Locum Breast & Upper GI Oncology Consultant (Flexible)

The Methodist Church in Britain; East Ham; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Locum consultant in medical oncology is sought to cover maternity leave for 12 months across Mount Vernon Cancer Centre, the Lister Hospital and New QEII. The role centers on supervising oncology treatment within MDTs and outpatient care alongside breast and upper GI teams, plus the Cancer of Unknown Primary MDT.

Entry to the GMC Specialist Register, or confirmed eligibility, decides fit. Flexible in NHS settings with a strong focus on clinical governance and teaching responsibilities.

Qualifications

• FRCPath or equivalent required.
• GMC Specialist Register entry or eligibility within 6 months of CCT.
• Broad haemato-oncology experience.
• Experience supervising undergraduates and trainees.
• Evidence of leading on patient safety and improving practice.

Responsibilities

• Supervise oncology treatment of patients with MDTs at Mount Vernon.
• Deliver a high-quality outpatient oncology service with breast and upper GI MDTs at the Lister and New QEII.
• Participate in the Cancer of Unknown Primary MDT.
• Deliver 10 programmed activities (PAs).
• Cover an on-call commitment.

Skills

Haemato-oncology

MDT supervision

Patient safety

Clinical governance

Education

FRCPath or equivalent

Job description

Locum consultant in medical oncology is sought to cover maternity leave for 12 months across Mount Vernon Cancer Centre, the Lister Hospital and New QEII. The role centers on supervising oncology treatment within MDTs and outpatient care alongside breast and upper GI teams, plus the Cancer of Unknown Primary MDT.

Entry to the GMC Specialist Register, or confirmed eligibility, decides fit. Flexible in NHS settings with a strong focus on clinical governance and teaching responsibilities.