Overview
Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust is offering a rare opportunity to combine a rewarding job in oncology with an unrivalled lifestyle in the heart of one of the most beautiful areas of the country.
We are seeking an enthusiastic clinical oncologist to join our team at Torbay, with a particular interest in Breast and Urology; we are happy to be flexible on a 2nd tumour site. This is a fixed term post for 12 months.
We recognise that individual job satisfaction and a healthy work/life balance are vital to maintaining a successful oncology team. Please discuss how this role would suit you best. Consideration will be given to candidates wishing to work part-time and job-share opportunities.
Responsibilities
* Work with existing oncologists to contribute to research, clinical governance, audit, training of junior staff and medical students and undertake CME/CPD according to the requirements of your College.
* Be involved in flexible job planning to support work-life balance; help create a job plan that suits your interests and expertise.
* Collaborate with the Oncology Department to support service development, clinical governance, and teaching.
* Participate in research activities and contribute to the cancer clinical trials portfolio as part of a multidisciplinary team.
* Engage in teaching and training of junior staff and medical students; support CME/CPD requirements.
Qualifications
* GMC Specialist Register with a licence to practice or be within 6 months of the expected date of receipt of a CCT at the time of interview.
* Interest in Breast and Urology; flexibility for a second tumour site.
Department and Team
The Oncology Department at Torbay Hospital is concentrated on one site and includes a chemotherapy day unit (with a sea view), dedicated oncology outpatient rooms and an 18-bed oncology/haematology ward. The team comprises 9 Clinical Oncologists, 3 Medical Oncologists, 1 Specialist Doctor, 3 Specialty Doctors, 2 Clinical Fellows, and 3 registrars, supported by cancer nurse specialists and radiographers. The team also includes a successful cancer clinical trials unit with a varied portfolio.
Additional Details
* Fixed term: 12 months.
* Part-time and job-share opportunities would be considered.
* Location: Torbay Hospital, Torbay, Devon.
Seniority level
* Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Part-time
Job function
* Clinical Oncology
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