About this role
Job summary
We are pleased to invite applications for a Specialty Doctor in Haematology (1-year fixed-term contract) to join our friendly and dynamic team of Haematologists at Milton Keynes University Hospital.
This is an exciting time to join the team, as a new, purpose-built Cancer Centre opened in early 2020 and a brand-new Radiotherapy Centre opened in Spring 2025, providing fantastic facilities for our Haematology and Oncology patients.
Our haematology service is well established and forward-thinking, comprising: 6 consultants, 1 specialty doctor, 3 resident doctors and 6 clinical nurse specialists. The team delivers level 2B care, including administration of bispecific antibody therapy.
This is a 1-year fixed-term post. It is suitable for doctors with a specialist interest in haematology or seeking to gain further experience in haematology. The post is based in Milton Keynes, and the post-holder will rotate with the other middle grades across the ward, Macmillan Day unit, outpatient clinics and laboratory cover.
Main duties of the job
This post involves daily management of haematology inpatients and referrals from other specialties. The post-holder will also provide cover for the day unit to review and manage patients on chemotherapy who are unwell and perform procedures including bone marrows, intrathecal chemotherapy administration (subject to training and approval) and chemotherapy prescriptions. The post holder will also participate in haematology clinics which cover a wide spectrum of haematological malignancies and general disorders. You will have the opportunity to be involved in research and attend multi-disciplinary team meetings.
We offer support for teaching, education, research and audit, ensuring you can develop professionally within a collaborative environment.
You must be a fully registered medical practitioner with the GMC or be eligible to obtain full GMC registration within 3 months (or within 6 months for non-EEA applicants). You will have a minimum of four years' postgraduate training, with a minimum of 12 months in a relevant specialty.
About us
Milton Keynes University Hospital, in proud partnership with the University of Buckingham, is a University Teaching Hospital committed to advancing patient care through cutting-edge research and education. With a "Good" rating from the CQC and significant investment underway, this is an exciting time to join our team and grow your career.
As a medium sized general hospital, we provide a full range of general medical and surgical services, including a busy Emergency Department, Maternity, and Paediatrics. As the population of our city and surrounding areas continues to grow rapidly, we are expanding and enhancing our facilities to meet rising demand and improve access to care for all our communities.
We are also proud to offer a growing portfolio of specialist services. In January 2025 we opened our state-of-the-art Radiotherapy Centre, bringing advanced cancer treatment closer to home. Our services also include neonatology, specialist surgical care, and a wide range of diagnostics, supported by the new Community Diagnostic Centre at Whitehouse Health Centre. We have just opened the Oak Wards - a new ward block featuring two 24-bed wards.
Further investment is underway, including the recently approved Women and Children's Centre, set to open by 2030.
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Job description Job responsibilities
The post holder will participate in haematology clinics which cover a wide spectrum of haematological malignancies and general/ non-malignant disorders.
The post holder will also provide cover for the day unit to review and manage patients on chemotherapy who are unwell and perform procedures including bone marrows, intrathecal chemotherapy administration (subject to training and approval) and chemotherapy prescriptions. The post holder will also participate in haematology clinics which cover a wide spectrum of haematological malignancies and general/ non-malignant disorders. You will have the opportunity to be involved in research and attend multi-disciplinary team meetings.
There will be an opportunity for involvement in research and audit and time available for laboratory training depending on the individual needs.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Medical degree MRCP or equivalent medical qualification Applicants must hold full GMC registration
Eligibility Essential
Broad experience in General Medicine to provide effective and safe management of outpatients and inpatients IT and computer skills Ability to work constructively in a team environment
Desirable
Experience of working in a clinical haematology department
Fitness to practise Essential
Applicants' knowledge is up to date and fit to practise safely Knowledge of evidence based practice
Language skills Essential
Good written and verbal communication skills Evidence of ability to communicate with patients, colleagues and staff at all levels
Clinical skills Essential
Experience in the management of patients within the medical division Understanding of clinical risk management.
Desirable
Ability to perform bone marrow aspirates and trephine biopsies.
Health Essential
Meets professional health requirements (in line with GMC standards in Good Medical Practice) Demonstration of immunisation against HepB, plus proof of Hbf Ag negative status.
Commitment to ongoing professional development. Essential
Learning and personal development demonstrates interest in the speciality required for the job Demonstrates a commitment to maintaining professional skills and knowledge relevant to the job. Demonstrates a willingness to fully engage in appraisal. Self-awareness and ability to accept and learn from feedback
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer name Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address Haematology - Med Staff (Dept)
Milton Keynes
MK6 5LD
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.mkuh.nhs.uk/working-at-mkuh (Opens in a new tab)