Role Summary
We are seeking an enthusiastic Consultant Haematologist to join our friendly and expanding team at the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital. The post offers a varied role across inpatient, outpatient, laboratory and multidisciplinary services, with opportunities to develop subspecialty interests, contribute to research and teaching, and support ongoing service improvement. The successful candidate will join the consultant on-call rota and work collaboratively across our Eastern and Northern services to deliver high-quality, patient-centred care.
About the Role
Our Haematology service is entering an exciting phase of growth and development, supported by significant Trust investment in facilities, workforce and resources. We are looking for an enthusiastic Consultant Haematologist to join our team and help us continue to deliver excellent, patient-focused care while supporting innovation, research and the development of our specialist services.
The post is principally based at the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital in Exeter, with each member of the consultant team contributing equally to the Haematology service at North Devon District Hospital, visiting on average 27 times per year. The role includes participation in a 1 in 9 on-call attending rota, a weekly clinic, MDT working, laboratory responsibilities, research and teaching.
The Exeter Haematology Unit is a BCSH Level 3 facility, with Level 1 services delivered from the purpose-built Seamoor day case unit in North Devon. The services operate a joint MDT and serve a combined population of more than 500,000.
There are excellent opportunities to develop clinical subspecialty interests, participate in network and commercial research studies, work collaboratively with the University of Exeter and contribute to undergraduate and postgraduate teaching, including the BMBS programme.
Exeter is a vibrant and historic city with excellent road, rail and air links, good local schools and easy access to the outstanding coast and countryside of Devon. Cross-site working also provides the opportunity to work in North Devon, with its coastline, beaches and areas of outstanding natural beauty.
The successful candidate must hold, or be within six months of obtaining, a Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) in Haematology, or equivalent.
Working Pattern: Full time, 10 PAs, including participation in the 1 in 9 on-call attending rota and planned cross-site working at North Devon District Hospital.
Interview Date: To be confirmed.
For further information please contact: Ed Mitchell, Operations Manager Haematology - edward.mitchell3@nhs.net
As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.
Preference will be given to staff with ‘Priority’ and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.
The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.
The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.
About Us
Stretching across Northern, Eastern and Mid Devon, we have a workforce of over 15,000 staff, making us the largest employer in Devon. Our core services, which we provide to more than 615,000 people, cover more than 2,000 square miles across Devon, while some of our specialist services cover the whole of the peninsula, extending our reach as far as Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.
We deliver a wide range of emergency, specialist and general medical services through North Devon District Hospital and the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford). Alongside our two acute hospitals, we provide integrated health and social care services across a variety of settings, including community inpatient hospitals, outpatient clinics, and within people’s own homes. We also offer primary care services, a range of specialist community services, and Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARC).
Our state-of-the-art equipment, leading technologies and strong links to local universities put us at the forefront of research and innovations, enabling us to provide world-class care to our local communities.
Our values are at the heart of everything we do, click here to find out more
It has never been a more exciting time to join the Royal Devon, as you will help to shape our services as we continue along our integration journey.
Benefits
Looking after you is important to us.
We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies.
If you are starting out in the NHS, you’ll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 34 days plus bank holidays depending on grade and years of service.
You will benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups.
We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team.
This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we will help you get there.
Salary is not the only financial benefit
You will have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers. You will also have access to other benefits including:
- National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.
- Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter
- Car lease schemes.
- The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).
- Cycle to work scheme
These are just a few of the benefits available – if the role is something you are interested in, we would love to hear from you.
