develop a sustainable service that is based around ongoing development, a few examples of our current achievements and future plans include:

A well-established team of chemotherapy trained nurses that has recently been increase to support with increasing demand, this team includes two non-malignant CNS Consultant Pharmacist and specialist Haematology pharmacist support - with prescribing for chemotherapy and also clinics A brand new aseptic preparation facilities to future proof the local pharmacy service alongside a refurbishment for our day unit facilities Both CNS and Pharmacy led clinics which is set to increase in the future A dedicated mobile unit to deliver treatment within the community, with a second unit due to launch in November 2021 We have a well-established joint weekly MDT with Bradford Royal Infirmary, Leeds Teaching Hospitals, alongside a Myeloid MDT with Leeds Teaching Hospitals. Designated bed space for Haematology with ANP support

About us

Our award winning Hospital is also in an award winning location providing genuine opportunities for a great work-life balance. Yorkshire has been voted as the third best region in the world by Lonely Planet and our local town of Skipton has been voted as the best place to live in the UK by The Sunday Times, commending its top class schools, great transport links, low crime and beautiful surrounding countryside.

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further details of the post please see full job description & person specification in the attached job information pack.

Person Specification

Clinical

Essential

MBChB or equivalent MRCP, FRCP or equivalent GMC Registration CCT

Desirable

Higher degree (PhD; MD) or Mphil

Experience

Essential

Experience of undertaking audits and presenting their findings

Desirable

Post-MD / PhD research experience Experience within a research team

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