Consultant in Haematology with a special interest in Myeloid in Swansea

Swansea University Health Board is seeking to appoint to a replacement 10 session Consultant Haematologist post in Myeloid who has a commitment to collaborative multidisciplinary working to achieve high quality patient care through implementing innovative service models to support delivery of performance targets whilst also safeguarding excellence in education/training and an appreciation of the need for and value of, high quality research.

Main duties of the job

The post-holder will be required to participate in specific sub-specialty clinics, as well as sharing in general Haematology duties for both outpatient reviews and inpatient attending responsibility. Current requirement is one in seven weeks attending on the Haematology ward, as well as providing consultant responsibility for delivering the Haematology on-call Rota.

About us

Swansea Bay University Health Board has responsibility for the health of around 390,000 people in the Neath Port Talbot and Swansea areas, with a budget of around £1 billion and employing 12,500 people. We are a University Health Board working in partnership with Swansea University, Swansea School of Medicine, the School of Health Science and the Institute of Life Science. The HB has three major hospitals providing a range of services: Morriston and Singleton hospitals in Swansea and Neath Port Talbot hospital in Baglan, Port Talbot. Mental Health and learning Disabilities services are provided both in hospital settings and other community settings. We also have community hospital and primary care resource centres providing clinical services outside the main hospitals. The Health Board is part of A Regional Collaboration for Health (ARCH), which is a partnership with Hywel Dda UHB and Swansea University, aimed at improving the wellbeing and wealth of Southwest Wales.

Job responsibilities

You will provide a clinical service, with colleagues, which will include the responsibility for the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of illness. Working with consultant colleagues and the multi‑professional team you will have continuing responsibility for the well‑being of all patients under your care allowing for proper delegation to, and training of staff. In partnership with clinical and managerial colleagues you will also have responsibility for the safe, efficient and effective functioning of the services in which you work in line with the values, operational policies and integrated medium term plan (IMTP) of the Health Board. You are encouraged to consider how services can be improved and to report any concerns about safety. You will be required to adhere to the principles of good medical practice as laid down by the General Medical Council. You will be required to participate in the Health Boards risk management process, clinical governance and any other healthcare governance activities within the department, the delivery unit and the Health Board. Adherence to the Caldicott Principles of information governance is mandatory. You will be required to maintain a licence to practise through revalidation, to undergo satisfactory annual appraisal using the all Wales online Medical Appraisal Scheme (MARS) and to formulate a Personal Development Plan, in conjunction with the Clinical lead, to identify training and development needs. You will be expected to participate in sufficient personal and professional development to fulfil Royal College and GMC requirements. You will also be required to undergo a job plan review at least annually and to agree and then meet service outcomes. You will be expected to make a significant contribution to the service and delivery unit planning process through active participation in the clinical delivery unit structure. You will participate in the 1 in 7 on‑call rota at Singleton Hospital, with prospective cover. In exceptional circumstances it may also be necessary to undertake duties at other locations with the Health Board. Travelling as necessary between hospitals/clinic will be required to undertake such duties. Travel expenses will be remunerated according to the Health Board policy and procedures for claiming. The Health Board is committed to meet its obligations to minimise infection. You will be required to comply with current procedures for the control of infection, including dress‑code, to challenge non‑compliance by colleagues, and to attend training in infection control provided by the Health Board.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Essential: Registered with the GMC, Licensed to practice, FRCPath, On Specialist Register with GMC as a clinical Haematologist or eligible for CCT within 6 months of date of interview and have passed exit exam or a statement of eligibility for registration issued by PMETB or a primary medical qualification and recognised specialist qualification from a European Member State which will allow direct entry to the GMC Specialist Register. Applicants that are non‑UK trained will be required to show evidence of equivalence to the UK CCT.
• Desirable: Higher degree MD/PHD.

Experience

• Essential: Evidence of an ability to develop effective working relationships, on an individual and multi‑disciplinary basis with all levels of staff (Working Together). Evidence of working with management and clinical colleagues to improve a service (Always Improving). Values partnership with other agencies (Working Together). Evidence of teaching and training of post/undergraduate clinical staff. Evidence of initiating, progressing and completing audit. Experience of research in Haematology.

Skills & Abilities

• Essential: Effective leadership ability to take responsibility and demonstrate leadership when appropriate. Understands the importance of effective Team Working with all levels of staff, take time to listen, understand and involve people receptive to appropriate change (Working Together). Understands and can apply the principles of Prudent Healthcare (Caring for each other). Excellent interpersonal skills – ability to communicate effectively (written and verbal) with patients, colleagues, relatives and staff, communicate openly and honestly and explain things clearly (Caring for each other). Demonstrates learning in Improvement science and methodology, ability and drive to use information and experience to improve the service (Always Improving). Understands information systems and technology. Clinical Skills in the management of Myeloid.

Personal Attributes

• Essential: Flexible and adaptable to competing demands with the ability to work effectively under pressure and cope with setbacks. Ability to undertake on‑call. A commitment to continuous improvement, with a positive attitude, seeks out learning, and continually develops skills and the service (Always Improving). Enthusiasm to take a lead role in clinical development. Empathy and sensitivity: ability to listen, understand and involve people, see people as individuals.