Job overview
The appointee will join the team of 31 Clinical/Medical Consultant Oncologists who work across Sussex (Worthing, Brighton, Haywards Heath, Eastbourne and Hastings) in delivering a comprehensive oncology service for patients from across the Trust.
Main duties of the job
Key duties will include regular outpatient clinics, MDT attendance, SACT prescribing and Radiotherapy planning oversight, clinical supervision of non-medical staff, clinical governance, service developments and ward reviews. It is anticipated that the post holder will look to take on leadership/development roles within the division and will be supported to do so. It is also anticipated that they will take an active role in education for trainees at all grades.
Working for our organisation
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always deliver Excellent Care Everywhere, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating.
Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of staff networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in.
We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 3) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
For further details regarding this position, please refer the the full Job Description and Person Specification
Person specification
Experience/Qualifications
Essential criteria
1. Basic Medical degree
2. Postgraduate qualification FRCR Clinical Oncology or its recognised equivalent
3. Full registration and a licence to practice with the General Medical Council
4. Completed a minimum of 12 years medical/dental work (either continuous period or in aggregate) since obtaining a primary medical/dental qualification, of which a minimum of six years should have been in a relevant specialty in the Specialty Doctor and/or closed SAS grades. Equivalent years’ experience in a relevant specialty from other medical/dental grades including from overseas will also be accepted
Desirable criteria
5. Higher Degree
Clinical Skills and Experience
Essential criteria
6. Experience working in Oncology services across a range of tumour sites at a senior level.
7. Experience in both radiotherapy and systemic anti-cancer therapy
8. Experience of supervising multiprofessional teams in Oncology
9. Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues.
Knowledge
Desirable criteria
10. Breadth of experience in and outside specialty
Organisation and Planning
Essential criteria
11. Experience and ability to work in multi-professional teams
12. Understanding of: NHS / Clinical governance / Resource constraints
Desirable criteria
13. Evidence of managerial skills: Achievements / Course attended
Teaching Skills
Essential criteria
14. Evidence of an interest and commitment to teaching
Desirable criteria
15. Recognised teaching qualification
Academic and Research
Essential criteria
16. Evidence of participation in audit
Desirable criteria
17. Research experience
18. Publications
19. Prizes and honours
Career Progression
Essential criteria
20. Appropriate progression of career to date
Personal Attributes
Essential criteria
21. Evidence of:- Good communication skills both oral and written
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