Locum Haematology  SHO

Job Overview

The Locum Haematology SHO supports the haematology team in the assessment, investigation, and management of patients with haematological and oncological conditions, including anaemia, coagulation disorders, leukaemias, lymphomas, and transfusion‑related issues. The role involves close collaboration with consultants, registrars, oncology teams, and laboratory staff to deliver safe and protocol‑driven blood‑disease care. This position is ideal for doctors seeking flexible locum work while gaining experience in haematology and haematological‑malignancy services.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the clerking and ongoing care of inpatients and outpatients with benign and malignant haematological conditions, including anaemia, bleeding disorders, clotting disorders, and myeloid/lymphoid malignancies.
• Support the management of patients undergoing chemotherapy, targeted therapy, and stem‑cell transplantation where available.
• Participate in ward rounds, consultant visits, and haematology/oncology multidisciplinary meetings.
• Order and review basic haematological and serological investigations, including FBC, coagulation profiles, haematinics, and review of pathology and bone‑marrow reports under supervision.
• Assist in the supervision of transfusion medicine aspects, including blood‑bank liaison, transfusion orders, and documentation of transfusion episodes.
• Maintain accurate documentation, including admission notes, treatment‑documentation charts, and discharge summaries.
• Escalate deteriorating patients or abnormal results promptly to senior haematology staff.
• Work closely with multidisciplinary teams, including nursing, oncology pharmacy, microbiology, and laboratory services.
• Uphold infection‑control, patient‑safety, and transfusion‑safety standards in line with national and HSE/Hiqa guidelines.

Requirements

• Medical degree recognised by the Irish Medical Council.
• IMC registration or eligibility for registration at SHO/NCHD level.
• Previous experience in internal/general medicine, oncology, or haematology‑related rotations is highly desirable.
• Basic understanding of haematological conditions, transfusion principles, and cancer supportive care.
• Strong communication and documentation skills.
• Eligibility to work in Ireland (e.g., Irish/UK/EU passport or Stamp 4).

Skills and Competencies

• Sound clinical judgment and ability to manage complex blood‑disease and transfusion‑related issues.
• Comfort working in a fast‑paced oncology/haematology environment.
• Ability to manage multiple patients and respond to emergencies.
• Professional, adaptable, and reliable approach to locum work.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.

Working Conditions

• Shift‑based or structured rota, which may include days, evenings, and on‑call duties depending on the hospital.
• Haematology/oncology wards, day‑assessment units, and outpatient haematology clinics.
• Exposure to haematological malignancy treatment, chemotherapy administration, and transfusion services.

Remuneration and Benefits

• Competitive locum or SHO‑salary remuneration, depending on the hospital and experience.
• Flexible working arrangements and opportunities for contract extension.
• Opportunity to gain experience in benign haematology, haematological malignancy, and transfusion‑medicine services.