Consultant in Medical Oncology (Lung and Gynae Cancers)

Job summary

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.

Please see below for detailed job description of the role.

Main duties of the job

The role is an exciting opportunity for a medical oncologist with an interest and experience in lung and gynaecological cancers to join an innovative and dynamic team of consultants, specialty doctors and advanced nurse practitioners in the Medical Oncology Service at University Hospital Southampton (UHS) and Isle of Wight (IoW).

About us

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. UHS is rated 'Good' by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care.

All non-clinical roles may involve a mixture of on site and remote working, Specific details and flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.

Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.

Job description
Job responsibilities
Responsibilities

WHAT YOULL DO:

The principal duties of these posts will be to:

Be a member of the GI and HPB MDTs

Participate in the management of GI and HPB patients

Attend the GI and HPB MDT meetings

Share the GI and HPB patient referrals

Support the Patient Triggered Follow Up (PTFU) pathway

Provide medical oncology expertise to the GI and HPB services

Plan and supervise chemo/immunotherapy

Conduct on treatment review clinics

Supervise care of inpatients providing cross-cover for annual leave for other GI and HPB Consultants at UHS.

Engage in peer review meetings

Participate in the recruitment and running of clinical trials

As a University Hospital:

All consultants are expected to actively participate in teaching and training of junior medical and nursing staff and allied health professionals

All consultants are expected to clinically supervise junior medical staff

Involvement in educational supervision is expected, subject to General Medical Council requirements

Active involvement in co-ordinating education and training within the department is also encouraged

WHAT WERE LOOKING FOR

We are looking for dynamic individuals who are keen to work with the team to develop the GI and HPB oncology services to provide world class care to our patients.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Individuals wishing to apply must be registered with the General Medical Council (GMC).

The successful candidate will be employed under the terms and conditions of service for Consultants (England) 2003.

Interviews will be held on TBC

Job Reference: MT1225 - This vacancy closes on or before: 15th August 2024

To apply for this post, please click the Apply button.

The closing date is 15th August 2024.

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