Clinical Oncology - Consultant (Breast & Colorectal / Lung & Upper GI)
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Consultant Clinical Oncologist with specialist interests in Breast and Colorectal cancers to join a well-established Oncology service in the East of England. This Consultant post offers the opportunity to work within an integrated cancer service delivering high-quality multidisciplinary Oncology care, with strong links to regional cancer centres and extensive opportunities in research, teaching, and service development.
The successful appointee will act as Lead Oncologist for Breast Clinical Oncology and Colorectal Clinical Oncology, contributing to the ongoing expansion and development of the Oncology service. The role will involve close collaboration with multidisciplinary teams and regional cancer networks to deliver modern evidence‑based cancer care across systemic therapy and radiotherapy pathways.
Main Duties & Responsibilities
* Lead and deliver Oncology services for Breast and Colorectal cancers
* Participate in multidisciplinary team (MDT) meetings for Oncology patients
* Provide clinical leadership in Radiotherapy and Oncology services
* Deliver systemic anti‑cancer therapies, including chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and targeted therapies
* Participate in Acute Oncology Service (AOS) support for inpatients and outpatients
* Contribute to clinical governance, audit, and service improvement initiatives
* Support ongoing development of evidence‑based pathways and clinical protocols
* Participate in teaching, education, and supervision of trainees and junior doctors
* Contribute to research activity and increase patient recruitment into clinical trials
* Participate in Continuing Professional Development (CPD) and appraisal processes
Department & Service Overview
* Dedicated Cancer Care and Treatment Unit
* 12‑bedded inpatient Oncology and Haematology ward
* Chemotherapy Suite with scalp cooling facilities
* Cancer Wellbeing and Support Centre
* Acute Oncology Service
* Integrated palliative care support
* Access to regional radiotherapy services and specialist cancer centres
Breast & Colorectal Oncology Services
The successful appointee will join a highly collaborative multidisciplinary Oncology service with strong regional links in Breast and Colorectal cancer management.
Key Aspects Of The Role Include
* Participation in Breast and Colorectal MDTs
* Radiotherapy planning and review sessions
* Systemic anti‑cancer treatment delivery
* Management of acute Oncology presentations
* Access to regional radiotherapy centres and specialist oncology hubs
* Involvement in clinical trials and research programmes
Research, Innovation & Teaching
* Clinical trials and translational Oncology research
* Undergraduate and postgraduate teaching
* Educational supervision and mentorship
* Audit and quality improvement projects
* Leadership and management development programmes
* Fellowship opportunities in medical leadership and management
Person Specification
Essential
* MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
* MRCP Part 1 and Part 2
* FRCR qualification
* Full GMC Registration with Licence to Practise
* Entry on the GMC Specialist Register or within six months of CCT/CESR
* Clinical training equivalent to UK CCT in Clinical Oncology
* Extensive experience in chemotherapy prescribing, including E‑prescribing
* Experience in Acute Oncology
* Strong multidisciplinary team working and communication skills
* Commitment to teaching, clinical governance, and service development
Desirable
* Postgraduate thesis awarded or pending
* Advanced communication skills training
* Research and clinical trial experience
* Leadership and management interests
* Experience contributing to service redesign and quality improvement initiatives
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