Job summary We are looking for a Clinical Fellow to join our existing Palliative Care Team, at Southend Hospital. Recent strategic developments across the area as part of the Sustainability and Transformation Plan (STP) has seen the creation of a single integrated medical team for Oncology working across the three acute trust - Southend University Hospital, Basildon and Thurrock University Hospital and Mid-Essex Hospital. The vision for this larger single team will facilitate cross cover, support increased sub specialisation and facilitate individual job plans in line with Royal College Guidance on tumour site cover. Main duties of the job This post will provide good experience for career development within oncology. Although the post is particularly related to the Oncology wards, there will be opportunities to undertake outpatient work within the time table. Provide oncological support to patients in Southend University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, working in conjunction with Consultants, junior doctors and palliative care nursing team. Manage patients and provide advice and support to other clinical teams within Southend University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and, if necessary, other sites for occasional cross over, in particular; Assessment of patients having inpatient chemotherapy Support junior doctors on Oncology wards To participate and attend the relevant MDMs which are key to patient management To provide cover (where appropriate) for colleagues periods of leave To participate in the Acute Oncology Service, and the registrar on-call rota To cover chemotherapy unit, if required in cases of A/L etc. Multidisciplinary team working is a key component of the working in the department. To work alongside colleagues across the multi-disciplinary team to ensure a high quality and safe service for patients is maintained at all times. About us Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust is now one of the largest in the country, with a workforce of approximately 15,000 who serve a population of 1.2 million people. We work together, and in conjunction with MSE Health and Care Partnership, to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and wellbeing of our patients in a compassionate way, and provide a respectful, but vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers. From facilities through to consultant specialists we want to be the best, to achieve this we need to recruit not just those who are the finest in their field but also those who have the potential to be. Yes, experience is important but so is outlook - if you are dynamic, forward-thinking and enthusiastic we want you to join us. We not only offer you a good working environment with flexible working opportunities, but also the opportunity to develop your career with access to appropriate training for your job and the support to succeed and progress. Date posted 26 February 2025 Pay scheme Hospital medical and dental staff Grade Doctor - other Salary £37,068 to £48,637 a year Per Annum (Pro rata for Part Time) - MN37 Contract Fixed term Duration 12 months Working pattern Full-time Reference number 390-MR-ONC-SO-8719-A Job locations Southend Southend SS0 0RY Job description Job responsibilities This post will provide good experience for career development within oncology. Although the post is particularly related to the Oncology wards, there will be opportunities to undertake outpatient work within the time table. Provide oncological support to patients in Southend University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, working in conjunction with Consultants, junior doctors and palliative care nursing team. Manage patients and provide advice and support to other clinical teams within Southend University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and, if necessary, other sites for occasional cross over, in particular Assessment of patients having inpatient chemotherapy Support junior doctors on Oncology wards To participate and attend the relevant MDMs which are key to patient management To provide cover (where appropriate) for colleagues periods of leave To participate in the Acute Oncology Service, and the registrar on-call rota To cover chemotherapy unit, if required in cases of A/L etc Multidisciplinary team working is a key component of the working in the department. To work alongside colleagues across the multi-disciplinary team to ensure a high quality and safe service for patients is maintained at all times. To provide cover for colleagues annual leave and other authorised absences. To ensure that proper clinical records are made and maintained. To ensure that all inpatients are regularly reviewed and appropriate management plans are in place for all patients. To undertake continuing medical education facilitated by funded study leave. To participate in clinical audit, and to maintain proper clinical records for this purpose. To undertake administrative duties associated with the care of patients Job description Job responsibilities This post will provide good experience for career development within oncology. Although the post is particularly related to the Oncology wards, there will be opportunities to undertake outpatient work within the time table. Provide oncological support to patients in Southend University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, working in conjunction with Consultants, junior doctors and palliative care nursing team. Manage patients and provide advice and support to other clinical teams within Southend University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and, if necessary, other sites for occasional cross over, in particular Assessment of patients having inpatient chemotherapy Support junior doctors on Oncology wards To participate and attend the relevant MDMs which are key to patient management To provide cover (where appropriate) for colleagues periods of leave To participate in the Acute Oncology Service, and the registrar on-call rota To cover chemotherapy unit, if required in cases of A/L etc Multidisciplinary team working is a key component of the working in the department. To work alongside colleagues across the multi-disciplinary team to ensure a high quality and safe service for patients is maintained at all times. To provide cover for colleagues annual leave and other authorised absences. To ensure that proper clinical records are made and maintained. To ensure that all inpatients are regularly reviewed and appropriate management plans are in place for all patients. To undertake continuing medical education facilitated by funded study leave. To participate in clinical audit, and to maintain proper clinical records for this purpose. To undertake administrative duties associated with the care of patients Person Specification Communication Skills Essential Communication Effective communication skills: demonstrates clarity in written/spoken communication and capacity to adapt language as appropriate to the situation. Empathy and sensitivity: capacity to listen and take in others' perspectives Works in partnership with patients: always considers patients preferences when discussing treatment options Desirable Personal Skills Team working: demonstrated experience working in a team, values the input of other professionals in the team Eligibility Essential Eligibility to work in the UK Full GMC registration Qualifications Essential MBBS or Equivalent Desirable MRCP Person Specification Communication Skills Essential Communication Effective communication skills: demonstrates clarity in written/spoken communication and capacity to adapt language as appropriate to the situation. Empathy and sensitivity: capacity to listen and take in others' perspectives Works in partnership with patients: always considers patients preferences when discussing treatment options Desirable Personal Skills Team working: demonstrated experience working in a team, values the input of other professionals in the team Eligibility Essential Eligibility to work in the UK Full GMC registration Qualifications Essential MBBS or Equivalent Desirable MRCP 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. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). 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. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). 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. 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. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). 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. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). 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 Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust Address Southend Southend SS0 0RY Employer's website https://www.mse.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)