This post is for 8 Programmed Activities (PAs) per week on a substantive contract within the Medical Oncology Breast Disease Group. The outpatient clinics are held at The Christie main site and Bolton satellite center, with MDTs attended remotely from Bolton. The appointed Medical Oncologist will work with the Breast team to provide comprehensive clinical services for breast patients across outpatient, inpatient, and ambulatory settings, including SACT, and will contribute to the Breast MDT.
Main duties of the job
The appointee is expected to develop a significant interest in Breast oncology, delivering systemic therapy and undertaking clinic duties at the Withington site and Bolton. The team manages around 940 new and 14,000 follow-up patients annually through Breast clinics. The role involves multidisciplinary collaboration with nurses, specialists, researchers, and participation in research trials supported by dedicated staff. The post also involves active engagement in systemic therapy delivery and research activities.
About us
The Christie is a leading European cancer centre treating over 60,000 patients annually, with extensive radiotherapy, chemotherapy, surgery, and research services. It is recognized for pioneering research and clinical trials, ranking as the best in the UK for cancer research.
Job responsibilities
The timetable is indicative and will be confirmed on appointment. All new consultants must have 0.25 SPAs for appraisal and supervision, which can be as an appraiser or supervisor.
Sample weekly timetable
AM sessions include clinics at main and Bolton sites, MDTs, and ward rounds. PM sessions include clinics, MDTs, admin, and supervision activities. The total PAs include outpatient clinics, MDT, admin, SPA, and on-call commitments, totaling 8 PAs per week.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* Entry on the GMC specialist register
Experience
* Research relevant to oncology
* Experience in Oncology, especially Breast Cancer
* Clinical trials experience and GCP accreditation
* Teaching and audit experience
* Recent peer-reviewed publications
Other
This post is subject to DBS check. Salary ranges from £109,725 to £145,478 per annum, pro-rata.
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