Job summary
- Main area
- Oncology
- Grade
- NHS Medical & Dental: Consultant
- Contract
- Fixed term: 12 months
- Hours
- Part time - 10 sessions per week
- Job ref
- 279-MWFTCONONCUROLUGI-300A
- Employer
- 279 University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Royal Sussex County Hospital
- Town
- Brighton
- Salary
- £99,532 - £131,964 per annum
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 09/07/2024 23:59
Employer heading
Fixed Term Consulant Oncology Urology UGI
NHS Medical & Dental: Consultant
Job overview
Applications are invited for the above post of Fixed Term Consultant Clinical Oncologist with an interest in uro-oncology and upper GI cancers based at the Sussex Cancer Centre at the Royal Sussex County Hospital in Brighton but with sessions throughout the University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust for a fixed term period 1 year.
The “Sussex Cancer Centre Oncology Service” is a team of oncologists who are employed through University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust working across the county providing clinical and medical oncology care to the population of Sussex. This includes provision of non-surgical cancer treatments across 5 hospital locations - Brighton, Haywards Heath, Worthing, Hastings, Eastbourne, and acute service support in Chichester.
The new appointee will work alongside colleagues in the Urology and Upper Gi site reference groups which comprises of a mutliprofessional team including clinical oncologists, medical oncologists, pharmacists, clinical nurse specialists and cancer support workers.
The appointee will have an On Call Commitment at the Royal Sussex County Hospital on a >1:9 rota (currently 1:17).
Main duties of the job
The appointee will join the team of 30 Clinical/medical consultant oncologists who works across Sussex (Worthing, Brighton, Haywards Heath, Eastbourne and Hastings) in delivering a comprehensive oncology service for patients from across the Trust. Key duties will include regular outpatient clinics, MDM attendance, Radiotherapy planning, SACT prescribing and oversight, clinical supervision of non-medical staff, clinical governance, service developments, ward reviews and on call. It is anticipated that the post holder will look to take on leadership/development roles within the division and will be supported to do so. It is also anticipated that the will take an active role in education for trainees at all grades.
The appointee will contribute to teaching and supervision of medical students, junior medical staff and AHP/nurses.
Applicants are encouraged to take part in Audit and support junior team members in their Audit projects. There are opportunities for clinical cancer research and will be supported by a divisional lead for research.
We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Fixed Term Consultant Clinical Oncologist with an interest in uro-oncology and upper GI cancers
Working for our organisation
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First, 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 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We’re here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our Wellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.
As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.
We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
See job description and person specification
Learning and Development· Attend mandatory training updates as required. · Undertake training as necessary in line with the development of the post and as agreed with the line manager as part of the personal development process. · Actively participate in job planning and attend a divisional job planning review · Achieve and demonstrate agreed standards of personal and professional development within agreed timescales. · Identify own learning needs and jointly plan training requirements with your line manager · Participate in the Trust’s appraisal process to discuss how your role will help deliver the best possible care to our patients and help to deliver any changes in service. |
Person specification
Experience & Qualifications
Essential criteria
- • Basic medical degree
- • MB BS, FRCR or appropriate specialist qualification
- • Full GMC Registration with a licence to practice
- • CCT in clinical oncology or equivalent • CCT in clinical oncology or equivalent (equivalence must be confirmed by GMC by date of AAC)
- • Entry onto the GMC Specialist Register or eligibility for entry within 6 months of the date of the AAC
Desirable criteria
- Higher degree
Clinical Skills & Experience
Essential criteria
- • Evidence of training in broad spectrum of clinical oncology tumour sites
- • Interest and training suitable for a CNS cancer Clinical oncology post
Knowledge
Desirable criteria
- • Breadth of experience in and outside specialty
Organisation Planning
Essential criteria
- • Experience and ability to work in multi-professional teams
- • Understanding of: NHS / Clinical governance / Resource constraints
Desirable criteria
- • Evidence of managerial skills: Achievements / Course attended
Teaching Skills
Essential criteria
- • Evidence of an interest and commitment to teaching
- • Evidence of participation in audit
Desirable criteria
- Research experience
- Publications
- Prizes and honours
Career Progression & Personal Attributes
Essential criteria
- • Appropriate progression of career to date
Desirable criteria
- • Evidence of:- Good communication skills both oral and written
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Anna Olsson-Brown
- Job title
- Clinical Director
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 01273 696955
- Additional information
Applicants are invited to visit the hospital or to phone via hospital switchboard on 01273 696955 for informal discussion by arrangement with:
Dr Anna Olsson-Brown: [email protected]
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