Consultant

Consultant (Medical/Clinical) Oncologist in Breast Cancer

Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

CQC: Requires improvement

Sheffield

Salary

£113,565 – £150,569

Posted

6 days ago

About the role

We are looking to appoint a whole time Substantive Consultant (Medical or Clinical) Oncologist in Breast Cancer to Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust based at Weston Park Cancer Centre, with outreach clinics within the SYBND cancer alliance. Our patients are not numbers they are individuals, Proud to make a Difference is not just our slogan but the way we do things. If you are looking for a Consultant Oncologist role that excites you, stretches your potential and gives you job satisfaction we would love to hear from you. Should any further vacancies arise shortlisted applicants will be considered.

The appointee will, together with Consultant colleagues be responsible for the provision of cancer services across the above mentioned disease sites. The appointee will join established multidisciplinary teams for these cancers. Successful candidates will be expected to participate in our acute oncology and on-call services rota which currently equates to 0.11 PA.The successful candidate will work according to the terms and conditions of the national consultant contract. Please refer to the supporting job description and person specification which will outline the duties of the role including an indicative job plan.

Consultant (Medical/Clinical) Oncologist in Breast Cancer

Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

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Located on rolling hills and dissected by river valleys, Sheffield is one of the greenest and most wooded cities in Europe. More than a third of the city lies inside the beautiful Peak District National Park, and it is virtually surrounded by open countryside. Its central location and excellent transport links also means it is less than two hours from most major metropolitan areas.

With two leading universities, strong working relationships with our local Cancer Alliance and Weston Park Cancer Charity, we have an impressive track record of leading oncology transformation, clinical research and developing new care, treatments, and innovations for our patients. Sheffield also offers a perfect mix of vibrant city life, culture spots, and beautiful outdoor spaces right on your doorstep - including the Peak District National Park. With excellent schools, transport links, and employment opportunities, it's a lovely place to make your home and raise a family.

Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's busiest and most successful NHS foundation trusts. This is an exceptional opportunity to join an award winning and internationally recognised team, with a focus on innovation, research and high-quality care, as well as family friendly working, and we are keen to discuss with individuals about how we can support their ambitions.

Person specification

Essential

Full registration (with a licence to practise) with the General Medical Council (GMC).
Name on the specialist register for relevant specialty or eligible within 6 months of the date of the interview
If an applicant is UK trained, they must also be a holder of a Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT), or be within six months of award of CCT by date of interview.
MRCP (or equivalent)
FRCR (or equivalent) - For Clinical Oncologist
Ability to critically assess published research and incorporate it into clinical practice where appropriate
Extensive training and broad experience in Medical or Clinical Oncology.
Previous experience in the management of the site specific cancers applied for.
Awareness of new developments in the specialty with the ability to assess critically the impact of these on the service
Ability to work as an independent practitioner.
Experience of teaching student doctors and doctors in training at all levels
Evidence of participation in CME/CPD in the last 12 months of employment
Evidence of the understanding of the systems and structures of NHS Management
Experience in performing clinical audit
Demonstrates behaviour consistent with PROUD values
Ensures value for money is considered in all that they do
Good time management skills
Good oral and written communication skills

Desirable

MD or PhD or equivalent
Publications in Peer reviewed journals.
Maintenance of a CPD diary or portfolio
Completion and publication of a substantive audit project or service improvement project