Consultant Medical Oncologist

NHS; Bath; On-site; GBP 105,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare provider as a Consultant Oncologist at the Royal United Hospitals Bath. This role offers a unique opportunity to work in a state-of-the-art facility, focusing on Urological and Skin cancers, with a commitment to compassionate patient care and professional development.

Benefits

Wellbeing support programme

Opportunities for teaching and research

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Specific sub-specialist skills in Urology and Skin cancers required.
• Evidence of involvement in clinical research.
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Provide full oncological radiotherapy and systemic services for patients.
• Mentoring for first-year consultants with reduced outpatient commitments.
• Participate in service development and teaching.

Skills

Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary clinical team

Good interpersonal skills

Commitment to continuing medical education

Education

Full GMC registration with a licence to practice

MRCP or overseas equivalent SCE Medical Oncology

Entry on Specialist Register (or entry expected within six months)

Job description

Job summary

Help us shape the future of cancer care at the Royal United Hospitals Bath. We're seeking a dedicated Consultant Oncologist who is ready to be part of something bold.

We are recruiting a 10 PA substantive consultant oncologist who has specialist interest in Urological and Skin cancers (including provision of the pelvic oligo-metastatic SABR service).

You will be joining a dynamic and friendly team of both established and new oncologists who value teamwork and input into many national roles.

You will be based in our state of the art Dyson Cancer Centre which opened in 2024 at the RUH. It was purpose-built to change the way we deliver cancer care. This flagship facility is more than just bricks and mortar - it's a place of hope, innovation, and healing - and now we have this opportunity for a dedicated and ambitious oncologist to join our cohesive team who is committed to providing the local population with excellent care.

You'll be part of a service that is already delivering outstanding care, but now has the space, ambition, and energy to do even more. We are committed to leading the way in compassionate, personalised cancer treatment, underpinned by modern technology, integrated pathways, and a supportive, learning-focused environment.

Why come and join us?

• You'll be based in the brand-new Dyson Cancer centre designed by patients, staff, and the future of oncology in mind
• You'll be part of a growing and supportive team who have a strong multi-disciplinary ethos
• There'll be opportunities to shape services, develop sub-specialty interests, and get involved in teaching, research, and innovation
• We have strong academic links and collaborate with regional networks and universities
• You'll be joining a Trust that values its people, with wellbeing, development, and flexibility built into our culture.

If you're passionate about delivering excellent oncology care, committed to teamwork, and excited by the chance to be part of a forward-looking service, we'd love to welcome you.

We want to hear from professionals with vision, compassion, and a commitment to clinical excellence to come and make a difference.

Main duties of the job

The job is 10 PAs with 8.5:1.5 DCC:SPA split providing full oncological radiotherapy and systemic services for patients with Urology and Skin cancers.

There is scope for less than full time working for applicants wishing to work less than 10 PAs.

For first year consultants there will be a reduction in outpatient clinic commitment with mentoring, including a new consultant induction programme, to enable new consultants to find their feet, build confidence and relationships within the department and wider trust.

About us

At the RUH we are proud to put people at the heart of what we do, working together as one team to make a difference for our patients, each other, and our community. No matter what your role is, we value everyone's contribution in supporting the exceptional, person-centred care we pride ourselves on.

We are committed to creating a compassionate and inclusive environment. This can be seen in our growing community of staff networks - celebrating successes and creating opportunities to listen and learn. We value our differences, champion kindness and civility, and truly believe that diversity makes us stronger. A culture of learning, developing and innovating is the thread that runs throughout our whole organisation. We want to support you to thrive, taking your career to its full potential.

We value staff wellbeing, with a well-established programme of support. We believe in a holistic approach spanning all aspects of living a healthy life, including physical, emotional, spiritual and financial wellbeing. We've even got a swimming pool!

Details Date posted

20 May 2025

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Consultant

Salary

£105,504 to £139,882 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

427-7184146

Job locations

The Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust

Combe Park

Bath

BA1 3NG

Job description Job responsibilities

Please find attached to the vacancy a detailed person specification and job description for further information about this role.

Job description Job responsibilities

Please find attached to the vacancy a detailed person specification and job description for further information about this role.

Person Specification Research Experience Essential

• Ability to apply research outcomes to clinical problems
• Sound knowledge of Oncology evidence-base in Urology and Skin Cancer
• Evidence of involvement in clinical research

Desirable

• Personal Research Publications

Personal Attributes Essential

• Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary clinical team
• Good interpersonal skills
• Enquiring, critical approach to work with ability to reflect and learn from experiences
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients, relatives, GPs, nurses and other agencies
• Commitment to continuing medical education
• Willingness to undertake additional professional responsibilities at local, regional or national levels
• Honesty and probity

Desirable

• Experience in motivating teams
• Experience of conflict resolution

Qualifications Essential

• Full GMC registration with a licence to practice
• MRCP or overseas equivalent SCE Medical Oncology
• Entry on Specialist Register (or entry expected within six months)

Desirable

• MD or PhD

Relevant Experience Essential

• Specific sub-specialist skills and experience required as per job description
• Ability to offer expert clinical opinion on range of problems both emergency and elective within specialty
• Ability to take full and independent responsibility for clinical care of patients

Management and Administrative Experience Essential

• Understanding of clinical governance requirements
• Ability to advise on efficient and smooth running of specialist service
• Ability to organise and prioritise workload
• Ability to develop multi-professional team
• Experience in service development

Desirable

• Attendance at management training course and evidence of learning from it
• Experience in organising / supervising audit

Teaching Experience Essential

• Experience of supervising junior doctors
• Ability to teach clinical skills

Desirable

• Experience of supervising SpRs / postgraduate research
• Post graduate teaching qualification

Person Specification Research Experience Essential

• Ability to apply research outcomes to clinical problems
• Sound knowledge of Oncology evidence-base in Urology and Skin Cancer
• Evidence of involvement in clinical research

Desirable

• Personal Research Publications

Personal Attributes Essential

• Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary clinical team
• Good interpersonal skills
• Enquiring, critical approach to work with ability to reflect and learn from experiences
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients, relatives, GPs, nurses and other agencies
• Commitment to continuing medical education
• Willingness to undertake additional professional responsibilities at local, regional or national levels
• Honesty and probity

Desirable

• Experience in motivating teams
• Experience of conflict resolution

Qualifications Essential

• Full GMC registration with a licence to practice
• MRCP or overseas equivalent SCE Medical Oncology
• Entry on Specialist Register (or entry expected within six months)

Desirable

• MD or PhD

Relevant Experience Essential

• Specific sub-specialist skills and experience required as per job description
• Ability to offer expert clinical opinion on range of problems both emergency and elective within specialty
• Ability to take full and independent responsibility for clinical care of patients

Management and Administrative Experience Essential

• Understanding of clinical governance requirements
• Ability to advise on efficient and smooth running of specialist service
• Ability to organise and prioritise workload
• Ability to develop multi-professional team
• Experience in service development

Desirable

• Attendance at management training course and evidence of learning from it
• Experience in organising / supervising audit

Teaching Experience Essential

• Experience of supervising junior doctors
• Ability to teach clinical skills

Desirable

• Experience of supervising SpRs / postgraduate research
• Post graduate teaching qualification

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 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).

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 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 details Employer name

Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust

Combe Park

Bath

BA1 3NG

Employer's website

https://www.ruh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details Employer name

Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust

Combe Park

Bath

BA1 3NG

Employer's website

https://www.ruh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)