Job overview

We are currently seeking a full time Consultant Haematologist based at Ysbyty Gwynedd to be part of an enthusiastic multi-disciplinary team.  We are seeking a dynamic individual committed to excellence in service delivery.  All candidates should be competent in managing patients with Haematological disorders.
The Haematology Service is constantly evolving and this post, in conjunction with existing posts and new posts, will support the development of the North Wales Haematology Service. 

We encourage and welcome applications from colleagues who have any specialist interests.

Beyond clinical duties, there are opportunities to contribute to education and research as well as leadership functions.

Main duties of the job

Key tasks include:
•    To provide Specialist Haematologist Services to the population served with special reference to the common cancers and agreed appropriate subspecialties and to be an active participant in each of these multidisciplinary teams.
•    To develop a site specialist and research interest on both hospital sites. This will include developing clinical research and entering patients into appropriate national and international studies.
•    To provide a weekly ward round for inpatient cover.
•    To work closely with clinical consultant colleagues and to provide seamless Haematologist care for all patients.
•    To work closely with colleagues in other Divisions to assist in providing an efficient service for patients transferring between the different disciplines during the patient’s journey.
•    To liaise with colleagues in Haematology, Oncology and Palliative Care to provide inpatient cover for Haematology patients.
•    To develop and participate in collaborative initiatives, having a high regard for clinical effectiveness and to the practice of evidence-based medicine.
•    To participate in audit and teaching.
•    To have responsibility for ensuring active participation in Continuing Medical Education (CME).
•    To work with colleagues to manage daily business of the speciality and to develop the service in accordance with the Health Board’s strategic direction.

Working for our organisation

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) is Wales’s largest health organisation, with a budget of over £2.4 billion and a workforce of over 20,000 staff. The Health Board provides primary, community, mental health and acute hospital services for the population of North Wales.

BCUHB provides a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and specialist hospital services across 3 acute hospitals and a network of community hospitals, health centres, clinics, and mental health units. It also co-ordinates or provides the work of GP practices and NHS services provided by dentists, opticians, and pharmacists across the region.

The Health Board is an integrated health system that strives for excellent, compassionate care delivered in partnership with the public sector and other statutory and third sector organisations.