Consultant Haematologist (Myeloma & Liaison Haematology)

Job overview

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.

Please see below for detailed job description of the role.

Main duties of the job

This consultant post is an exciting opportunity to join the dynamic Haematology Team at UHS and further develop our regional myeloma and plasma cell disorders services. We are looking for an enthusiastic haematologist with a demonstrable interest in myeloma and plasma cell disorders, ideally with a track record of clinical and/or scientific research. The post would be ideal for a candidate who wishes to be actively involved in the autologous transplant service for myeloma as well as further developing the clinical trials portfolio. The post will also suit someone with an interest in general and liaison haematology who enjoys team working. You will work as part of the myeloma, myeloid and general haematology team.

UHS haematology services are based at the Southampton General Hospital site and consists of 21 consultants, who work closely alongside teams of resident doctors, specialist nurses and laboratory scientists covering all areas of haematology.

Southampton lies adjacent to the beautiful New Forest and its beaches and is close to the historic town of Winchester. There are direct transport links across the country, including London and Oxford. We collaborate with haematology colleagues and other specialist services across the Wessex and Thames Valley regions.

Our trust supports the development of consultants, including a Doctors’ Development Unit that provides mentoring and coaching.

Please see the Consultant Brochure which provides further information.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

You will be expected to actively participate as a member of the UHS Haematology team, with a specific focus on myeloma and general & liaison haematology.

Job responsibilities will include:

• Management of patients with myeloma and related disorders in the inpatient, day case and outpatient setting including those undergoing autologous stem cell transplant •       Active involvement in the recruitment and management of myeloma patients within clinical trials •       Triage and outpatient management of general haematology patients •     Inpatient attending on a 1:3.5 basis covering “combined haematology” including inpatient management of myeloma, myeloid and non-malignant haematology cases with support from subspecialty colleagues. •       Participating in a 1 in 7 'combined haematology' on call rota •       Oversee the development and delivery of liaison, referral and diagnostic pathways both for primary care and the wider hospital.

For an overview of the position, please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification document. This includes a detailed breakdown of the key responsibilities, role expectations, and the qualifications we are looking for. It outlines the essential criteria for the role and is designed to support you in preparing your application by helping you evaluate how your skills, experience, and professional background align with the requirements of the role.

Informal pre-interview visits are strongly encouraged.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION   The successful candidate will be employed under the terms and conditions of service for Consultants (England) 2003.

This vacancy closes on or before 21st June 2026