Consultant in Medical Oncology with Clinical Lead Responsibilities

London North West University Healthcare NHS Trust; Harrow; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare institution seeks a Consultant in Medical Oncology with Clinical Lead responsibilities to provide high-quality care at Northwick Park Hospital. The role includes significant leadership responsibilities and opportunities to focus on special interests in oncology. The successful candidate will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to implement the Trust's Cancer Strategy while supporting junior staff and ensuring compliance with clinical standards. Ideal for those passionate about strategic leadership in oncology care.

Benefits

Flexible job planning

Opportunities for mentorship and academic involvement

Qualifications

• Full GMC registration with a licence to practise.
• On the GMC Specialist Register for Medical Oncology or within 6 months of CCT at the time of interview.
• Broad-based training in Medical Oncology.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, patient-centred care across oncology services.
• Lead and support the delivery of the Trust's Cancer Strategy.
• Undertake Clinical Lead responsibilities including service development.

Skills

Patient-centered care

Clinical leadership

Oncology expertise

Strategic planning

Education

MRCP (or equivalent)

MD, PhD, or equivalent higher degree

Job description

Go back London North West University Healthcare NHS Trust

Consultant in Medical Oncology with Clinical Lead Responsibilities

The closing date is 18 January 2026

This JD has been approved by the RC of Physicians

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Consultant in Medical Oncology with Clinical Lead Responsibilities to join our dynamic and forward-thinking team at London North West University Healthcare NHS Trust, based primarily at Northwick Park Hospital. This is a substantive, full-time post with 10 Programmed Activities (PAs), including 2 PAs for Clinical Lead responsibilities (2-year tenure, subject to continuation as directed by the Medical Directors).

The successful candidate will provide high-quality, patient-centred care across a range of oncology services and will have the opportunity to develop a special interest in any tumour site.

As Clinical Lead, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the strategic direction of oncology services, working closely with the Care Group Clinical Director, General Manager, and multidisciplinary teams to deliver the Trust's ambitious Cancer Strategy.

You will join a well-established, collaborative department delivering outpatient chemotherapy, acute oncology, and palliative care across multiple sites. The Trust is committed to innovation, research, and continuous improvement, with strong links to Mount Vernon Cancer Centre, Imperial College Healthcare, and RM Partners Cancer Alliance.

This is an exciting opportunity for a consultant who is passionate about clinical leadership, service development, and delivering outstanding cancer care to a diverse population.

Main duties of the job

As Clinical Lead Consultant in Medical Oncology, you will:

• Provide high-quality, patient-centred care across oncology services, with the opportunity to develop a subspecialty interest.
• Lead and support the delivery of the Trust's Cancer Strategy across all sites, working closely with the Care Group Clinical Director and multidisciplinary teams.
• Undertake Clinical Lead responsibilities (2 PAs), including service development, clinical governance, and strategic planning.
• Deliver outpatient and systemic anti-cancer therapy services, contribute to the Acute Oncology Service, and participate in MDTs and clinical trials.
• Supervise and support junior medical staff, participate in recruitment, appraisal, and training.
• Ensure compliance with clinical governance standards, NICE guidelines, and infection control policies.
• Contribute to business planning, performance management, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with external partners including RM Partners, Mount Vernon Cancer Centre, and Imperial College Healthcare.

This role offers flexibility in job planning, mentorship, and opportunities for academic and research involvement.

(PAs negotiable - applicants interested in the role without Clinical Lead responsibilities are welcome to apply and this can be discussed at interview if shortlisted.)

About us

London North West University Healthcare NHS Trust (LNWH) cares for the people of Brent, Ealing, Harrow and beyond.

Our team of more than 8,200 clinical and support staff serve a diverse population of almost one million people.

• Northwick Park Hospital: home to one of the busiest emergency departments (A&E) in the country. The hospital provides a full range of services including the country's top-rated hyper-acute stroke unit and one of only three hyper-acute rehabilitation units in the UK.
• St Mark's Hospital: an internationally renowned specialist centre for bowel disease.
• Ealing Hospital: a busy district general hospital providing a range of clinical services, as well as 24/7 emergency department and urgent care centre, and specialist care at Meadow House Hospice.
• Central Middlesex Hospital: our planned care site, hosting a range of surgical and outpatient services and collocated with an urgent care centre.

We are a university teaching NHS trust, in recognition of the important role we play in training clinicians of the future and bringing the benefits of research to the public.

Job responsibilities

This substantive post offers an exciting opportunity to join London North West University Healthcare NHS Trust as a Consultant in Medical Oncology with Clinical Lead responsibilities, with flexibility to develop a subspecialty interest. The role includes 10 Programmed Activities (PAs), of which 2 PAs are allocated for Clinical Lead responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities:

Clinical Leadership: Lead and support the delivery of high-quality, patient-centred oncology services across Trust sites. Collaborate with the Care Group Clinical Director, General Manager, and multidisciplinary teams to implement the Trust's Cancer Strategy.

Medical Oncology Duties: Provide specialist care for cancer patients, including outpatient clinics, systemic anti-cancer therapy, and acute oncology input. Participate in MDTs and contribute to clinical trials and research initiatives.

Clinical Lead Duties: Provide strategic leadership within the oncology service, overseeing clinical standards, service development, and quality improvement. Act as a key liaison between clinical teams and senior management.

Governance and Performance: Ensure compliance with NICE guidelines, clinical audit, incident reporting, and infection control. Monitor clinical outcomes and contribute to performance improvement across efficiency, quality, and financial metrics.

Medical Staff Management: Support training and development of junior doctors, participate in recruitment and appraisal processes, and ensure compliance with working time regulations.

Strategic Planning and Representation: Contribute to business planning and represent the Trust at clinical networks and external meetings. Engage with RM Partners and other regional and national bodies to shape cancer care pathways.

Teamworking and Leadership: Foster a collaborative working environment, chair service meetings, and support conflict resolution. Provide mentorship and contribute to departmental flexibility and innovation.

Additional Duties: Support the chemotherapy suite and clinical trials unit, review prescriptions, and adapt to evolving departmental needs.

This role is ideal for a consultant seeking to combine clinical excellence with strategic leadership in a supportive and innovative environment.

Person Specification

Registration

• Full GMC registration with a licence to practise
• On the GMC Specialist Register for Medical Oncology or within 6 months of CCT at the time of interview

Qualifications

• MRCP (or equivalent)
• MD, PhD, or equivalent higher degree

Knowledge and Expertise

• Broad-based training in Medical Oncology
• Broad-based general professional training in general medicine
• IT skills and computer literacy

Teaching

• Experience of teaching and training undergraduates, postgraduates, and junior medical staff

Experience

• NHS experience within the last 3 years
• Evidence of ongoing interest and achievement in research

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.

London North West University Healthcare NHS Trust