Locum Haematology  Registrar

Job Overview

The Locum Haematology Registrar provides senior‑level support within the haematology service, managing patients with benign and malignant blood disorders across wards, clinics, day units, and emergency referrals. The role involves supervising junior doctors, coordinating investigations and treatment plans, and working closely with oncology, transfusion, and laboratory teams. This position is ideal for experienced registrars seeking flexible locum work in a busy Irish haematology service.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the assessment and management of patients with anaemia, thrombocytopenia, neutropenia, bleeding disorders, thrombosis, leukaemias, lymphomas, myeloma, and other haematological conditions.
• Review and interpret full blood counts, coagulation profiles, haematinics, blood films, and relevant pathology results.
• Manage inpatient and outpatient haematology reviews, including chemotherapy support and transfusion-related care.
• Support patients receiving active treatment for haematological malignancies and those undergoing bone marrow or diagnostic investigations.
• Supervise and support SHOs and junior medical staff in ward, day-unit, and on-call settings.
• Participate in ward rounds, multidisciplinary meetings, and oncology/haematology case discussions.
• Ensure accurate documentation, including progress notes, admission notes, and discharge summaries.
• Escalate unstable patients, abnormal results, or treatment complications promptly to consultant staff.
• Work collaboratively with nursing, pharmacy, laboratory, oncology, and transfusion teams.
• Uphold transfusion safety, infection control, and clinical governance standards.

Requirements

• Medical degree recognised by the Irish Medical Council.
• IMC registration at registrar level or equivalent NCHD grade.
• Previous experience in haematology, oncology, internal medicine, or a related acute specialty.
• Strong knowledge of common blood disorders, chemotherapy support, and transfusion medicine.
• Eligibility to work in Ireland (e.g., Irish/UK/EU passport or Stamp 4).
• Excellent communication, documentation, and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced tertiary‑care environment.

Skills and Competencies

• Sound clinical judgment and prioritisation skills.
• Confidence in managing acutely unwell and immunocompromised patients.
• Leadership and supervisory ability with junior staff.
• Professional, adaptable, and reliable approach to locum work.
• Strong collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.
• Commitment to patient safety, confidentiality, and continuous learning.

Working Conditions

• Shift‑based rota including days, evenings, nights, weekends, and on‑call duties depending on hospital service.
• Busy haematology unit with exposure to inpatient wards, day‑treatment areas, outpatient clinics, and transfusion services.
• May involve short‑notice cover or fixed‑term locum support.

Remuneration and Benefits

• Competitive locum remuneration, depending on experience and hospital.
• Flexible scheduling and opportunities for contract extension.
• Chance to gain experience in malignant haematology, transfusion medicine, and specialist blood‑disorder care.