Consultant Haematology
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University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Trust Consultant Haematology
The closing date is 16 September 2026
Job summary
Application for this substantive post will only beaccepted if you hold full GMC registration with a license to practice and entry on the Specialist Register or anticipating being in receipt of CCT/Professional Portfolio (formally CESR) within six months of interview.
We are delighted to offer an opportunity for a highly motivated, ambitious and dynamic individual to join our committed and well-integrated multidisciplinary team, providing high standard care.
This post is for a Consultant Haematologist responsible for delivering comprehensive clinical care to patients with a wide range of blood disorders, including haematological malignancy. The role also involves providing specialist advice on all aspects of haematology to colleagues across the Trust and in Primary Care.
The successful applicant will be based at Furness General Hospital, with flexibility to work across Trust sites, including Royal Lancaster Infirmary. Outpatient activity will include general haematology clinics, with the opportunity to develop a sub-specialist interest. Clinics are delivered within oncology units across the three sites, in close proximity to chemotherapy delivery areas.
This is a full-time 10 PA post with 2 additional programmed activities (APA), subject to negotiation and reviewed annually through the job planning process. Applicants are encouraged to clearly demonstrate how they meet the essential and desirable criteria outlined in the person specification within their application.
Main duties of the job
The postholder will provide full clinical care for patients with haematological conditions, including haematological malignancy. They will deliver specialist haematology advice to colleagues within the Trust and in Primary Care, supporting safe and effective patient management.
The role includes contributing to clinical laboratory services at Furness General Hospital and Royal Lancaster Infirmary. The appointee will also participate in the consultant on-call rota, providing cover across all Trust hospitals.
A whole-time equivalent consultant would typically undertake three general haematology outpatient clinics per week, alongside developing and maintaining a sub-specialist interest aligned to service needs.
There will be an expectation for the successful candidate to participate in a 1 in 5/6 on-call rota, which attracts an additional 1 PA and a 5% supplement.
About us
The Hospitals are situated on the edge of the Lake District National Park, surrounded by an area of outstanding natural beauty offering superb outdoor and recreational activities, related to the sea, lakes, fells and countryside.
UHMBhas a keen interest and extensive involvement in Medical and Dental Education at both Undergraduate and Postgraduate levels.We work in partnership with Health Education EnglandNorth West(HEENW), the General Medical Council (GMC) and our local medical schools,to provide quality education and training which meets the requirements of these regulatory bodies as well as the Trust's high standards of patient care.UHMBT provide clinical placements for Medical Students fromLancaster Medical School and Medical Students and StudentPhysician Associates from the University of Central Lancashire. We also provide training for ourdoctors in training, specialty doctors and GP trainees as well as supporting the development of our consultant educators.
Details
Date posted
24 June 2026
Pay scheme
Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade
Consultant
Salary
£113,565 to £150,569 a year per annum pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
331-B0340626
Job locations
Furness General Hospital
Dalton Lane
Barrow-in-Furness
LA14 4LF
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay visiting our website https://www.uhmb.nhs.uk/
Job description
Job responsibilities
To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay visiting our website https://www.uhmb.nhs.uk/
Person Specification
Qualifications/Skills
Essential
- Full registration and a licence to practise with the GMC.
- Specialist Registration, or within 6 months of award at time of interview.
- Accredited specialist in Haematology (or within 6 months of gaining CCT) or equivalent
- MRCP or equivalent MRCPath (Haematology)
Experience
Essential
- Experience in managing acutely unwell general medical patients / Core Medical Training
- Broad training in all aspects of clinical and laboratory haematology
Research and Audit
Essential
- Evidence of audit and the implementation of change following the audit
Education and Teaching
Essential
- Experience in teaching undergraduate and postgraduate students and doctors
- Proven knowledge of systems and process of NHS or equivalent
Qualifications/Skills
Essential
- Full registration and a licence to practise with the GMC.
- Specialist Registration, or within 6 months of award at time of interview.
- Accredited specialist in Haematology (or within 6 months of gaining CCT) or equivalent
- MRCP or equivalent MRCPath (Haematology)
Experience
Essential
- Experience in managing acutely unwell general medical patients / Core Medical Training
- Broad training in all aspects of clinical and laboratory haematology
Research and Audit
Essential
- Evidence of audit and the implementation of change following the audit
Education and Teaching
Essential
- Experience in teaching undergraduate and postgraduate students and doctors
- Proven knowledge of systems and process of NHS or equivalent
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).
Additional information
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
University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Trust
Address
Furness General Hospital
Dalton Lane
Barrow-in-Furness
LA14 4LF
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.uhmb.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Trust
Address
Furness General Hospital
Dalton Lane
Barrow-in-Furness
LA14 4LF
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.uhmb.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
Clinical Lead Haematology
Dr David Howarth
01524511915
Details
Date posted
24 June 2026
Pay scheme
Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade
Consultant
Salary
£113,565 to £150,569 a year per annum pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
331-B0340626
Job locations
Furness General Hospital
Dalton Lane
Barrow-in-Furness
LA14 4LF
United Kingdom
Supporting documents
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