Job summary
University Hospitals Sussex are delighted to offer the position of a full (or part) time Specialty Doctor in Haematology for a period of 12 months (from 2 September 2026 to 2 September 2027) to cover maternity leave to work alongside our team of 6 Haematologists, 3 Specialty Registrar's and 5 Haematology Specialist nurses in the Western half of the trust. This position is based primarily in Worthing Hospital on the beautiful South Coast. We are looking for an enthusiastic, motivated and forward looking colleague to work within our close knit team.

The Haematology department provides an extensive haemato-oncology practice to level 2b care, as well as general haematology incl obstetrics and paediatrics, transfusion medicine and is a UKHCDO accredited Haemophilia Centre

This post offers an excellent opportunity to further develop an interest in Haematology and the successful candidate will be expected to have some experience in managing haematology patients in both a ward and outpatient setting.

Main duties of the job

• To support the Haematology team in providing full clinical care to those with blood disorders and inpatient care to those with haematological malignancy up to and including BSCH level 2B care.
• To support colleagues with specialist advice on all aspects of Haematology both within the trust and in primary care.
• To provide clinical support to the Haematology Laboratory
• To actively engage in departmental meetings, clinical governance and teaching to our resident doctors
• To become actively involved in our Haematology trials portfolio

About us
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always deliver Excellent Care Everywhere, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating.

Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of staff networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in.

We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 3) and a Veteran Aware Trust.

Details
Date posted: 10 July 2026
Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade: Specialty Doctor
Salary: £63,696 to £102,689 a year per annum
Contract: Fixed term
Duration: 12 months
Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time
Reference number: 279-MWWTGSASHAEM-678
Job locations: Worthing Hospital, Lyndhurst Road, Worthing, BN11 2DH, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities
To support the Haematology team in providing full clinical care to those with blood disorders and inpatient care to those with haematological malignancy up to and including BSCH level 2B care.

To support colleagues with specialist advice on all aspects of Haematology both within the trust and in primary care.

To provide clinical support to the Haematology Laboratory

To actively engage in departmental meetings, clinical governance and teaching to our resident doctors

To become actively involved in our Haematology trials portfolio

Provisional interviews - July/August 2026

** This post may close earlier if we receive sufficient number of applications**

Person Specification
Experience & Qualifications
Essential

• oBasic medical degree or appropriate specialist qualification
• oFull GMC Registration with a licence to practice
• oFour years post-graduation, with two years in the relevant specialty

Desirable

• oPostgraduate qualification
• oMRCP
• oFCRPath part 1 or equivalent

Clinical Skills & Experience
Essential

• oExperience breaking bad news and/or delivering complex cancer diagnosis
• oUnderstanding of clinical risk management

Desirable

• oWorking within a haematology department or has experience looking after haematology patients
• oHas experience looking after patients receiving chemotherapy and/ or has experience prescribing chemotherapy
• oExperience reporting blood films
• oExperience performing bone marrow procedures

Knowledge
Desirable

• oBreadth of experience in and outside specialty

Organisation & Planning
Essential

• oExperience and ability to work in multi-professional teams
• oUnderstanding of: NHS / Clinical governance / Resource constraints

Desirable

• oEvidence of managerial skills: Achievements / Course attended

Teaching Skills
Essential

• oEvidence of an interest and commitment to teaching

Desirable

• oRecognised teaching qualification

Academic & Research
Essential

• oEvidence of participation in audit

Desirable

• Research Experience
• Publications
• Prizes & Honours

Career Progression & Personal Attributes
Essential

• oAppropriate progression of career to date
• oEvidence of:- Good communication skills both oral and written

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.

UK Registration: Applicants must have current UK professional registration.