Consultant Medical Oncologist Gynaecological

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board; Wales; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health organization in Wales is seeking a full-time Medical Oncologist with a focus on gynaecological cancers to join their team at Wrexham Maelor Hospital. The successful candidate will provide specialist cancer services and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams. This role allows for contributions to education and research. Applicants can work part-time if preferred. Competitive opportunities await for those ready to positively impact healthcare in North Wales.

Qualifications

• Full GMC Specialist Registration or within 6 months of obtaining CCT.
• Appropriate experience in training grade posts at SpR/SR level.
• Published research and active encouragement of research with staff.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist oncological services with reference to common cancers.
• Work closely with clinical consultant colleagues for seamless cancer care.
• Liaise with colleagues in Oncology, Haematology, and Palliative Care.

Skills

Ability to gain confidence and trust

Ability to cope with pressure

Ability to respond to change

Excellent communication skills

Education

MB ChB or equivalent

MRCP or equivalent

Job description

We are currently seeking a full-time Medical Oncologist with an interest in gynaecological cancers to be based in Wrexham Maelor Hospital. This post is a replacement appointment which attracts 10 Programmed Activities and an on‑call payment. Newly qualified consultants will be offered 3 SPA's as standard. Applications are welcome from those who wish to work full or part‑time. BCUHB has 3 cancer centres consisting of a team of 23 consultants (11 clinical and 12 medical) providing care to the population of North Wales. We take pride in delivering exceptional care through multi‑professional collaboration, ensuring patients are supported throughout their journey. The successful candidate will be based in Wrexham Maelor Hospital within the Shooting Star Unit. The appointee will have an on‑call commitment at the North Wales Cancer Centre in Ysbyty Glan Clwyd on a 1 in 8 basis. We encourage and welcome applications from colleagues who specialise in other tumour sites and will work to create a job plan that is beneficial to the individual and the department. Beyond clinical duties, there are opportunities to contribute to education and research as well as leadership functions.

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.

About us

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. The Health Board provides primary, community, mental health and acute hospital services for the population of North Wales.

BCUHB provides a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and specialist hospital services 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.

Enjoy 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.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Candidates are encouraged to refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further information. If you are ready to make a significant impact on the future of healthcare in North Wales and possess the skills and experience required for this role, we invite you to apply.

Informal conversations are encouraged prior to applying. Please contact Dr Julie Jones, Oncology Joint Clinical Lead, [e-mail].

Person Specification

Qualifications and Experience

Essential

• Full GMC Specialist Registration or within 6 months of obtaining CCT from date of interview
• MB ChB or equivalent
• MRCP or equivalent
• Appropriate experience in training grade posts at SpR/SR level

Desirable

• Higher Degree
• Participating in and leading multidisciplinary teams
• Experience in teaching, clinical audit

Skills and Ability

Essential

• Ability to gain confidence and trust
• Ability to cope with pressure
• Ability to respond to change
• Ability to educate and train junior medical staff
• Ability to travel between sites for peripheral clinics
• Demonstrates good interpersonal skills with patients, relatives and members of the clinical team
• Excellent communication skills

Desirable

• Computer skills
• Leadership skills appropriate to directing and teaching medical, nursing and other professions allied to medicine
• Good IT skills

Research

Essential

• Published research
• Actively encourages research with junior and other staff

Desirable

• Research degree

Additional Requirements

Essential

• Commitment to personal development and medical education
• Ability to travel when required to meet the needs of the service
• Ability to be flexible in response to the changing needs of the service

Desirable

• Ability to speak Welsh or demonstrate a willingness to learn

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