Trust Doctor (eqv to ST3+) in Haemato-oncology

SBH is a busy and well supported level 3 Haemato-oncology unit an extensive Haematopioetic Stem Cell Transplant (HSCT) and CAR-T cell therapy programme. Clinical duties within the Haemato-oncology Department will cover the whole range of haematological malignancies, with the post-holder rotating between the inpatient and day-unit clinical areas while at SBH. The successful candidate will have clinical responsibility for patients admitted to the wards, those ambulatory patients seen on the Day unit and those seen in outpatients. Training and support to become proficient in bone marrow biopsy, intrathecal chemotherapy and chemotherapy prescribing will be provided, as will clinical trial experience and opportunities to take part in quality improvement / audit / research projects.

The post holder will be expected to prioritise and time-manage effectively according to the activity of the department and to utilise appropriately the available senior staff for advice. The Department has a key awareness of the importance of clinical audit, and all specialist trainees are encouraged to complete audit projects whilst here. Active participation in undergraduate and CMT teaching is also encouraged

This post does not have educational approval from the postgraduate dean and will not be recognised for training, however support will be provided for career development. In-house SpR teaching and training sessions are currently running and attendance is encouraged.

Share workload with other Ward SpRs in an equitable manner.Assist the Day unit teams where possible for example clerking in ward emergency admissions on the Day unit.Assist the other firm by offering to take on practical procedures if there is an imbalance in activity.

Day to day management of haematology inpatients on the Barts siteEnsure a daily review of all patients and their results (including results endorsement) in conjunction with SHOs and liaison with the Attending consultant as indicatedEnsure all chemotherapy is prescribed and administered in a correct and timely fashion liaise with unit pharmacist as necessary.Provide daily clinical review of CAR-T cell therapy and transplant patients and their blood results including ciclosporin/tacrolimus levels and ensure the relevant medications are taken as required.Write CAR-T / HSCT protocols for patients having cellular therapy procedures. Ensure these are available for the Transplant meeting for discussion 1 week prior to admission (even if information still outstanding).Provide point of contact for Haematology referrals from other hospitals. This may include arranging ward admission if necessary. To discuss them with Attending consultantCommunicate closely with Attending consultant, non-attending consultants, ward sisters, CNSs and Day Unit staffPerforming practical procedures as necessary and arrange staging investigation/MDM discussionDischarge summaries, coding and communication with GPs/referring consultants.Ensure all new patients are presented at the next available MDM and follow up action points.Handover each evening to the on-call SpR and to other ward SpR as necessary to ensure smooth continuity of patient careAttend Outpatient clinic as required and follow up tasks as necessary. Cancel clinic if absent giving at least 6 weeks notice. Ensure timely production of letters within current Trust targets.To strive to ensure that the Cancer Waiting Time targets are met (2 week, 31 day, 62 day).Work with Research nurses as required on relevant commercial and NCRN trials. Ensure GCP training up to date and SAEs are reported in a timely manner.

Attend QM meetings, complete JACIE documentation and contribute to Educational sessions as required.Teach the medical students attached to the departmentTo cover the duties of colleagues who are unexpectedly absent

Barts Health is one of the largest NHS trusts in the country, and one of Britain's leading healthcare providers.

Our vision is to be a high-performing group of NHS hospitals, renowned for excellence and innovation, and providing safe and compassionate care to our patients in east London and beyond. That means being a provider of excellent patient safety, known for delivering consistently high standards of harm-free care and always caring for patients in the right place at the right time. It also means being an outstanding place to work, in which our WeCare values and behaviours are visible to all and guide us in how we work together.

We strive to live by our WeCare values and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We value our differences and fully advocate, cultivate and support an inclusive working environment.

Qualifications

Desirable: - Intercalated BSc or equivalent; - Higher degree MSc, PhD, MD

Experience

Knowledge

Skills

Other

Desirable: - Extracurricular activities/achievements relevant to the specialty; - Evidence of participation at meetings and activities relevant to the specialty