Haematology Consultant

Job summary

Following retirement of previous post holders, we have two exciting opportunities have arisen for Clinical Haematologists to join our recently merged NHS Trust. Vacancies exist on both our Basildon and Broomfield Hopsital sites.

Here at MSE Trust we strive to provide high quality care for every patient, every time.

Wewould be nothing without our staff. So it goes without saying that when it comes to recruiting new team members, we're looking for the best. We encourage staff to be innovative, to challenge the "as is" and to always put patients first.

If you are interested in joining this new and innovative team, please follow the links below; we would welcome your application.

Main duties of the job

The consultant will provide continuing responsibility for patients in their charge and in partnership with colleagues working for the proper function of the department and hospital. To attend relevant multi-disciplinary team meetings. To undertake administrative duties associated with the care of patients and the running of outpatient clinics. There is an expectation of collaborative working with the other haematology consultants to provide a comprehensive haematology service for the whole of mid and south Essex

About us

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust is now one of the largest in the country, with a workforce of approximately 15,000 who serve a population of million people.

We work together, and in conjunction with MSE Health and Care Partnership, to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and wellbeing of our patients in a compassionate way, and provide a respectful, but vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.

From facilities through to consultant specialists we want to be the best, to achieve this we need to recruit not just those who are the finest in their field but also those who have the potential to be. Yes, experience is important but so is outlook - if you are dynamic, forward-thinking and enthusiastic we want you to join us.

We not only offer you a good working environment with flexible working opportunities, but also the opportunity to develop your career with access to appropriate training for your job and the support to succeed and progress

Job description

Job responsibilities

We work together, and in conjunction with MSE Health and Care Partnership, to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and wellbeing of our patients in a compassionate way, and provide a respectful, but vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.

The Trust is currently working to enable the service to be clinically driven and led by the new MSE Pathology Group model supported with an effective management structure and clear lines of governance accountable for timely delivery of high quality, safe and cost effective pathology service all in line with the recommendation made by Lord Carter.

Haematology is the main clinical specialty within Pathology. There are clinically driven plans for subspecialisation in haematology with an aim to strive for excellence in malignant and non-malignant haematology service delivery across MSE.

The transformation investment will enable, amongst others:

Promote local improvement and performance Remove unwarranted variation of services Drive Quality and Governance throughout to improve patient experience and outcomes. Introduce single disciplines within the Pathology group Development of the 5-10 year plan to support the organisation Digital network

For full details about this varied and rewarding role, please see attached job description, but some of the responsibilities include:

To contribute to the leadership and development and organisation of Haematology services in line with the Trusts business plans for quality activity and business targets. To ensure that all staff work within the trusts framework for corporate governance including standing orders, standing financial instructions and financial procedures. To promote interdisciplinary team working between across the Trust. You will contribute to effective communication and involvement of staff across the CSU including support to the service manager and Head of Nursing to achieve his objectives. Contribute to multi-professional and undergraduate and post-graduate education, including teaching, examination and accreditation duties as required, across the Division Person Specification

Experience

Essential

Clinical Haematology experience Laboratory experience

Qualifications

Essential

Fellowship of the Royal College of Pathologists Fellowship of the Royal College of Medicine CCT Qualification or within 6 months of CCT date

Skills

Essential

Excellent written communication skills, evidenced throughout application

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