TRUST DOCTOR (FY2-ST1-2) IN SOLID ONCOLOGY | Barts Health NHS Trust

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Job summary

A specialized teaching hospital is seeking a post-F2 level doctor to support Solid Oncology patients at their Chemotherapy Day Unit. Responsibilities include reviewing patients for chemotherapy and managing treatment toxicities. With a focus on developing oncology skills, this full-time role offers mentorship and opportunities for professional growth. The position is initially for 6 months and requires a team-oriented healthcare professional.

Qualifications

• Post-F2 level doctor considering a career in oncology.
• Experience managing patients undergoing chemotherapy.
• Ability to work in a team of healthcare professionals.

Responsibilities

• Review patients attending chemotherapy.
• Manage acute toxicities of cancer treatment.
• Assess patients in a personal clinic.

Job description

TRUST DOCTOR (FY2-ST1-2) IN SOLID ONCOLOGY

We have an exciting post supporting Solid Oncology patients on the Chemotherapy Day Unit/CAU at St Bartholomew’s Hospital. It is a specialised Cancer and Cardiac teaching hospital and is home to many eminent Oncologists and Academics, with a strong culture of research and innovation.

These positions would suit a post-F2 level doctor who is considering a career in oncology. The post is full-time, working Monday to Wednesday, 9am-5pm.

The Chemotherapy Unit has 60 chairs and is open 6 days a week.

Responsibilities include: reviewing patients attending for chemotherapy, managing acute toxicities of cancer treatment, and assessing patients in your own clinic.

You will be supported by clinical teams of specialist registrars, consultants, specialist nurses, and advanced practitioners. There is a separate Cancer Assessment Unit.

You will join a team of 14 ‘ST1-2’ level Doctors providing oncology inpatient cover, divided between solid tumour oncology and haemato-oncology.

We offer established teaching programmes, journal clubs, and encourage attendance at outpatient clinics. Opportunities for audit and quality improvement projects are available, with mentorship from our Consultants.

The post is based in the Department of Medical and Clinical Oncology and is initially for a fixed-term period of 6 months.

Barts Health is one of the largest NHS trusts in the country, committed to excellence and innovation, with a mission to provide safe, high-quality care and a supportive working environment. We value diversity and promote an inclusive workplace.

This post is suitable for junior doctors seeking focused oncology training or preparing for the second part of the MRCP.

This advert closes on Sunday, 31 August 2025.