Associate Consultant - Medical Oncology

Narayana Health (NH); Bengaluru; On-site; INR 2,000,000 - 4,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Narayana Health City in Bengaluru seeks an Associate Consultant in Medical Oncology to evaluate, diagnose and manage cancer patients, developing individualized treatment plans based on oncology protocols.

You will supervise chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and targeted therapies, monitor responses and adverse effects, and coordinate care with surgical, radiation, pathology and radiology teams, contributing to multidisciplinary tumor board discussions.

Qualifications

• DM/DrNB in Medical Oncology from an NMC-recognised institution.
• MD / DNB in General Medicine followed by DM / DrNB in Medical Oncology.
• Valid NMC / State Medical Council registration.
• Additional fellowship or specialised training in Medical Oncology will be an added advantage.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, diagnose and manage patients with various types of cancers.
• Develop and implement individualised treatment plans based on established oncology protocols.
• Manage patients undergoing chemotherapy, immunotherapy and targeted therapy.
• Monitor treatment responses, adverse effects and complications.
• Coordinate with surgical oncology, radiation oncology, pathology and radiology teams for comprehensive cancer care.
• Participate in multidisciplinary tumour board discussions.
• Provide counselling to patients and their families regarding diagnosis, treatment options and prognosis.
• Ensure accurate documentation of patient records and treatment plans.
• Participate in departmental academic activities, clinical audits and research initiatives.

Skills

Medical Oncology

Clinical decision-making

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

DM/DrNB in Medical Oncology

MD/DNB in General Medicine

NMC Registration

Specialised training in Medical Oncology

Job description

Job Description Associate Consultant – Medical Oncology

Department: Medical Oncology
Designation: Associate Consultant – Medical Oncology
Location: Narayana Health City, Bommasandra, Bengaluru

1. Educational Qualification

• DM / DrNB in Medical Oncology from an NMC-recognised institution.
• MD / DNB in General Medicine followed by DM / DrNB in Medical Oncology.
• Valid NMC / State Medical Council registration.
• Additional fellowship or specialised training in Medical Oncology will be an added advantage.

2. Experience

• 2-7 years of relevant experience in Medical Oncology.
• Experience in managing solid tumours and haematological malignancies.
• Experience in chemotherapy administration, immunotherapy and targeted therapy.

3. Roles & Responsibilities

• Evaluate, diagnose and manage patients with various types of cancers.
• Develop and implement individualised treatment plans based on established oncology protocols.
• Manage patients undergoing chemotherapy, immunotherapy and targeted therapy.
• Monitor treatment responses, adverse effects and complications.
• Coordinate with surgical oncology, radiation oncology, pathology and radiology teams for comprehensive cancer care.
• Participate in multidisciplinary tumour board discussions.
• Provide counselling to patients and their families regarding diagnosis, treatment options and prognosis.
• Ensure accurate documentation of patient records and treatment plans.
• Participate in departmental academic activities, clinical audits and research initiatives.
• Follow hospital protocols, patient safety standards and clinical quality guidelines.

4. Key Skills

• Strong clinical knowledge in Medical Oncology.
• Expertise in cancer diagnosis and treatment planning.
• Good communication and patient counselling skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong decision‑making and clinical assessment skills.
• Commitment to evidence‑based clinical practices.

5. Preferred Candidate Profile

• Candidates with 2-7 years of experience in Medical Oncology.
• Strong clinical and patient management capabilities.
• Passion for delivering quality and comprehensive cancer care.