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Locum Haematology Consultant

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust

Basildon, SS16 5NL £113,565 – £150,569 a year Fixed-Term Posted 21 August 2026 Apply by 13 September 2026

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Role description

Job summary

Exciting opportunities have arisen for Clinical Haematologists to join MSE. Vacancies exist on both our Basildon and Broomfield Hospital sites.

Here at MSE we strive to provide high quality care for every patient, every time.

The Trust is currently working to enable the service to be clinically driven and led by the new MSE Pathology Group model supported with an effective management structure and clear lines of governance accountable for timely delivery of high quality, safe and cost effective pathology service all in line with the recommendation made by Lord Carter. Haematology is the main clinical specialty within Pathology.

We would be nothing without our staff. So it goes without saying that when it comes to recruiting new team members, we're looking for the best. We encourage staff to be innovative, to challenge the "as is" and to always put patients first.

If you are interested in joining this new and innovative team, please follow the links below; we would welcome your application.

NOTE: Previous Candidates need not apply.

Main duties of the job

As our Consultant you will

provide continuing responsibility for patients in their charge and in partnership with colleagues working for the proper function of the department and hospital.
attend relevant multi-disciplinary team meetings.
undertake administrative duties associated with the care of patients and the running of outpatient clinics.
be expected to collaboratively work with the other haematology consultants to provide a comprehensive haematology service for the whole of mid and south Essex.
contribute to the leadership and development and organisation of Haematology services in line with the Trusts business plans for quality activity and business targets.
ensure that all staff work within the trusts framework for corporate governance including standing orders, standing financial instructions and financial procedures.
promote interdisciplinary team working between across the Trust.
contribute to effective communication and involvement of staff across the CSU including support to the service manager and Head of Nursing to achieve his objectives.
Contribute to multi-professional and undergraduate and post-graduate education, including teaching, examination and accreditation duties as required, across the Division

About us

Our ambition is to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and well being of our patients, and provide a vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.

We aim to make the most of our skills and experiences so we can become the best we can be. As one organisation we will recruit the finest and retain more specialist staff due to more employment opportunities across our Trust.

Date posted

21 August 2026

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Consultant

Salary

£113,565 to £150,569 a year per annum (pro rata for part time)

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

1 years

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working, Compressed hours

Reference number

390-CSS-BA-9581-I

Job locations

MSE

Nethermayne

Basildon

SS16 5NL

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

MSE has clinically driven plans for sub-specialisation in haematology with an aim to strive for excellence in malignant and non-malignant haematology service delivery across MSE.

The transformation investment will enable, amongst others:

Promote local improvement and performance
Remove unwarranted variation of services
Drive Quality and Governance throughout to improve patient experience and outcomes.
Introduce single disciplines within the Pathology group
Development of the 5-10 year plan to support the organisation
Digital network

For full details about this varied and rewarding role, please see attached job description, but some of the responsibilities include

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

Clinical Haematology experience
Laboratory experience

Qualifications

Essential

Fellowship of the Royal College of Pathologists
Fellowship of the Royal College of Medicine
CCT Qualification or within 6 months of CCT date

Skills

Essential

Excellent written communication skills, demonstrated throughout application

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

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