Consultant Haematologist: Sponsorship Available

Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Consultant Haematologist to join a friendly and enthusiastic team at Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board. Whilst this appointment is a Health Board wide appointment, this post will be based at Prince Charles Hospital.

Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board is one of the largest Health Boards in Wales and was formed in 2019. It is situated near of the vibrant cities of Cardiff, Swansea and Bristol and is enriched with magnificent scenery including beautiful beaches and the stunning Brecon Beacons national park. Welsh history, culture, music and of course rugby lie at the heart of the Health Board.

Proposed Interview date: tbc

Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Main duties of the job

The post requires malignant and general haematological work. Candidates with any field of interest are encouraged to apply. However, it is desirable to have an interest and experience in haematological malignancy and chemotherapy. The work will be shared equally with the other consultants to provide clinical, laboratory, liaison haematology service and on call. The development of a special interest by the appointee is encouraged and would be in line with the clinical interest of the Health Board.

The haematology department at Cwm Taf Morgannwg UHB is also undergoing an exciting piece oftransformation work. This will lend itself to sub-specialisation and expansion and further development of all levels of the medical and nursing structure within the haematology service. Development and expansion of Advanced Nurse Practitioner, Clinical Nurse Specialist, Consultant Nurse, and Clinical Scientist posts are all being explored as a part of this on-going and dynamic work. Collaborative work with neighbouring health boards and trusts is also being explored.

The Cwm Taf Morgannwg UHB Haematology service, whilst performing BCSH level 2 Haematology, has close links with the regional Haematology and BMT centre based in the University Hospital of Wales, Cardiff,

Potential applicants are encouraged to visit and to meet the current team and consultants.

Person Specification

Qualifications and Eligibility

Essential

  • Full and specialist registration (and a licence to practise) with the General Medical Council (GMC) (or be eligible for registration within six months of interview)
  • FRCPath or show evidence of equivalent qualification – E Applicants that are UK trained, must ALSO be a holder of a Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT), or be within six months of award of CCT by date of interview
  • Applicants that are non-UK trained, will be required to show evidence of equivalence to the UK CCT

Desirable

  • MRCP or show evidence of equivalent qualification

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

  • Proven experience and ability in all areas of clinical haematology
  • Proven experience in haematological oncology
  • Proven experience and competence in reporting bone marrow/trephines and blood films

Desirable

  • Management qualifications or experience
  • Proven record of service development
  • Laboratory based research

Skills and Abilities

Essential

  • Excellent written and oral communication skills
  • Good computer skills

Interests and Personal Disposition

Essential

  • Proven leadership skills and a responsible attitude
  • A commitment to provision of a strong clinically-orientated service
  • Interest in teaching and training medical and non-medical staff – E Good interpersonal skills and ability to work well in multi-disciplinary environment within and outside the department
  • Good organisational skills, ability to work to deadlines, work on own initiative and priorities workload

Desirable

  • Interest in other specialties outside the field of haematology
  • Active interest in research and development

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).

Closing Date: 25 August 2026

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