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Junior Clinical Fellow in Haematology

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King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

1mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry Level
  • Research & Development
    Healthcare
  • London

AI generated summary

  • You must commit to 6-12 months, have core medical skills (IMT1/2), work towards MRCP (UK), and engage in audits, teaching, and research in haematology.
  • You will work in haematology, gaining clinical experience, participating in training, audits, and seminars, and supporting patient care in a multidisciplinary team.

Requirements

  • Applications are invited to work in the Department of Haematological Medicine at King’s College Hospital, for a minimum period of 6 to 12 months.
  • This is an exciting opportunity to join a centre of excellence specialising in haemato-oncology, bone marrow transplantation, red cell disorders, coagulation and transfusion medicine.
  • Our integrated haemato-oncology and transplant service has 4 dedicated wards treating all forms of haematological malignancy as well as marrow failure disorders.
  • It carries out all forms of autologous and allogeneic transplantation and has an active cell/CAR-T and gene therapy program.
  • The Department looks after approximately 1200 adults and children with Sickle Cell disease.
  • King’s is an NHS Exemplar Centre for prevention and management of venous thromboembolism (VTE), and has a large multi-disciplinary Anticoagulation and Clinical Thrombosis Team.
  • Appointment will be for a period of 6 months in the first instance, with the option to extend this for another 6 months.
  • These standalone posts in haematology provide opportunities to build on core medical curriculum skills (IMT1/2) and also provide excellent haematology experience (post MRCP trainees) desiring haemato-oncology experience before specialty training.
  • JCF are encouraged to work towards MRCP (UK) and plentiful educational opportunities including weekly protected teaching and numerous departmental educational seminars and opportunities abound.
  • Our JCF are actively encouraged to participate in audits and submit abstracts to society meetings/seminars and publish in peer-reviewed journals.
  • We have a strong track record of most JCF eventually entering IMT and St3 specialty training, including academic placements/fellowship.
  • King’s College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK’s largest and busiest teaching Trusts with a turnover of £1 billion, 1.5 million patient contacts a year and more than 15,000 staff based across South East London.
  • The Trust provides a full range of local and specialist services across its five sites.
  • The trust-wide strategy of Strong Roots, Global Reach is our Vision to be BOLD, Brilliant people, Outstanding care, Leaders in Research, Innovation and Education, Diversity, Equality and Inclusion at the heart of everything we do.
  • By being person-centred, digitally-enabled, and focused on sustainability, we aim to take Team King’s to another level.
  • We are at a pivotal point in our history and we require individuals who are ready to join a highly professional team and make a real, lasting difference to our patients and our people.
  • King’s is committed to delivering Sustainable Healthcare for All via our Green Plan.
  • In line with national Greener NHS ambitions, we have set net zero carbon targets of 2040 for our NHS Carbon Footprint and 2045 for our NHS Carbon Footprint Plus.
  • Everyone’s contribution is required in order to meet the goals set out in our Green Plan and we encourage all staff to work responsibly, minimising their contributions to the Trust’s carbon emissions, waste and pollution wherever possible.
  • For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Dr Shreyans Gandhi Job title: Consultant Haematologist Email address: shreyans.gandhi@nhs.net Telephone number: 020 3299 1394

Responsibilities

  • Applications are invited to work in the Department of Haematological Medicine at King’s College Hospital, for a minimum period of 6 to 12 months. This is an exciting opportunity to join a centre of excellence specialising in haemato-oncology, bone marrow transplantation, red cell disorders, coagulation and transfusion medicine. Our integrated haemato-oncology and transplant service has 4 dedicated wards treating all forms of haematological malignancy as well as marrow failure disorders. It carries out all forms of autologous and allogeneic transplantation and has an active cell/CAR-T and gene therapy program. The Department looks after approximately 1200 adults and children with Sickle Cell disease. King’s is an NHS Exemplar Centre for prevention and management of venous thromboembolism (VTE), and has a large multi-disciplinary Anticoagulation and Clinical Thrombosis Team.
  • There are ample educational and training opportunities. Although the Trust Doctor (JCF) post is not a recognised training post, junior doctors will avail of the same training opportunities and appointees will work alongside IMT trainees doing the haematology rotation. You will join a dynamic team of 11 junior doctors in haematology, and On-call commitments will be proportionate. Appointment will be for a period of 6 months in the first instance, with the option to extend this for another 6 months. These standalone posts in haematology, provide opportunities to build on core medical curriculum skills (IMT1/2) and also provide excellent haematology experience (post MRCP trainees) desiring haemato-oncology experience before specialty training. JCF are encouraged to work towards MRCP (UK) and plentiful educational opportunities including weekly protected teaching and numerous departmental educational seminars and opportunities abound. Our JCF are actively encouraged to participate in audits and submit abstracts to society meetings/seminars and publish in peer reviewed journals. We have a strong track record of most JCF eventually entering IMT and St3 specialty training, including academic placements/fellowship.

FAQs

What is the duration of the Junior Clinical Fellow position?

The position is for a minimum period of 6 to 12 months, with the option to extend for another 6 months.

Is this position a recognized training post?

No, the Trust Doctor (JCF) post is not a recognized training post, but it offers similar training opportunities as IMT trainees.

What are the on-call commitments for this position?

On-call commitments will be proportionate, allowing for a balanced workload.

What types of conditions will I be exposed to in this role?

You will work with patients across a range of conditions including haematological malignancies, bone marrow failure disorders, red cell disorders, and coagulation and transfusion medicine.

What kind of training opportunities are offered?

Ample educational opportunities are available, including weekly protected teaching, departmental educational seminars, and encouragement to participate in audits and submit abstracts to society meetings.

What qualifications do applicants need to have?

Applicants should ideally be post-MRCP trainees desiring further haematology experience before entering specialty training.

How many junior doctors are on the haematology team?

There are 11 junior doctors in the haematology team.

Who can I contact for more information about the position?

For further details or informal visits, you can contact Dr. Shreyans Gandhi, Consultant Haematologist, at shreyans.gandhi@nhs.net or call 020 3299 1394.

Are there opportunities for research and publication?

Yes, JCFs are encouraged to participate in audits and publish in peer-reviewed journals, with a strong track record of JCFs entering specialty training.

What is King’s College Hospital’s commitment to sustainability?

King’s College Hospital is committed to delivering Sustainable Healthcare and aims to achieve net zero carbon targets of 2040 for its NHS Carbon Footprint and 2045 for NHS Carbon Footprint Plus. Staff are encouraged to minimize their contributions to carbon emissions, waste, and pollution.

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King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

One of the UK’s largest NHS Foundation Trusts, treating 1.5 million patients a year across 5 sites in SE London and Kent

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Mission & Purpose

King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is a prominent NHS trust that provides comprehensive healthcare services across a range of specialties, including emergency care, surgical procedures, and specialist treatments. Its ultimate mission is to deliver outstanding patient care, driven by a commitment to excellence in clinical practice, research, and education. The trust's purpose is to ensure high-quality, accessible healthcare for all patients, advance medical knowledge through research and innovation, and support the training of future healthcare professionals, all while maintaining a compassionate approach to patient care.

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