Consultant Medical Oncologist

Job summary

Consultant in Medical Oncologywith interest in Melanoma, Germ Cell Malignancies & Acute Oncology

The post holder will have subspecialty interests in melanoma, germ cell malignancies and acute oncology. An interest in teaching and staff training would be an advantage. Opportunities exist for research and/or teaching, with established links with Bangor and Wrexham Universities.

The successful candidate will be expected to participate fully in the consultant-led integrated specialist oncology service across North Wales. A flexible approach will be required as the service continues to evolve and further modernise, as additional new and replacement consultant appointments are made.

Tumor sub-sites which will be included in a negotiated Job Plan to include melanoma, germ cell malignancies and acute oncology.

Main duties of the job

Key tasks: o To provide specialist oncological services to the population served with special reference to the common cancers and agreed appropriate oncology subspecialties and to be an active participant in each of these multidisciplinary teams.o To work closely with clinical consultant colleagues and to provide seamless cancer care for all patients.o To work closely with colleagues in other Divisions to assist in providing an efficient service for patients transferring between the different disciplines and during the patient journey.o To liaise with colleagues in Oncology, Haematology and Palliative Care to provide inpatient cover for oncology patients.

o To develop a site specialist and research interest. This will include developing clinical research and entering patients into appropriate national and international studies.o To develop and participate in collaborative initiatives, having a high regard for clinical effectiveness and to the practice of evidence-based medicine.o To participate in audit and teaching and to have responsibility for ensuring active participation in continuing medical education (CME).

About us

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) is Wales's largest health organisation, with a budget of over £2.4 billion and a workforce of over 20,000 staff.

BCUHB provides a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and specialist hospital services for the population of North Wales, across 3 acute hospitals and a network of community hospitals, health centres, clinics, and mental health units. It also co-ordinates or provides the work of GP practices and NHS services provided by dentists, opticians, and pharmacists across the region.

The Health Board is an integrated health system that strives for excellent, compassionate care delivered in partnership with the public sector and other statutory and third sector organisations.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Candidates are encouraged to refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further information.

If you are ready to make a significant impact on the future of healthcare in North Wales and possess the skills and experience required for this role, we invite you to apply.

Informal conversations are encouraged prior to applying.

Person Specification

Qualifications / Clinical Skills

Essential

• Full GMC Specialist Registration in Anaesthetics or due to obtain CCT within 6 months of interview date. CESR applicants must have GMC Specialist Registration at the point of application
• MB ChB or equivalent
• MRCP or equivalent

Desirable

• Higher Degree
• Leadership experience
• Clinical Governance experience

Special Knowledge / Abilities / and / or experience

Essential

• Appropriate experience in training grade posts at SpR/SR level
• Equivalent training accepted by Royal College / GMC for Specialist Registrar
• Computer skills and Good IT skills

Personal Skills / Qualities

Essential

• Demonstrates good interpersonal skills with patients, relatives and members of the clinical team
• Ability to gain confidence and trust
• Ability to cope with pressure
• Ability to respond to change
• Experience in teaching, clinical audit
• Excellent communication skills

Desirable

• Leadership skills appropriate to: oDirecting and teaching medical, nursing and other professions allied to medicine
• Participating in and leading multidisciplinary teams

Research

Essential

• Published research
• Actively encourages research with junior and other staff

Desirable

• Research degree

Additional Requirements

Essential

• Commitment to personal development and medical education
• DBS disclosure at an enhanced level
• Ability to educate and train junior medical staff

Desirable

• Ability to travel between sites in a timely manner

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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 visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board

Address

Glan Clwyd Hospital

Rhuddlan Road,

Rhyl

LL18 5UJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://bcuhb.nhs.wales/train-work-live/ (Opens in a new tab)