We are excited to be looking for a new colleague to join our expanding team of doctors based in North Wales. We are currently seeking a Specialty Doctor with experience in oncology 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 service.
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 communities.
The successful candidate will be based in the North Wales Cancer Treatment Centre in Ysbyty Glan Clwyd.
We encourage and welcome applications from colleagues who have a keen interest in education and learning.
Main duties of the job
1. Supervision and care of oncology patients receiving treatment on the Chemotherapy Day Unit and Radiotherapy department.
2. Assessment and advice to clinical teams caring for oncology patients admitted under the care of general physicians/surgeons via the acute oncology team.
3. Supervision with fellow specialist registrars and clinical fellows with consultant oversight of oncology inpatients.
4. Outpatient oncology practice under consultant supervision on a rotational basis.
5. Teaching of medical and non-medical staff.
About us
Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) is the largest health organisation in Wales. It provides a full range of primary, community, mental health and acute hospital services for a population of around 676,000 people across the six counties of North Wales (Anglesey, Gwynedd, Conwy, Denbighshire, Flintshire and Wrexham) as well as some parts of mid Wales, Cheshire and Shropshire.
The Health Board employs around 16,100 staff and has a budget of around £1.2 billion. It is responsible for the operation of three district general hospitals (Ysbyty Gwynedd in Bangor, Ysbyty Glan Clwyd near Rhyl, and Wrexham Maelor Hospital) as well as 18 other acute and community hospitals, and a network of over 90 health centres, clinics, community health team bases and mental health units. It also co-ordinates the work of 115 GP practices and NHS services provided by North Wales dentists, opticians and pharmacies.
The service is constantly evolving and this post, in conjunction with the existing and new posts, will develop the next phase of the North Wales Haematology Service.
This post will be based at the North Wales Cancer Treatment Centre but require attendance at Bangor or Wrexham hospitals.
Applicants and prospective applicants are encouraged to ring and/or visit the departments to meet our team. The department is extremely well equipped for a wide range of procedures.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This is a full-time post with your main base at Glan Clwyd Hospital. The duties will be those of a Middle Grade Doctor, and will include Acute Oncology work, ward work (including Day Case activities on the Heulwen Day Unit), supervision of more junior colleagues, attendance at out-patient clinics and radiotherapy, and oncology referral duties within the hospital. Clinical commitments may entail attendance at one of our outlying hospitals (Bangor or Wrexham).
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
* GMC Registered
* MB BS or recognised equivalent
* MRCP or equivalent experience
* FRCR Part 1 or equivalent
Desirable
* FRCR Part 2
Training
Essential
* Minimum of 4 years full time hospital service in FY2/SHO or higher grade, including 2 years in Oncology/Haematology/Palliative Care
* Broad training in general medicine
Desirable
* One year at Specialist Registrar Grade
* Teaching of junior medical staff, nursing staff.
* Training in evidence-based medicine
Academic Achievements/Research/Publications
Essential
* Evidence of participation in Audit locally
Desirable
* Academic training with research publication / Teaching experience
Experience
Essential
* Able to work with colleagues from multiple professional groups and grades to ensure the delivery of a high quality, safe and reliable service
* Familiar with clinical governance
Desirable
* Experience in clinical governance
Personal Skills/Qualities
Essential
* Demonstrates good interpersonal skills with patients, relatives and other colleagues
* Excellent communication skills
* Hardworking, enthusiastic, conscientious and flexible
* Works well as part of a team
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