Job summary This post is for 10 Programmed Activities (PAs) per week to provide oncology management and treatment within the Genito-Urinary Disease Group. It is initially for a 4 month fixed term with a possibility of extending.The Locum Clinical Oncologist appointed will work with the GU team to provide a comprehensive clinical service for GU patients. This includes patients in the outpatient, inpatient and ambulatory settings, delivering Radiotherapy and Systemic Anti-Cancer Therapy (SACT) whilst also providing Clinical Oncology input to the GU MDT.The GU Disease Group led by Prof Ananya Choudhury consists of 9 (8 WTE) Clinical Oncologists. These oncologists manage all GU cancers diagnosed within the Greater Manchester and Cheshire Cancer Network, with many oncologists delivering a peripheral service through MDTs and clinics. Systemic therapy is delivered centrally or given to patients at peripheral or outreach clinics according to agreed protocols. Radiotherapy is delivered at The Christie or at satellite units in Salford, Oldham and Macclesfield.The group also has an active prostate brachytherapy service and the team also has a strong commitment to research and trial activity in which the appointee would be expected to be involved in.All Disease Group consultants work as part of a multi-disciplinary team supporting the delivery of this work including Nurse Clinicians, Clinical Nurse Specialists, Clinical Fellows, Specialist Trainees, Pharmacists and Research Nurses Main duties of the job The appointee will be based at The Christie and will provide input to the following areas of delivery:o Outpatient clinics - Providing support with waiting times across Greater Manchester and Cheshireo Radiotherapy and SACT Serviceso Inpatient Services - primarily Wards 11, 12, 4 and the Oncology Assessment Unito Multi-Disciplinary Team meetingso Team meetingso Educational meetingso Audit The role will be responsible for:o Management of patients with Prostate and Bladder cancer receiving standard therapy including treatment decisions and ongoing care.o Participating in all relevant aspects of clinical governance, including maintaining up to date protocols, guidelines and clinical audito Contributing to current research projects and establish new opportunities to expand and develop research within the team. o Revision and development of evidence-based protocols for patients and undertaking the administrative duties associated with the care of their patients.o Maintaining a level of continuing professional development consistent with the recommendations of the Royal College of Radiologistso Actively contributing to the training of junior doctors and other multi-disciplinary team members in both in-patient and outpatient departments. About us The Christie is one of Europe's leading cancer centres, treating over 60,000 patients a year. We are based in Manchester and serve a population of 3.2 million across Greater Manchester & Cheshire, but as a national specialist around 15% patients are referred to us from other parts of the country. We provide radiotherapy through one of the largest radiotherapy departments in the world; chemotherapy on site and through 14 other hospitals; highly specialist surgery for complex and rare cancer; and a wide range of support and diagnostic services. We are also an international leader in research, with world first breakthroughs for over 100 years. We run one of the largest early clinical trial units in Europe with over 300 trials every year. Cancer research in Manchester, most of which is undertaken on the Christie site, has been officially ranked the best in the UK. Date posted 17 January 2025 Pay scheme Hospital medical and dental staff Grade Consultant Salary £105,504 to £139,882 a year per annum Contract Fixed term Duration 4 months Working pattern Full-time Reference number 413-MD-C2024-24159-LP Job locations Clinical Oncology - E00084 Manchester M20 4BX Job description Job responsibilities ORGANISATIONAL ARRANGEMENTSThis post is for 10 Programmed Activities (PAs) per week to provide clinical oncology management and treatment within the Genito-Urinary Disease Group. Role Purpose The Locum Clinical Oncologist appointed will work with the GU team to provide a comprehensive clinical service for GU patients. This includes patients in the outpatient, inpatient and ambulatory settings, delivering Radiotherapy and Systemic Anti-Cancer Therapy (SACT) whilst also providing Clinical Oncology input to the GU MDT.The GU Disease Group led by Prof A Choudhury and consists of 9 (8WTE) Clinical Oncologists. These oncologists manage all GU cancers diagnosed within the Greater Manchester and Cheshire Cancer Network, with many oncologists delivering a peripheral service through MDTs and clinics. Systemic therapy is delivered centrally or given to patients at peripheral or outreach clinics according to agreed protocols. Radiotherapy is delivered at The Christie or at satellite units in Salford, Oldham and Macclesfield. The group also has an active prostate brachytherapy service, and the team also has a strong commitment to research and trial activity in which the appointee would be expected to be involved in. All Disease Group consultants work as part of a multi-disciplinary team supporting the delivery of this work including Nurse Clinicians, Clinical Nurse Specialists, Clinical Fellows, Specialist Trainees, Pharmacists and Research Nurses DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The appointee will be based at The Christie and will provide input to the following areas of delivery: Outpatient clinics - Providing support with waiting times across Greater Manchester and Cheshire, including attendance at one peripheral clinic. Radiotherapy and SACT Services Inpatient Services - primarily Wards 11, 12, 4 and the Oncology Assessment Unit Multi-Disciplinary Team meetings Team meetings Educational meetings Audit The role will be responsible for: Management of patients with Prostate and Bladder cancer receiving standard therapy including treatment decisions and ongoing care. Participating in all relevant aspects of clinical governance, including maintaining up to date protocols, guidelines and clinical audit Contributing to current research projects and establish new opportunities to expand and develop research within the team. Revision and development of evidence-based protocols for patients and undertaking the administrative duties associated with the care of their patients. Maintaining a level of continuing professional development consistent with the recommendations of the Royal College of Radiologists Actively contributing to the training of junior doctors and other multi-disciplinary team members in both in-patient and outpatient departments. The appointee will have office accommodation and access to secretarial support. Continuing Professional Development (CPD)The Trust supports the requirements for CPD as laid down by the GMC and royal colleges and is committed to providing time and financial support for these activities. Job PlanningThe job plan outlines the requirements of the post and may be altered by joint agreement with the Divisional Clinical Director and Service Manager and in response to service needs. Job Plans are also subject to an annual review (May September) as detailed in the Trusts Job Planning Policy. It is expected that the initial Job Plan discussion will take place within the first six months of employment at the Trust. The annual review will examine all aspects of the job plan (including any Educational components) and will also include an assessment of professional development with defined goals for the future. Job Plan TimetableThe timetable below is indicative and will be confirmed on commencement in post. It is the requirement of the Trust that all new consultant colleagues must have 0.25 SPAs within their job plan to support Trust appraisal and supervision requirements. This can either be as appraiser or a supervisor for medical staff or Advanced clinical Practitioners. Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday AM SPA Planning Admin SPA SHH Urology MDT ( Virtual) Planning / admin PM SPA Chemo Clinic Clinic at Royal Oldham Hospital OP clinic Christie OP Clinic at Christie Job description Job responsibilities ORGANISATIONAL ARRANGEMENTSThis post is for 10 Programmed Activities (PAs) per week to provide clinical oncology management and treatment within the Genito-Urinary Disease Group. Role Purpose The Locum Clinical Oncologist appointed will work with the GU team to provide a comprehensive clinical service for GU patients. This includes patients in the outpatient, inpatient and ambulatory settings, delivering Radiotherapy and Systemic Anti-Cancer Therapy (SACT) whilst also providing Clinical Oncology input to the GU MDT.The GU Disease Group led by Prof A Choudhury and consists of 9 (8WTE) Clinical Oncologists. These oncologists manage all GU cancers diagnosed within the Greater Manchester and Cheshire Cancer Network, with many oncologists delivering a peripheral service through MDTs and clinics. Systemic therapy is delivered centrally or given to patients at peripheral or outreach clinics according to agreed protocols. Radiotherapy is delivered at The Christie or at satellite units in Salford, Oldham and Macclesfield. The group also has an active prostate brachytherapy service, and the team also has a strong commitment to research and trial activity in which the appointee would be expected to be involved in. All Disease Group consultants work as part of a multi-disciplinary team supporting the delivery of this work including Nurse Clinicians, Clinical Nurse Specialists, Clinical Fellows, Specialist Trainees, Pharmacists and Research Nurses DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The appointee will be based at The Christie and will provide input to the following areas of delivery: Outpatient clinics - Providing support with waiting times across Greater Manchester and Cheshire, including attendance at one peripheral clinic. Radiotherapy and SACT Services Inpatient Services - primarily Wards 11, 12, 4 and the Oncology Assessment Unit Multi-Disciplinary Team meetings Team meetings Educational meetings Audit The role will be responsible for: Management of patients with Prostate and Bladder cancer receiving standard therapy including treatment decisions and ongoing care. Participating in all relevant aspects of clinical governance, including maintaining up to date protocols, guidelines and clinical audit Contributing to current research projects and establish new opportunities to expand and develop research within the team. Revision and development of evidence-based protocols for patients and undertaking the administrative duties associated with the care of their patients. Maintaining a level of continuing professional development consistent with the recommendations of the Royal College of Radiologists Actively contributing to the training of junior doctors and other multi-disciplinary team members in both in-patient and outpatient departments. The appointee will have office accommodation and access to secretarial support. Continuing Professional Development (CPD)The Trust supports the requirements for CPD as laid down by the GMC and royal colleges and is committed to providing time and financial support for these activities. Job PlanningThe job plan outlines the requirements of the post and may be altered by joint agreement with the Divisional Clinical Director and Service Manager and in response to service needs. Job Plans are also subject to an annual review (May September) as detailed in the Trusts Job Planning Policy. It is expected that the initial Job Plan discussion will take place within the first six months of employment at the Trust. The annual review will examine all aspects of the job plan (including any Educational components) and will also include an assessment of professional development with defined goals for the future. Job Plan TimetableThe timetable below is indicative and will be confirmed on commencement in post. It is the requirement of the Trust that all new consultant colleagues must have 0.25 SPAs within their job plan to support Trust appraisal and supervision requirements. This can either be as appraiser or a supervisor for medical staff or Advanced clinical Practitioners. Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday AM SPA Planning Admin SPA SHH Urology MDT ( Virtual) Planning / admin PM SPA Chemo Clinic Clinic at Royal Oldham Hospital OP clinic Christie OP Clinic at Christie Person Specification Qualifications Essential RCR Fellowship or equivalent GMC registration with a license to practice Desirable ARSAC license holder Research / Publications Desirable Research experience Training Essential Certificate of completed specialist training or equivalent (or within 6 months of CCT by interview) Experience Essential Advanced Trainee Competencies GU cancers Desirable Knowledge and experience of advanced imaging modalities and adaptive radiotherapy Knowledge of continuing NHS and Royal College Reforms Person Specification Qualifications Essential RCR Fellowship or equivalent GMC registration with a license to practice Desirable ARSAC license holder Research / Publications Desirable Research experience Training Essential Certificate of completed specialist training or equivalent (or within 6 months of CCT by interview) Experience Essential Advanced Trainee Competencies GU cancers Desirable Knowledge and experience of advanced imaging modalities and adaptive radiotherapy Knowledge of continuing NHS and Royal College Reforms 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. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information 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. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name The Christie NHS FT Address Clinical Oncology - E00084 Manchester M20 4BX Employer's website https://www.christie.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)