Consultant Paediatrician

Did you know you can receive job alerts via WhatsApp? We are seeking an enthusiastic Locum Consultant Paediatrician with specialist interest in haematology and oncology. This is a 12-month 8PA Locum Consultant Paediatrician post. The post holder would be the Paediatric Oncology Shared Care Unit (POSCU) Deputy Lead and will be based at Watford General Hospital. The successful candidate will join a dynamic team of individuals devoted to providing the very best care for our patients. Main duties of the job Paediatric Haematology & Oncology (Primary Focus) Paediatric Oncology Shared Care Unit (POSCU) Activity Delivery of SACT Support the Monday–Friday infusional SACT service in line with NHS England National Service Specifications and North Thames Paediatric Network recommendations Provide clinical oversight for chemotherapy prescribing, administration, toxicity monitoring, and supportive care. Participate in one flexible chemotherapy session weekly. Outpatient Oncology & Haematology Clinics Assess and manage: Two week wait (2WW) referrals Oncology follow up patients Selected non malignant haematology cases Provide continuity of care for children and young people undergoing treatment or surveillance. Support the Lead Consultant in managing benign haematological conditions Coagulation disorders Anaemias Thrombocytopenia and other cytopenias Haemoglobinopathy Service (Supplementary but Growing Component) Sickle Cell and Thalassaemia Support Work with the Local Haemoglobinopathy Team (LHT) to support Outpatient management of sickle cell disease including Annual Review Clinics Hydroxycarbamide dose monitoring In reach for patients admitted in crisis Contribute to the development of local pathways and quality standards. Working for our organisation With a new hospital planned for Watford and work underway to update theatres at St Albans City Hospital, this is an exciting time to join us. We are building on the success of our award‑winning virtual hospital and re‑imagining models of care, working ever more closely with partners and making the most of advances in digital healthcare. Staff wellbeing and development are a priority at our Trust, as is the role of innovation in improving clinical care, outcomes and patient experience. Our vision is Excellent patient care, together and our values are to be empowered, compassionate, professional and inclusive. They capture an important balance across what we must all do as individuals and to support others. At West Herts we offer a variety of flexible working options as we recognise the importance of a good work‑life balance and the ability to work flexibly. Detailed job description and main responsibilities Please kindly refer to the Job Description for the main duties of the job. Entry on the GMC Specialist Register in Paediatrics or Paediatrics (Paediatric Emergency Medicine) via CCT (proposed CCT date must be within 6 months of interview); or CESR Additional degrees, diplomas or postgraduate thesis relevant to specialty Sub‑speciality haematology/oncology training via GRID or SPIN Haemoglobinopathy training and experience, including the management of sickle cell disease Employer certification / accreditation badges You must have appropriate UK professional registration. This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service. Name Dr Lynn Sinitsky Job title Clinical Director Email address View email address on click.appcast.io Additional information Further information can be obtained from the Clinical Director, Dr Lynn Sinitsky View email address on click.appcast.io or View email address on click.appcast.io #J-18808-Ljbffr Westhertshospitals