Oncology Consultant - Urology and Breast in Somerset, Taunton

We are seeking a Consultant Clinical Oncologist with a specialist interest in Colorectal and Breast to join our dynamic and progressive team at Somerset NHS Foundation Trust. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a well-established oncology service supported by dedicated clinical nurse specialists, an active clinical trials portfolio and regional collaboration.

We provide Clinical and Medical Oncology inpatient and outpatient services, as well as radiotherapy and systemic anti-cancer therapy to all common tumour sites. The Beacon Centre and St Margaret's Hospice provide cancer care to the population of Somerset of approximately 560,000. They have received a number of accolades for the high-quality care delivered, including CHKS ISO 9001 accreditation, Macmillan Quality Environment Mark score of 5 on all principles, Investors in People Gold and Customer Service Excellence A+++ award.

Our Yeovil Hospital site received a £15 million investment to develop part of the site and reduce waiting times. The first part of the development plans will see the main theatre have a significant refurbishment and a £5 million investment into an additional new Day Surgery Unit and modular Outpatient Unit. Our Musgrove Park site has opened a new Surgical Centre. We have a well-established programme of improvement work supporting the effective and efficient management of outpatient services. This includes opportunities for running outpatient clinics in a range of community hospitals across the county.

Main duties of the job include:

• Responsible for patients with Urology and Breast cancer
• Participate in multidisciplinary meetings and contribute to service development
• Work closely with the Urology team, Breast Team and CNS teams
• Contribute to the Acute Haematology Oncology Service and teaching/supervision of junior doctors
• Engage in clinical research and trials
• Participate in an approx 1:12 on-call rota (weekends and evenings)

Working Pattern - Monday - Friday. Relocation - Flight and Visa only (if required). Applications welcome from specialist grades who have worked at locum consultant level and looking to be a consultant and must have FRCR.

Person Specification:

• Qualifications: Full GMC registration with license to practice; Specialist Registration status with GMC CCT in Clinical Oncology (or within 6 months at interview) or post FRCR part 2 and completing the portfolio pathway.
• Experience: Ability to work independently and within a multidisciplinary team; Experience in Urology, Breast, Radiotherapy and systemic anti-cancer therapy; Active participation in clinical research and trials; Experience of e-prescribing systems; Involvement in teaching and training at undergraduate/postgraduate levels.
• Additional Criteria: Commitment to clinical excellence and governance; Driving license or ability to travel between sites.

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 to check for any previous criminal convictions.

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.

Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London. The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it’s a great place to build both your career and your future.