We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Consultant in Medical Oncology with a specialist interest in Breast and Gynaecological malignancies to join our dynamic oncology team. This is a 10PA substantive post, offering an exciting opportunity to contribute to the delivery of world-class cancer care, research, and innovation.
This role within the Department of Oncology will increase the provision of support and management of patients with breast and gynaecological malignancies.; the appointed candidate will join an existing team of 10 oncology medical staff including consultants, SAS doctors and specialist trainees. On joining the department, you will become part of a well-established, friendly team and will help us continue to drive forward improvements in the service that we provide to our patients. The role will include weekly MDT meetings in breast and gynaecological malignancies, clinics in these tumour sites and contribution to the acute oncology service.
Clinical Duties
* Multidisciplinary team working is key component of the working within the Trust and involves regular MDT discussions with colleagues
* Providing evidence-based care for patients in a multidisciplinary setting
* Continuing responsibility for the care of patients in your charge, including all administrative duties associated with patient care (with secretarial support)
* Development of sub-specialty interests that fit in with Division needs and the strategic direction of the Trust.
* Responsibilities for carrying out teaching, examination and accreditation duties are required, and for contributing to undergraduate and post-graduate and continuing medical education activity
* Provision of cover for Consultant colleagues’ periods of leave in accordance with arrangements agreed within Trust policy
* Participation in clinical audit and in continuing medical education.
* Conducting suitable duties in cases of emergencies and unforeseen circumstances
* The post holder will not participate in an out of hours consultant rota, detailed within the job plan section
Our STAR values are at the heart of everything we do. You can expect to see them in the way we act and the way we treat each other. Our values make us who we are. We will expect your values and behaviours to reflect the STAR Values of the organisation:
* Service: We will put our patients first
* Teamwork: We will work together
* Ambition: We will aspire to provide the best service
* Respect: We will act with integrity
Management and Leadership Responsibilities
All staff in each Division are managerially accountable through their Lead Clinician to the Associate Medical Director, who has overall responsibility for the services within the Division. Consultants are key members of the Division and are accountable and responsible for leading changes to service that will improve the patient experience.
* To support the Clinical Lead in policy and strategy development as a senior member of the Division Management Team.
* To contribute to the leadership and development of Services under the direction of the Clinical Lead and Associate Medical Director and in line with the Trust’s business plans.
* The post holder will ensure effective communication and involvement of staff across the Division including support to the Divisional Director to achieve their objectives.
* Work in partnership with colleagues in other Divisions within the Trust.
* As part of the Division Management Team, assist in the cost-effective utilisation of resources, including pay and non-pay items such as equipment and drugs, within budgets.
* Work within the Trust’s framework for Clinical Governance and Risk, including the development of clinical policies and adherence to standing orders standing financial instructions and financial procedures.
* Undertake direct supervision of junior colleagues and participate in departmental/trust wide teaching programmes.
* Undertake investigations and report writing for incidents and participate in clinical risk management
* Appointed candidates will embody the STAR values and use the principles of the NHS Constitution for England to guide decisions.
Please find attached a full job description & person specification
This advert closes on Tuesday 16 Dec 2025
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