Senior Clinical Fellow in Clinical Oncology

NHS; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS Trust is seeking a Senior Clinical Fellow in Clinical Oncology for a fixed term of 6 months. This role involves participation in outpatient activities and ensuring high standards of patient care within a high-profile Cancer Centre. Candidates should have relevant oncology experience and MRCP or equivalent qualifications. The position offers exciting educational opportunities and involvement in clinical trial research.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year's experience in general medicine or medical specialties.
• Experience in Oncology.

Responsibilities

• Provide Oncology services including diagnosis and treatment.
• Participate in outpatient and chemotherapy day unit activities.
• Contribute to undergraduate and postgraduate teaching.

Skills

Effective team working skills

Ability to perform emergency procedures

Time management and prioritization skills

Teamwork and communication skills

Education

MB CHB or equivalent

MRCP

FRCR Part 1 & 2

Job description

Go back Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust

Senior Clinical Fellow in Clinical Oncology

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Job summary

GUY'S AND ST. THOMAS' HOSPITAL NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

Senior Clinical Fellow in Clinical Oncology

Nodal Point 4, Full Time - 40 hours per week, Fixed Term - 6 months

Applications are invited for a post in the Clinical oncology department at Guy's & St Thomas' Hospital.

This is an ideal opportunity for someone interested in pursuing a career in oncology and involved in our new high-profile Cancer Centre. Our department is well-recognized for its specialist Oncology training. While these posts do not include educational support for specialist training, they offer exciting educational opportunities, including involvement in clinical trial research, audit, appraisal, and study leave provisions.

To be considered, MRCP or equivalent is desirable, and some form of oncology experience is essential. Candidates must have passed the IELTS exam.

Main duties of the job

This role offers involvement in our high-profile Cancer Centre, with a focus on outpatient or day unit activities to ensure the safe administration of systemic anti-cancer therapy. Responsibilities include participating in clinical and service activities to maintain high patient care standards, contributing to undergraduate and postgraduate teaching, and following Trust policies and procedures.

About us

Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust comprises five of the UK's leading hospitals, including Guy's, St Thomas', Evelina London Children's Hospital, Royal Brompton, and Harefield, along with community services in Lambeth and Southwark. We are known for high-quality care, clinical excellence, research, and innovation, and are part of King's Health Partners, one of England's eight academic health sciences centres.

With approximately 22,700 staff, we are one of the largest NHS Trusts nationally, committed to diversity and developing partnerships with local communities, NHS organizations, and other stakeholders.

Job responsibilities

Please see attached documents for full JD/PS

The post will primarily involve outpatient or day unit work to ensure the safe administration of systemic anti-cancer therapy. The role includes participating in clinical activities to ensure high standards of patient care, involvement in teaching and training, and adherence to updated Trust policies.

Job responsibilities

Clinical: The postholder will be responsible for providing Oncology services within the Trust, including diagnosis and treatment, clinical responsibility for patients, participation in outpatient and chemotherapy day unit activities, and possibly hospital at night cover and on-call duties, including a rota system approximately every 8-10 weeks.

Note: This vacancy may close early if sufficient applications are received. Interested candidates should apply promptly to avoid disappointment.

Person Specification

Qualifications and Training:

• MB CHB or equivalent, MRCP
• FRCR Part 1 & 2

Professional/Statutory Registration:

• IELTS Pass
• Eligible for GMC sponsorship
• Full GMC registration

Previous Experience:

• At least 1 year's experience in general medicine or medical specialties
• Experience in Oncology

Skills/Knowledge/Abilities:

• Effective team working skills
• Ability to perform emergency procedures (e.g., central venous access)
• Understanding of clinical research and audit principles
• Knowledge of medical education processes
• Time management and prioritization skills
• Punctuality, reliability, organization
• Teamwork and communication skills
• Research experience and involvement in audit and teaching activities

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This position is subject to DBS checks, and candidates must submit to a criminal record check as per the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1975.