Specialty Doctor In Paediatric Oncology And Haematology

Job summary This is an exciting opportunity for a doctorwith an interest in oncology and haematology to work in our day case unitpredominately.
The role includes general oncology, neuro oncology andhaematology.
There is flexibility dependent of the interests of the successfulapplicant.
The applicant will be part of the Long Term Follow-up team,attending a weekly MDT and clinics.
There is a vibrant research activity withinthe department and the role will include training and experience in clinical trials.Thisis a position offering broad clinical experience in the care of children andteenagers with cancer and haematological disorders.
The post is suitable fordoctors who are interested in paediatric oncology or haematology particularlythose wishing to develop their skills such as doctors approaching CCT orpost-CCT.Thepost is advertised without on-call to ensure continuity of care to the patientsand to ensure that the post-holder experiences the service in a continuousmodel, without the constraints of an on-call rota.
However, the post holderwill be expected to contribute to weekend day-time middle grade shifts inpaediatric oncology and haematology and be remunerated by intensity supplementand time back in lieu.Thepost is available from 1st February 2025.
Main duties of the job The post will be adapted, dependent on previous experience and on-going needs of the appointee but will be out patient day care based.
If the post holder will be approaching or post CCT, then they will be given significant clinical responsibility within the department, with consultant support.The core duties of the post include Out patient service.
Attend consultant led clinics.
The post holder will review on treatment and follow up patients in clinic, assess patients for chemotherapy and arrange investigations etc.
At times the post holder will review acute walk in patients as required.
The appointee will prescribe chemotherapy using Chemo care in collaboration with the paediatric oncology pharmacists.
The post holder will also work with Dr Jessica Morgan in the long term Follow up Service and will attend a weekly clinic and MDT.
The post holder will contribute to the non malignant haematology service by joining one clinic a week in haemoglobinopathies.MDT and clinical radiology meeting attendance.
The appointee will attend the weekly neuro oncology MDT and the ward round when due to work the weekend.Clinical Governance and Quality Improvement.
The department has an active clinical governance and quality improvement programme including regular patient safety meeting.
It is expected that the post holder will contribute to this programme.
About us LeedsTeaching Hospitals NHS Trust is part of the West Yorkshire Association of AcuteTrusts (WYAAT), a collaborative of the NHS hospital trusts from across WestYorkshire and Harrogate working together to provide the best possible care forour patients.YorkshireRegional Centre for Paediatric Oncology & Haematology:ThePaediatric Oncology & Haematology Department, Leeds Childrens Hospital, isa principal treatment centre and treats all newly diagnosed children from theregion.
There are approximately 130 new referrals of children and teenagerswith malignant disease per year.
The service is delivered by a largecomprehensive multi-professional team in both in-patient and out-patientincluding day care facilities.
The centre is also a tertiary benign paediatrichaematology centre with a large population of children with bleeding disordersand haemoglobinopathies.Leeds Teaching Hospitals is committed to our processof redeploying 'at risk' members of our existing workforce to new roles.
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Job description Job responsibilities INFORMATION ABOUT THEDEPARTMENTYorkshireRegional Centre for Paediatric Oncology & Haematology.ThePaediatric Oncology & Haematology Department, Leeds Children's Hospital, isa principal treatment centre and treats all newly diagnosed children from theregion.
There are approximately 130 new referrals of children and teenagerswith malignant disease per year.
The service is delivered by a largecomprehensive multi professional team in both in patient and out patientincluding day care facilities.
The centre is also a tertiary benign paediatrichaematology centre with a large population of children with bleeding disordersand haemoglobinopathies.
The wider children's hospital contains the completerange of paediatric sub specialty services including congenital cardiacsurgery, renal transplantation and a supra regional liver transplant service.Thereare three in patient wards, which are all co located on A Floor, Clarendon Wingat Leeds General Infirmary.L31 is a 17 bed children's oncology and haematology ward.L32 is a 4 bed paediatric and TYA stem cell transplant ward.L33 is a 8 bed dedicated teenage cancer trust supported, teenage oncology and haematology ward.Theout patient day care ward is located close to the inpatient ward andaccommodates patients requiring day case investigations and treatment,including three general anaesthetic lists each week for bone marrow and lumbarpuncture procedures.MEDICAL STAFF IN THEDEPARTMENTThesuccessful applicant will join the Paediatric Haematology and OncologyDepartment which is led by Dr Susan Picton (Lead Clinician and PaediatricOncologist).Thepaediatric haematology team includesDrMike Richards, Dr Beki James (Director of Paediatric Stem Cell Transplant), DrJacob Grinfeld and Dr Melpomeni Rompola who provide the regional paediatrichaematology service.Additionally,the post holder will work with the paediatric haemato oncology consultant teamwhich also includes Dr Danielle Ingham, Dr Chris Lethaby and Dr Amy Ruffle andin the wider department will also work with the paediatric oncologistsProfessor Adam Glaser (Clinical Lead for the NIHR Childrens Clinical ResearchFacility), Dr Martin Elliott, Dr Bob Phillips, Dr Simone Wilkins and Dr JessicaMorgan.Thereare two higher specialty trainees (HST) in paediatrics (including Oncology GRIDtrainees), two HST trainees in Haematology (including a Paediatric Haematologytrainee).
There are also two specialty doctors in clinic and day care and amiddle grade trust doctor to supports the bone marrow transplant service.
Thereis a team of Paediatric lower specialty trainees who rotate through thespecialties.Thedepartment has fully qualified advanced nurse practitioners and a further 1in training.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS ANDEXPERIENCE REQUIREDThis is a position offering broadclinical experience in the care of children and teenagers with cancer andhaematological disorders.
The post is suitable for doctors who are interestedin paediatric oncology or haematology particularly those wishing to developtheir skills such as doctors approaching CCT or post-CCT.The post is advertised without on call toensure continuity of care to the patients and to ensure that the post holderexperiences the service in a continuous model, without the constraints of anon call rota.
However, the post holder will be expected to contribute toweekend day time middle grade shifts in paediatric oncology and haematology andbe remunerated by intensity supplement and time back in lieu.The post is available from 1stFebruary 2025.DUTIES OF THE POSTThepost will be adapted, dependent on previous experience and on going needs ofthe appointee but will be out patient day care based.
If the post holder willbe approaching or post CCT, then they will be given significant clinicalresponsibility within the department, with consultant support.Thecore duties of the post includesOut-patient serviceAttendconsultant led clinics.
The post-holder will review on treatment and follow uppatients in clinic, assess patients for chemotherapy and arrange investigationsetc.
At times the post holder will review acute walk in patients as required.The appointee will prescribe chemotherapy (using Chemocare) in collaborationwith the paediatric oncology pharmacists.The post holder will also work with Dr Jessica Morgan in the long termFollow up Service and will attend a weekly clinic and MDT.
The post holder willcontribute to the non malignant haematology service by joining one clinic aweek in haemoglobinopthies.2.MDT and clinical radiology meetingattendanceTheappointee will attend the weekly neuro oncology MDT and the ward round when dueto work the weekends3.Clinical Governance and Quality ImprovementThedepartment has an active clinical governance and quality improvement programmeincluding regular patient safety meeting.
It is expected that the post holderwill contribute to this programme.LEVELS OF RESPONSIBILITYThepost holder will be expected to work alongside the consultants in running theservice.
As such it may be an ideal post for someone looking for a consultantposition in the near future who may wish to broaden their experience prior to aconsultant appointment.TEACHING ANDRESEARCH STUDY AND TRAININGItis expected that the appointee will have a significant role in supporting thetrainee doctors in their education.
They will coordinate and contribute to theweekly LST training programme, assess trainees in their work based assessmentsand be involved in development of simulation training within the department.Thepost holder will support the consultants in development and delivery of thejunior doctor induction programme at change each August and February.Thepost holder will work with the research nurse team in supporting the busyschedule of clinical research in the department.
This will include recruitmentof patients to trials, assessment of patients according to trial protocol,completion of safety assessments and documentation when appropriate andattendance at the bi monthly research management meeting.
The department willbe very supportive of any individual wishing to develop their own researchprofile.SUMMARYLeedsChildrens Hospital Paediatric Oncology and Haematology department treatspatients with the full spectrum of Oncology and Haematology disorders in asingle unit from birth to young adult life.
All subspecialty areas of interestare catered for and there is an opportunity to develop and consolidate previousexperience and training in Paediatric Oncology Haematology in a post orperi CCT position.
Informal enquiries regarding this post are welcome (DrJessica Morgan 0113 3928779 or Susan Picton 0113 3928306).
Person Specification COMMITMENT TO SPECIALTY – LEARNING AND PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT Essential Shows initiative/drive/enthusiasm (self-starter, motivated, shows curiosity, initiative) Demonstrable interest in, and understanding of, the specialty.
Commitment to personal and professional development Evidence of attendance at organised teaching and training programme(s) Evidence of self-reflective practice Desirable Extracurricular activities / achievements relevant to the specialty Qualifications Essential MRCP/MRCPCH or equivalent Be eligible for full registration with, and hold a current licence to practise from, the GMC at intended start date Eligibility to work in the UK.
Advanced Life Support Certificate from the Resuscitation Council UK or equivalent (as required to complete Foundation competences) by intended start date Is up to date and fit to practise safely and is aware of own training needs.
All applicants to have demonstrable skills in written and spoken English adequate to enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues demonstrated by one of the following: Applicants have undertaken undergraduate medical training in English.
OR Achieved the minimum score of 7 across all 4 of the following categories in the academic International English Language Testing System (IELTS) in a single sitting within 24 months at time of application Listening, Speaking, Reading and Writing.
(An overall minimum score of OR Achieved the minimum Grade B across all 4 of the following categories in the Occupational English Test (OET) in medicine in a single sitting within 24 months at time of application Listening, Speaking, Reading and Writing.
(You must provide your candidate number) If applicants believe they have adequate communication skills, but do not have evidence in one of the above forms, they must provide alternative supporting evidence of language skills.
Experience Essential Experience in paediatric oncology and haematology at HST level is required.
Four years experience after full GMC registration or equivalent, and evidence of achievement of foundation competences, in line with GMC standards / Good Medical Practice; including: make the care or your patient your first concern provide a good standard of practice and care take prompt action if you think that patient safety, dignity or comfort is being compromised protect and promote the health of patients and of the public treat patients as individuals and respect their dignity work in partnership with patients work with colleagues in the ways that best serve patients interests be honest and open and act with integrity never discriminate unfairly against patients or colleagues Ability to apply sound clinical knowledge and judgement to problems Ability to prioritise clinical need Ability to maximise safety and minimise risk Recognition of, and ability to undertake the initial management of, an acutely ill patient never abuse your patients trust in you or the publics trust in the profession.
Evidence of achievement of higher specialist training and competencies in paediatric oncology and haematology Demonstrates understanding of research, including awareness of ethical issues Demonstrates understanding of the basic principles of audit, clinical risk management, evidence-based practice, patient safety, and clinical quality improvement initiatives Demonstrates knowledge of evidence-informed practice Communication Skills Demonstrates clarity in written/spoken communication & capacity to adapt language as appropriate to the situation.
Able to build rapport, listen, persuade & negotiate.
Problem Solving & Decision Making Capacity to use logical/lateral thinking to solve problems/make decisions, indicating an analytical/scientific approach.
Empathy & Sensitivity Capacity to take in others perspectives and treat others with understanding; sees patients as people.
Demonstrates respect for all.
Managing Others & Team Involvement Able to work in multi-professional teams & supervise junior medical staff.
Ability to show leadership, make decisions, organise, and motivate other team members for the benefit of patients through, for example, audit and quality improvement Projects.
Capacity to work effectively with others.
Organisation & Planning Capacity to manage/prioritise time and information effectively.
Capacity to prioritise own workload & organise ward rounds.
Evidence of thoroughness (is well prepared, shows self-discipline/ commitment, is punctual and meets deadlines) Vigilance & Situational Awareness Capacity to monitor developing situations and anticipate issues.
Coping with Pressure and managing uncertainty Capacity to operate under pressure.
Demonstrates initiative & resilience to cope with changing circumstances.
Is able to deliver good clinical care in the face of uncertainty.
Values Understands, respects, and demonstrates the values of the NHS Constitution ( everyone counts; improving lives; commitment to quality of care; respect and dignity; working together for patients; compassion) Desirable Aptitude for evaluating clinical outcomes and applying this to improve patient experience.
A high-level clinical skills in managing acutely ill patients and supporting the wider MDT in this field Research and audit skills: Evidence of experience in project management and ability to complete a project and evaluate the outcomes.
Research experience in paediatric oncology or supportive care with publications.
Evidence of involvement in an audit project, a quality improvement project, formal research project or other activity which: focuses on patient safety and clinical improvement.
demonstrates an interest in and commitment to the specialty beyond the mandatory curriculum.
Teaching: Evidence of interest in, and experience of teaching Evidence of feedback for teaching Instructor status (or a recommendation for instructor status) in an advanced life support course (ALS, ATLS, EPLS, APLS) or equivalent course