Resident Doctor Haematology/Oncology
Listed on 2026-02-28
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Doctor/Physician
Internal Medicine Physician, Medical Doctor
Exceptional exposure. Complex case mix. World-leading consultants.
HCA Healthcare UK at University College Hospital is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Resident Doctor to join our Haematology & Oncology service, with a particular focus on our JACIE-accredited Stem Cell Transplant Unit (SCTU). This role is ideal for post-MRCP clinicians looking to consolidate their acute medical expertise and gain high-quality experience in a world-class private healthcare setting before progressing into specialty training.
Mainduties of the job
As a Resident Doctor with HCA UK, you will work independently within your competency, delivering high-quality medical care to a broad range of haematology and oncology inpatients with both acute and complex long-term conditions. Under the supervision of the Consultant in Charge or a leading UCLH Professor, you will:
Provide day-to-day inpatient medical management, including clerking planned and unplanned admissions, undertaking daily ward rounds, and leading routine clinical reviews.
Manage acutely unwell patients, respond to medical emergencies, and contribute to end-of-life care as required.
About usWhy HCA UK?
Originally founded over 50 years ago by Dr Thomas Frist, HCA has grown to become one of the worlds leading healthcare providers. In the UK, we are one of the largest providers of privately funded healthcare and have invested over £500 million in the latest treatments, technology, techniques, medications, and facilities.
As part of a large, established multisite healthcare group, we offer unrivalled opportunities for career progression through internal and external courses, alongside working conditions that prioritise both mental and physical wellbeing.
We believe that by caring for our employees, we empower them to provide exceptional care for our patients. Thats why we offer a host of flexible benefits that reflect the invaluable contribution our colleagues make every day.
For 40-hour full-time contracts, 264 hours of annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays), increasing with service, with the option to buy or sell leave. Pro-rata for part-time contracts.
Private healthcare insurance for treatment at our leading hospitals.
Private pension contributions, increasing with length of service.
Season Ticket Loan and Cycle to Work scheme.
Group Life Assurance from day one.
Critical illness cover.
Enhanced maternity and paternity pay.
Corporate staff discounts across all facilities, including maternity packages at The Portland.
A comprehensive range of flexible health, protection, and lifestyle benefits.
Paid indemnity.
Job responsibilitiesResident Doctor Haematology/Oncology.
Location: London, HCA Healthcare UK (Private Healthcare) at University College Hospital
Hours: Full or Part Time Hours available.
Shifts:Days: 10 hours. Nights: 14.5 hours
The 4-week rota will include a fair and flexible mix of day and night shifts, including weekdays and weekends.
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: £74000 and upwards depending on experience.
Benefits: Full details below. This includes paid indemnity, paid study leave, private medical insurance, and a wide range of free financial and wellbeing support.
What you will do
As a Resident Doctor with HCA UK, you will work independently within your competency, delivering high-quality medical care to a broad range of haematology and oncology inpatients with both acute and complex long-term conditions. Under the supervision of the Consultant in Charge or a leading UCLH Professor, you will:
Provide day-to-day inpatient medical management, including clerking planned and unplanned admissions, undertaking daily ward rounds, and leading routine clinical reviews.
Manage acutely unwell patients, respond to medical emergencies, and contribute to end-of-life care as required.
Support continuity of care across both inpatient and outpatient pathways in partnership with our established multidisciplinary team.
This role offers an exceptional breadth of exposure rarely available outside major teaching centres:
Stem cell transplant expertise within a highly specialised JACIE-accredited SCTU, managing autologous and allogeneic transplant patients.
Hands-on experience with novel and advanced therapies, including CAR-T, bispecific antibodies, and tumour-infiltrating lymphocyte (TIL) therapies.
Regularly rostered time in our Haematology Day Unit, gaining exposure to chemotherapy delivery, supportive care, and outpatient haematology management.
Direct, close working relationships with internationally recognised Haematology and Oncology Consultants and Professors.
A supportive clinical environment with dedicated HCA-employed Resident Doctors and clear clinical governance structures.
What You Will Bring
GMC Registration and License to Practice in the UK
Completed Foundation Years training and additionally at minimum IMT-2 or Core Medical Train (CM2) / equivalent experience.
At least 1 year's experience in Haematology/Oncology.
Full MRCP required.
Confidence in managing acutely unwell patients and complex…
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