At a Glance
- Tasks: Join a dynamic team to provide top-notch oncology care for Urology and Breast patients.
- Company: Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, known for its innovative and supportive work environment.
- Benefits: Flexible working, generous leave, NHS pension, and exclusive discounts with the Blue Light Card.
- Other info: Enjoy the beautiful Somerset countryside and vibrant city life nearby.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in cancer care while advancing your career in a supportive setting.
- Qualifications: GMC registration and experience in Urology and Breast oncology required.
The predicted salary is between 113565 - 150569 £ per year.
We are seeking a Consultant Clinical Oncologist with a specialist interest in Urology 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.
Our Oncology Department provides high-quality inpatient and outpatient services across two hospital sites -- the Beacon Centre at Musgrove Park Hospital and Yeovil St Margaret's Hospice, supported by Yeovil Haematology and Oncology Day Unit. Applicants must be prepared to work at both sites. The service includes systemic anti-cancer therapies, radiotherapy (with x 3 LINACS) and an active SABR programme. The department is recognised for innovation, teaching and its outstanding pre-clinic huddle model, enabling collaborative planning and patient-centred care.
The team includes 13 Consultants and 3 Specialists, supported by clinical fellows, specialty doctors and resident doctors in training, alongside experienced cancer nurse specialists, consultant radiographers and consultant pharmacists. We have a dedicated immunotherapy and acute oncology team and a late effects radiotherapy team. Facilities include on our 3 linear accelerators, VMAT, SABR and AI auto contouring. We have an extremely active Clinical Trials team and run selected Phase 2 and Phase 3 trials with opportunities to be PI or associate PI.
At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:
- Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
- NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
- Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
- A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential
Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.
We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.
Job responsibilities 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
Applications welcome from specialist grades who have worked at locum consultant level and looking to be a consultant and must have FRCR.
Essential qualifications include full GMC registration with license to practice and 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 required includes the ability to work independently and within a multidisciplinary team, and experience in Urology, Breast, Radiotherapy and systemic anti-cancer therapy.
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.
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