Consultant in Clinical Oncology - Breast

The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust; London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cancer treatment center in London seeks a Clinical Oncologist to join their Breast Cancer Unit. As an integral part of a multidisciplinary team, you will provide expert medical advice and contribute to pioneering research in oncology. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills and experience in clinical oncology management, with a commitment to personal and professional development.

Qualifications

• Eligible for full GMC registration.
• Broad-based experience in radiotherapy.
• Interest in clinical research.

Responsibilities

• Provide medical and clinical oncology advice.
• Support the multidisciplinary care team.
• Participate in Peer Review preparation.

Skills

Clinical oncology management of breast cancer

Effective communication

Collaborative working relationships

Approachability

Education

CCT in Clinical Oncology or equivalent

MRCP and FRCR or equivalent

Higher Research Degree

Job description

Job summary

The Breast Cancer Unit is the largest clinical unit at The Royal Marsden, delivering the full range of diagnostic and treatment services at the Chelsea and Sutton sites and an oncology service at Kingston Hospital. Referrals are received to the unit in a variety of ways including directly from GPs through our Rapid Diagnostic and Assessment Centre (RDAC), from local screening services and from other centres and hospitals requesting second opinions and transfers of care. The Breast Unit aims to deliver the latest high-quality treatment for all stages of breast cancer, and to be at the forefront of international research into the development of new treatments.The unit has a large portfolio of clinical trials and an international reputation for clinical breast cancer research including in particular targeted new drug development and innovative radiotherapy techniques. Close links with The Institute of Cancer Research (ICR) are well established with a number of joint appointments between the two organisations leading to the Breast Unit being at the forefront of translational research. The Ralph Lauren Centre for Breast Cancer Research incorporates pioneering research, drawing upon new technological advances to allow much more rapid and in-depth analysis of our patients' disease. The centre has a particular focus on identifying molecular differences between tumours leading to optimal treatment of individual breast cancer patients.

Please note, applicants are required to include a brief summary of their planned research to their personal statement as part of their application.

Main duties of the job

o To provide advice on medical and clinical oncology aspects of treatment and care for colleagues in other specialties within The Royal Marsden.o To attend the unit specific MDTs.o To participate in and support the multidisciplinary care team which includes Medical Oncologists, Clinical Oncologists, Surgeons, the relevant team, Specialist Nursing Staff, Therapists, Dietician, Social worker, Palliative Care and Counselling for patients and families.o The post holder will be expected to participate fully in Peer Review preparation and visits, and Peer Review required Audits.o The post holder will contribute to the development of the departmental objectives and business plan and would manage resources within the approved plan. The consultant would be part of the Cancer Services Division and would be accountable to the Divisional Medical Director.o The post holder will be expected to play an active part in the management and administration of the clinical service.o The post holder will be expected to work closely with consultant colleagues in other oncology services in South West London and RM Partners and participate in related meetings.o To work within the department to seek ways of improving the efficiency of the service without sacrificing quality.o To contribute to the risk management of the department and contribute the development and maintenance of best clinical practice through Clinical Governance.

About us

The Royal Marsden is a world leader in cancer research, treatment and education. Together with our academic partner, The Institute of Cancer Research (ICR), we are the largest comprehensive cancer centre in Europe and the only National Institute of Health Research (NIHR) Biomedical Research Centre specialising in cancer in the UK.

Our mission is to continue to make a national and international contribution to cancer research and treatment, so that more people are cured and quality of life is improved for those with cancer. The Royal Marsden therefore plays an important role in championing change and improvement in cancer care through research and innovation, education and leading-edge treatment.

The Trust's annual budget is £360 million and we employ over 3,500 staff, including 335 medical staff, across two sites located in Chelsea and Sutton (Surrey). Over 50,000 patients attend The Royal Marsden each year. We provide community services across the Borough of Sutton. We have a Chemotherapy Medical Daycare Unit at Kingston Hospital.

We have a reputation for delivering high quality performance. We were ranked joint first in the CQC national inpatient survey results, above average in national cancer patient experience survey and ranked first amongst teaching hospitals in the UK for our staff survey results.

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information and duties for this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification.

Job description
Job responsibilities

For further information and duties for this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Eligible for full GMC registration
• CCT in Clinical Oncology or equivalent
• MRCP and FRCR or equivalent

Desirable

• Higher Research Degree

Experience

Essential

• A broad-based experience in radiotherapy
• A relevant interest in clinical research

Desirable

• Experience in advanced radiotherapy techniques for breast tumours
• Evidence of scientific publications in clinical oncology
• A relevant interest in medical education

Skills, Abilities and Knowledge

Essential

• A manifest interest in the clinical and medical oncology management of breast cancer

Desirable

• Interest and experience in service development and improvement
• Management training and experience in medical audit

Personal qualities

Essential

• Approachability
• Team player
• Enthusiasm
• Effective communication
• Committed to personal and professional development
• Experience in developing effective and collaborative working relationships

Person Specification
Qualifications

Essential

• Eligible for full GMC registration
• CCT in Clinical Oncology or equivalent
• MRCP and FRCR or equivalent

Desirable

• Higher Research Degree

Experience

Essential

• A broad-based experience in radiotherapy
• A relevant interest in clinical research

Desirable

• Experience in advanced radiotherapy techniques for breast tumours
• Evidence of scientific publications in clinical oncology
• A relevant interest in medical education

Skills, Abilities and Knowledge

Essential

• A manifest interest in the clinical and medical oncology management of breast cancer

Desirable

• Interest and experience in service development and improvement
• Management training and experience in medical audit

Personal qualities

Essential

• Approachability
• Team player
• Enthusiasm
• Effective communication
• Committed to personal and professional development
• Experience in developing effective and collaborative working relationships

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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 (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship

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. For further information visit the .

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. .
UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see

Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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 (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship

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. For further information visit the .

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. .
UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see

Employer details

Employer name

The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust
Address

The Royal Marsden Hospital Chelsea

London

SW3 6JJ

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