Job summary
We are excited to be looking for a new colleague to join our expanding team of substantive consultants based in North Wales. We are currently looking for a number of Clinical Oncologist Consultants in a range of sub-specialities to strengthen our workforce so that we can provide the best care to the people of north Wales.
The Cancer Division is going through a process of change and is keen to embrace new models of working and innovation. We have recently welcomed Physician's Associates and increasing numbers of Advanced Nurse Practitioners following successful business case applications. We have also recruited our first Consultant Radiographer and we are exploring various technologies to support the North Wales Cancer Treatment centre is ideally located at the centre of the region and caters for large volumes of patients daily. All three cancer treatment centres in North Wales have been funded by public donations and we are lucky to have such passionate and supportive successful candidate will be based in Glan Clwyd Hospital. There is an on call element to the role and you will be required to take part on a 1 in 8 encourage and welcome applications from colleagues who specialise in other tumour sites and will work to create a job plan that is beneficial to the individual and the successful candidate will be appointed to the amended Welsh Consultant contract.
Main duties of the job
o To provide specialist oncological services to the population served with special reference to the common cancers and agreed appropriate oncology subspecialties and to be an active participant in each of these multidisciplinary teams.
o To develop a site specialist and research interest on both hospital sites. This will include developing clinical research and entering patients into appropriate national and international studies.
o To provide regular ward rounds for oncology inpatients on Enfys Ward, North Wales Cancer Treatment Centre & in the main hospital site as necessary.
o To work closely with clinical consultant colleagues and to provide seamless cancer care for all patients.
o To work closely with colleagues in other Divisions to assist in providing an efficient service for patients transferring between the different disciplines and during the patient journey.
o To liaise with colleagues in oncology, haematology and palliative care to provide inpatient cover for oncology patients.
o To develop and participate in collaborative initiatives, having a high regard for clinical effectiveness and to the practice of evidence based medicine.
About us
If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales. Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and 'Proud to Lead' competence framework.
Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the "Disability Confident Employer" scheme.
Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.
Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Candidates are encouraged to refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further information.
Person Specification
Qualifications / Clinical Skills
Essential
1. oFull GMC Registration
2. oMB ChB or equivalent
3. oFRCR or equivalent
4. oInclusion on Specialist Register or, if in training, eligible for inclusion on the register within 6 months
5. oCCT or equivalent (equivalence must be confirmed by GMC by date of AAC)
Desirable
6. oHigher Degree
Special Knowledge / Abilities / and / or experience
Essential
7. oAppropriate experience in training grade posts at SpR/SR level
8. oEquivalent training accepted by Royal College / GMC for Specialist Registrar
Personal Skills / Qualities
Essential
9. oDemonstrates good interpersonal skills with patients, relatives and members of the clinical team
10. oAbility to gain confidence and trust
11. oAbility to cope with pressure
12. oAbility to respond to change
13. oPolite Manner
Desirable
14. Leadership skills appropriate to: oDirecting and teaching medical, nursing and other professions allied to medicine
15. oParticipating in and leading multidisciplinary teams
Research
Essential
16. oPublished research
17. oActively encourages research with junior and other staff
Desirable
18. oResearch degree
Additional Requirements
Essential
19. oCommitment to continuing personal development and medical education
20. oCRB disclosure at an enhanced level
21. oAbility to educate and train junior medical staff
22. oExcellent communication skills
Desirable
23. oGood IT skills
24. Ability to travel between sites in a timely manner
25. oComputer skills
26. oExcellent communication skills