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University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay has a firm commitment to strengthening the diversity of our workforce, and therefore welcome and encourage applications from likeminded people who can support our ambition to become effortlessly inclusive. We are particularly keen to hear from protected groups – including BAME, LGBT+ and people with a disability.
Job overview
We have 2 Vacancies for full-time substantive (10 PA) appointments for Medical Oncologists to join a motivated, friendly and experienced Oncology team at the University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Trust. You will preferably demonstrate an interest in Lung, Upper GI or Colorectal Cancer and will also be expected to share acute oncology duties with the rest of the consultant team.
Applicants with other site specialist interests or who are seeking to work part-time or flexibly will also be considered.
A Financial Incentive package may be available for the right candidate
Main duties of the job
This post represents a career opportunity for a clinician with imagination, drive and commitment to work with the other Oncology Consultants and the wider cancer multidisciplinary team. You would be expected to work in two main tumour sites with some flexibility depending on the preferences of the candidate but ideally covering systemic therapy for Lung, Upper GI or Colorectal Cancer, working in partnership with the current UHMB.
You will also contribute to the acute oncology inpatient service in UHMB although there is currently no on call commitment associated with the post.
This is a pan-UHMB appointment and the appointee will be expected to work across at least two of the three UHMB sites: Royal Lancaster Infirmary, Westmoreland General Hospital, and Furness General Hospital. The Trust is a recognised Cancer Unit, providing systemic therapy for all common tumour sites.
Working for our organisation
One of the largest employers in the area, we have approximately 6,000 staff working across our sites. The Hospitals are situated on the edge of the Lake District, surrounded by an area of outstanding natural beauty offering outdoor and recreational activities. The Trust has a keen interest and deep involvement in medical and dental education at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please find a detailed Job description and Person Specification for this role attached. You must be fully registered with the GMC with a license to practice and be eligible for inclusion on the Specialist Register or be within 6 months of obtaining your CCT at the time of interview.
Interview date to be confirmed.
We welcome informal discussions/visits.
Person specification
Qualifications
* Full registration with the General Medical Council MRCP or equivalent
* Specialist Registrar in Medical Oncology or equivalent recognised training
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The Trust promotes flexible working opportunities wherever possible to enable staff to balance their work and home life. We are committed to Equal Opportunities and aim to be Effortlessly Inclusive.
The trust operates a No Smoking Policy.
Only those applicants who demonstrate clearly how they meet our Person Specification will be shortlisted for Interview.
We reserve the right to close a job advert early where sufficient applications have been received.
The Trust does not offer interview expenses to shortlisted candidates unless indicated in the advert.
If the post is subject to Disclosure & Barring Service checking, a charge of £38 for Enhanced and £18 for Standard clearance will be made to the successful candidate(s). This currently only applies to roles Band 6 and above and Medical & Dental posts.
Anyone newly appointed to the trust under the Agenda For Change contract will be subject to the completion of a satisfactory 6 month probationary period.
We have introduced a new system called Pre-Onboarding, specifically to support you right the way through to your first few months in your new role with us at UHMB. This bespoke site has lots of useful information to help you settle into your new role.
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You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
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