The post holder will be a central member of a multidisciplinary team providing inpatient and outpatient oncology care, with a focus on supporting the Acute Oncology team. The post is non‑training, however, opportunities for development will be available.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be supported in keeping themselves up to date with current knowledge & practice, expected to attend clinical meetings within the department & to participate in audit & in‑service training of other healthcare professionals.
Candidates must have full GMC Registration, and a familiarity with issues of service organisation and development would be particularly advantageous.
The post holder will be required to deputise for absent colleagues from time to time and to perform additional duties in occasional emergencies and unforeseen circumstances.
About us
Our benefits
* Access to the NHS Pension Scheme, providing generous benefits upon retirement, as well as a lump sum and pension for dependants
* 27 days holiday rising to 33 days (depending on NHS Trust service)
* A variety of different types of paid and unpaid leave covering emergency and planned leave
* Confidential advice and support on personal, work, family and relationship issues, 24/7, from our Employee Assistance Programme
* NHS Car Lease scheme and Cycle to Work scheme
* An extensive range of learning and development opportunities
* Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping, motoring, cinema and finance from a range of providers
For further information on the fantastic range of benefits we offer please visit the Trust's dedicated Staff Benefits pages.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For more information please see the job description attached.
Our Trust continues to strongly encourage our staff to be vaccinated against COVID19; this remains our best defence to protect our patients, ourselves and everyone else.
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Disability Confident and Mindful Employer
The Trust is committed to meeting the needs of employees and applicants with a disability or mental health condition. Our support for these schemes includes encouraging applications from people who are disabled or have a mental health condition, offering adjustments to make our application process accessible.
Person Specification
Experience & Knowledge
Essential
* Able to demonstrate a high level of clinical experience and skill.
* Written and spoken English adequate to enable effective communication about medical topics with patients & colleagues
Desirable
* 12 months continuous experience within the NHS
Qualifications & Training
Essential
* Has achieved MBChB or equivalent medical qualification.
* Eligible for full GMC registration with licence to practice at time of starting the post.
* At least 2 years of oncology experience (in addition to foundation training).
* Satisfactory completion of F1/F2 post or equivalent.
Desirable
* Full MRCP.
Knowledge & Skills
Essential
* Competence in basic clinical procedures.
* Ability to assess, recognise and initiate management of the acutely ill patient and play an effective part in advanced life support.
* Aware of own limits.
Desirable
* Evidence of continuous professional development.
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