Consultant Medical Oncologist Thoracic Malignancies

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board

Bangor

On-site

GBP 90,000 - 110,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board in North Wales is seeking a Consultant Oncologist to contribute to comprehensive cancer services across the region. The post involves working within a multidisciplinary team of clinical and medical oncologists, with responsibility for delivering high-quality, patient-centred care across North Wales and supporting liaison with other specialties.

You will participate in clinical research, develop site-specific expertise, and collaborate on national and

Qualifications

Full GMC Specialist Registration in Oncology or be due to obtain CCT within 6 months of interview date.
MB ChB or equivalent.
MRCP or equivalent.
Appropriate experience in training grade posts at SpR/SR level.
Higher Degree is desirable.
Experience in teaching, clinical audit, and participation in multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

Provide specialist oncological services to the population served with reference to common cancers and oncology subspecialties, as an active participant in Multidisciplinary Teams.
Work closely with Clinical Consultant colleagues to provide seamless cancer care for all patients.
Collaborate with Oncology, Haematology and Palliative Care to provide inpatient cover and support patient pathways between sites.
Develop a site specialist and research interest, including clinical research and involvement in national/international studies.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Ability to travel between sites

Leadership skills

Ability to cope with pressure

Educate and train resident staff

Flexibility

Welsh language willingness

Education

MB ChB or equivalent

MRCP or equivalent

GMC Specialist Registration / CCT timeline

Higher Degree (Desirable)

Job description

Job Overview

This post will contribute to the provision of comprehensive and accessible Cancer Services across North Wales treating up to 150 new patients per year, with an estimated 550 patient reviews annually. Key elements of Cancer Care at BCUHB include provision of excellent cancer services as near as possible to the patient’s home and to expand the treatment options available to patients locally across North Wales.

Oncology Services at Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board are provided by a team of experienced Clinical Oncologists and Medical Oncologist teams working collaboratively, and all holding appointments at the relevant acute hospitals. Close collaboration will be essential in the management of SACT patients, Radiotherapy patients and Emergency Cases.

Main duties of the job

Key tasks:

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.

Working for our organisation

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

Essential Criteria

Qualifications / Clinical Skills

Full GMC Specialist Registration in Oncology or due to obtain CCT within 6 months of interview date. CESR applicants must have GMC Specialist Registration at the point of application
MB ChB or equivalent
MRCP or equivalent
Appropriate experience in training grade posts at SpR/SR level

Desirable criteria

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

Skills And Ability

Essential criteria

Ability to gain confidence and trust
Ability to cope with pressure
Ability to respond to change
Ability to educate and train resident 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 criteria