Job Summary
We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Consultant Haematologist to join our friendly and dynamic department at Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust. This is an exciting opportunity to become part of the University Hospitals of Northamptonshire Group and work alongside four experienced Consultant Haematologists in providing comprehensive haematology services.
About the Opportunity
This is a replacement post offering the chance to take ownership of specialist interests such as lymphoma, leukaemia, coagulation, or haemostasis. You will be delivering comprehensive general and BSH Level 2b Haemato-oncology care, covering a broad spectrum of both malignant and non-malignant haematology conditions.
What We Are Looking For
We are seeking a passionate and collaborative clinician with excellent diagnostic, laboratory, and patient management skills. The ideal candidate will be GMC registered (or within 6 months of CCT), confident working in an MDT environment, and eager to contribute to service development, clinical governance, and education.
What We Offer
We offer a well-established, supportive department with a strong multidisciplinary structure and a reputation for excellence. You will have opportunities to lead and shape service development and clinical trials through our active R&D programme. Additionally, we provide academic links with the University of Leicester, offering teaching and research collaboration opportunities.
Facilities
Our hospital provides access to modern, well-equipped facilities, including a 10-bed Haematology ward, dedicated chemotherapy suite, and newly developed outpatient services. These resources will support you in delivering high-quality care to our patients.
Main Responsibilities
You will be responsible for delivering high-quality, consultant-led Haematology services for both inpatients and outpatients across North Northamptonshire and neighbouring regions. Working within an integrated MDT framework, you will provide expert care across general and malignant Haematology, including Haemato-oncology, coagulation, and transfusion services.
Clinical Duties
Your clinical responsibilities will include participating in the 1:4 consultant on-call rota with appropriate middle-grade support. You will lead and contribute to outpatient clinics, ward rounds, bone marrow lists, and the Haematology MDT. Additionally, you will offer clinical advice and interpretation of Haematology investigations to medical colleagues across the Trust and in primary care.
Professional Development
We encourage all our consultants to take an active role in clinical governance, audit, and quality improvement initiatives. You will also have the opportunity to support and deliver undergraduate and postgraduate teaching, with opportunities for involvement in research and clinical trials. Your participation in service development will be valued, and you are encouraged to bring forward ideas for innovation and pathway improvement.
About Kettering
Kettering is centrally located with easy access to London in less than 1 hour by rail. By road, Kettering is within easy reach of 5 international airports and 75% of the country can be reached within 2 hours. This makes it an ideal location for both UK and international medical professionals.
Organizational Transformation
The Trust is going through a period of transformation and improvements that will lead to a stronger focus on providing Safe and Compassionate care to our patients. This transformation will give you the opportunity to learn, develop and expand your career in a professionally challenging yet exciting environment.
Benefits Package
We believe that providing excellent education, training and development for our staff is essential. We offer a wide range of benefits, including access to childcare vouchers, a home-electronic scheme giving you discounted prices for home electronics, salary sacrifice for cars, and access to staff discount for local restaurants and gyms.
Academic Links
Kettering has established good links with Leicester Medical School and has been awarded affiliated teaching hospital status. The hospital receives medical students from the medical school for teaching and training, as well as foundation doctors, core and specialty trainees on rotation from HEEM (Health Education England, East Midlands).
Qualification Requirements
Essential qualifications for this position include FRCPath or equivalent qualification, MRCP or equivalent qualifications, and MBBS, MBChB or equivalent medical qualification. You must also demonstrate the ability to offer expert clinical opinion on a range of Haematological conditions and the ability to take full and independent responsibility for clinical care of patients.
Desirable Qualifications
While not essential, desirable qualifications include a Postgraduate Degree (MSc, MD, PhD or equivalent), being a holder of Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT), or within 6 months of award of CCT or equivalent by date of interview. Full and specialist registration with the GMC (or eligibility for registration within 6 months of interview) is also desirable.
Certificate of Sponsorship
We are pleased to offer a Certificate of Sponsorship for eligible international candidates. 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 regarding visa requirements, please visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.
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. This is a standard requirement for all NHS positions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information regarding UK registration requirements, please see the NHS Careers website. Our recruitment team is happy to provide guidance on the registration process for international candidates.
How to Apply
To apply for this position, please visit the NHS Jobs website and submit your application. For questions about the job, contact Dr Mark Kwan (Consultant Haematologist) via email at [email protected] or by phone at 01536492629. The closing date for applications is 28 November 2025.
International Applicant Guidance
For international applicants, we recommend verifying your eligibility for UK registration and visa sponsorship before submitting your application. You may need to provide documentation including proof of qualifications, English language proficiency, and evidence of relevant clinical experience. Our team is available to discuss any questions you may have about the relocation process.
Relocation Support
We understand that relocating to a new country can be challenging. While specific relocation packages may be available, we encourage candidates to discuss their individual needs during the interview process. Kettering offers an excellent quality of life with good transport links, affordable housing, and access to numerous amenities and educational facilities.
Professional Growth
Joining our department means becoming part of a supportive team that values professional growth, collaboration, and compassionate leadership. You will find autonomy, academic partnership, and a culture that puts patients and people first. This is an opportunity to develop your career while making a meaningful contribution to patient care.
