Oncology Specialty Doctor in Taunton

Job summaryOur 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 ( job planned), 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.Target Start date: January 2027Main duties of the jobKey ResponsibilitiesResponsible for patients with cancer within your site specific teamParticipate in multidisciplinary meetings and contribute to service developmentContribute to the Acute Haematology Oncology Service and teaching/supervision of junior doctorsEngage in clinical research and trialsAbout usAt 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 lifeNHS pension scheme for long-term financial securityGenerous annual leave allowance to recharge and relaxA strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potentialAdditionally, 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.Why Somerset? 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.Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.DetailsDate posted06 October 2026Pay schemeHospital medical and dental staffGradeSpecialty DoctorSalary
63,696 to 102,689 a year
Salary based on working 10PA's
ContractPermanentWorking pattern

Full-time,

Flexible working

Reference number184-OL-MED-SURG-6037Job locationsMusgrove Park HospitalMusgrove RoadTauntonSomersetTA1 5DAUnited KingdomSt Margaret HospiceLittle Tarrat LnYeovilSomersetBA20 2HUUnited KingdomJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesPlease refer to the attached Job Description for more information relating to this job, including the full persons specification.
Job description
Job responsibilitiesPlease refer to the attached Job Description for more information relating to this job, including the full persons specification.Person Specification
Qualifications
EssentialMBBSFull GMC registration with licence to practiceDesirableHigher medical degreeDiploma in OncologySpecialist Registration (GMC) with CCT in Clinical Oncology (or within 6 months of interview), or post-FRCR Part 2 and progressing via the Portfolio Pathway
Experience
EssentialMinimum four years' postgraduate clinical experience, including at least two years in OncologyExperience of palliative medicine, including care of patients with non-cancer conditionsAbility to provide expert clinical opinion across a range of oncology presentationsUnderstanding of clinical governance, risk management and quality assurance, particularly within oncology servicesDesirableExperience in Radiotherapy and Systemic Anti-Cancer Therapy (SACT)Experience of electronic prescribing systemsManagement training and experience
Additional Criteria
EssentialAbility to prioritise and manage a varied workload effectivelyExperience of supervising Doctors in TrainingKnowledge of research ethics and clinical research methodologyActive participation in clinical research and clinical trialsA full driving licence that permits you to drive in the UKWilling to travel independently between sites as required by the serviceDesirableExperience in organising, leading or participating in clinical audit activitiesExperience teaching undergraduate medical studentsDiploma in Medical Education or equivalent qualificationGood Clinical Practice (GCP) training
Person Specification

Qualifications
EssentialMBBSFull GMC registration with licence to practiceDesirableHigher medical degreeDiploma in OncologySpecialist Registration (GMC) with CCT in Clinical Oncology (or within 6 months of interview), or post-FRCR Part 2 and progressing via the Portfolio Pathway
Experience
EssentialMinimum four years' postgraduate clinical experience, including at least two years in OncologyExperience of palliative medicine, including care of patients with non-cancer conditionsAbility to provide expert clinical opinion across a range of oncology presentationsUnderstanding of clinical governance, risk management and quality assurance, particularly within oncology servicesDesirableExperience in Radiotherapy and Systemic Anti-Cancer Therapy (SACT)Experience of electronic prescribing systemsManagement training and experience
Additional Criteria
EssentialAbility to prioritise and manage a varied workload effectivelyExperience of supervising Doctors in TrainingKnowledge of research ethics and clinical research methodologyActive participation in clinical research and clinical trialsA full driving licence that permits you to drive in the UKWilling to travel independently between sites as required by the serviceDesirableExperience in organising, leading or participating in clinical audit activitiesExperience teaching undergraduate medical studentsDiploma in Medical Education or equivalent qualificationGood Clinical Practice (GCP) trainingDisclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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 SponsorshipApplications 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
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Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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 SponsorshipApplications 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 detailsEmployer nameSomerset NHS Foundation TrustAddressMusgrove Park HospitalMusgrove RoadTauntonSomersetTA1 5DAUnited KingdomEmployer's websiteEmployer detailsEmployer nameSomerset NHS Foundation TrustAddressMusgrove Park HospitalMusgrove RoadTauntonSomersetTA1 5DAUnited KingdomEmployer's website