Job summary
Applications are invited for the above post of Consultant Clinical Oncologist with an interest in breast, based at the Sussex Cancer Centre at the Royal Sussex County Hospital in Brighton but with sessions throughout the University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust.
The "Sussex Cancer Centre Oncology Service" is a team of oncologists who are employed through University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust working across the county providing clinical and medical oncology care to the population of Sussex. This includes provision of non-surgical cancer treatments across 5 hospital locations - Brighton, Haywards Heath, Worthing, Hastings, Eastbourne, and acute service support in Chichester.
The new appointee will work alongside colleagues in the Breast site reference group which comprises a multiprofessional team including clinical oncologists, medical oncologists, pharmacists, clinical nurse specialists and cancer support workers.
The appointee will have an On Call Commitment at the Royal Sussex County Hospital on a >1:9 rota (currently 1:17).
Main duties of the job
The appointee will join the team of 30 Clinical/medical consultant oncologists who work across Sussex (Worthing, Brighton, Haywards Heath, Eastbourne and Hastings) in delivering a comprehensive oncology service for patients from across the Trust. Key duties will include:
1. Regular outpatient clinics
2. Clinical trial leadership and delivery
3. MDT attendance
4. SACT prescribing and Radiotherapy planning oversight
5. Clinical supervision of non-medical staff
6. Clinical governance
7. Service developments
8. Ward reviews
9. On call
It is anticipated that the post holder will look to take on leadership/development roles within the division and will be supported to do so. It is also anticipated that they will take an active role in education for trainees at all grades. The appointee will contribute to teaching and supervision of medical students, junior medical staff and AHP/nurses. Applicants are encouraged to take part in Audit and support junior team members in their Audit projects. There are opportunities for clinical cancer research and will be supported by a divisional lead for research.
About us
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust. We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves.
We're here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our Wellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work-life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.
As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.
We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Learning and Development:
1. Attend mandatory training updates as required.
2. Undertake training as necessary in line with the development of the post and as agreed with the line manager as part of the personal development process.
3. Actively participate in job planning and attend a divisional job planning review.
4. Achieve and demonstrate agreed standards of personal and professional development within agreed timescales.
5. Identify own learning needs and jointly plan training requirements with your line manager.
6. Participate in the Trust's appraisal process to discuss how your role will help deliver the best possible care to our patients and help to deliver any changes in service.
See job description and person specification for full details.
Person Specification
Experience & Qualifications
Essential
* Basic medical degree
* MB BS, FRCR or appropriate specialist qualification
* Full GMC Registration with a licence to practice
* CCT in clinical oncology or equivalent
* Entry onto the GMC Specialist Register or eligibility for entry within 6 months of the date of the AAC
Desirable
* Higher degree
Clinical Skills & Experience
Essential
* Evidence of training in broad spectrum of clinical oncology tumour sites
* Interest and training suitable for a CNS cancer Clinical oncology post
Desirable
* Breadth of experience in and outside specialty
Organisation Planning
Essential
* Experience and ability to work in multi-professional teams
* Understanding of: NHS / Clinical governance / Resource constraints
Desirable
* Evidence of managerial skills: Achievements / Course attended
Teaching Skills
Essential
* Evidence of an interest and commitment to teaching
Desirable
* Research experience
* Publications
* Prizes and honours
Career Progression & Personal Attributes
Essential
* Appropriate progression of career to date
* Evidence of: Good communication skills both oral and written
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications.
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration.
Employer details
Employer name
University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)
Address
Royal Sussex County Hospital
Brighton
BN2 5BE
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