Consultant Clinical Oncologist

NEP cloud; Wales; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) in North Wales invites applications for a Consultant in Clinical Oncology with a subspecialty interest in Breast Malignancies. The post collaborates across the Clinical Division to deliver an integrated oncology service and to support teaching and staff training, with opportunities for research through Bangor University and Wrexham University.

The role requires flexible participation in ongoing service evolution, MDT involvement, and potential

Qualifications

• Full GMC Specialist Registration in Clinical Oncology or due to obtain CCT within 6 months of interview date.
• Portfolio Pathway (CESR) applicants must have GMC Specialist Registration at the point of application
• MB ChB or equivalent
• MRCP or equivalent
• FRCR or equivalent
• Higher Degree

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist oncological services with reference to common cancers and subspecialties.
• Work with consultant colleagues to ensure seamless cancer care.
• Collaborate with other divisions to support patient pathways across the journey.
• Develop site specialist and research interest; participate in national/international studies.
• Engage in audit, teaching, and continuing medical education (CME).

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Teaching ability

Research interest

CME participation

Team leadership

Adaptability

Communication

Education

MB ChB or equivalent

MRCP or equivalent

FRCR or equivalent

Higher Degree

GMC Specialist Registration in Clinical Oncology or CCT within 6 months

Tools

IT skills

Job description

If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and ‘Proud to Lead’ competence framework.

The organisation is currently undertaking a comprehensive operating model review and change programme to ensure we are best positioned for the future, creating exciting opportunities to shape how we work and deliver for the people of North Wales.

Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the “Disability Confident Employer” scheme. We also offer a number of family-friendly benefits, including work-life balance policies.

Job overview

Consultant in Clinical Oncology with interest in Breast Malignancies

The successful candidate will be expected to work collaboratively with colleagues to support the day-to-day management of the Clinical Division and contribute to the development of the service in line with the Health Board's strategic direction. The post holder will have a subspecialty interest in Breast Malignancies, and an interest in teaching and staff training would be advantageous. Opportunities for research and teaching are available through the department's established links with Bangor University and Wrexham University.

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.

Main duties of the job

• 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.
• To work closely with clinical consultant colleagues and to provide seamless cancer care for all patients.
• 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.
• To liaise with colleagues in Oncology, Haematology and Palliative Care to provide inpatient cover for oncology patients.
• To develop a site specialist and research interest. This will include developing clinical research and entering patients into appropriate national and international studies.
• To develop and participate in collaborative initiatives, having a high regard for clinical effectiveness and to the practice of evidence-based medicine.
• To participate in audit and teaching and to have responsibility for ensuring active participation in continuing medical education (CME).

Working for our organisation

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.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

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

Person specification

Qualifications

• Full GMC Specialist Registration in Clinical Oncology or due to obtain CCT within 6 months of interview date. Portfolio Pathway (formerly known as CESR) applicants must have GMC Specialist Registration at the point of application
• MB ChB or equivalent
• MRCP or equivalent
• FRCR or equivalent
• Higher Degree

Experience

• Appropriate experience in training grade posts at SpR/SR level
• Equivalent training accepted by Royal College of Physicians / GMC for Specialist Registrar
• Experience in teaching, clinical audit

Skills and Knowledge

• 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
• Ability to educate and train resident doctors
• Directing and teaching medical, nursing and other professions allied to medicine
• Participating in and leading multidisciplinary teams
• Good IT skills and Computer skills

Research

• Published research
• Actively encourages research with resident doctors and other staff

Additional Requirements

• Commitment to personal development and medical education
• Aligns own values with those of the Health Board
• Ability to travel between sites in a timely manner
• Welsh Speaker or willingness to learn Welsh

To work in the UK, all candidates who are not UK or Republic of Ireland (RoI) nationals require sponsorship to obtain either a Health and Care visa or Skilled Worker visa , unless you have permission to work via another route. Non UK / RoI candidates wishing to apply should self-assess the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship by visiting Work in the UK . If you are eligible for the Health and Care visa, application costs are lower and you do not need to pay the annual Immigration Health Surcharge.

Employer certification / accreditation badges

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.