Job Overview
This is a Trust Grade doctor at core level post to work alongside our existing Specialist Trainees in Oncology. The successful candidate will join the existing consultants and trainees in providing a full and comprehensive Oncology service across Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire.
The Oncology Department offers a comprehensive service to patients including chemotherapy, targeted agents, complex IMRT and stereotactic treatments. The treatment of all cancers is becoming increasingly complex with an increase in the options of radiotherapy and systemic therapies available.
This post does not have educational approval but if appropriate, you would be supported to develop your CV towards applying for an oncology training number. It would also suit those who would like some additional experience in Oncology, working in a supportive department.
Qualifications
Candidates require a minimum of 12 months NHS experience. Candidates will preferably possess MRCP (UK) or equivalent. Applicants without MRCP must provide evidence of appropriate knowledge, training and experience, including two years as an SHO with at least 18 months experience in Acute Medicine including 6 months unselected take. Prior experience in Oncology is desirable but not a prerequisite.
Responsibilities
1. Supervise, monitor and assist the Foundation doctors (F1/2) in the day-to-day management of inpatients
2. Liaise with nurses, doctors, patients, relatives and senior medical staff
3. Attend and participate in ward rounds as timetabled
4. Take part in rostered emergency work
5. Dictate discharge summaries
6. Attend weekly educational and multidisciplinary sessions
7. Teach medical students as directed
8. Co-operate with members of the personnel department when monitoring hours of work and other personnel issues
9. Attend induction in each hospital or new department
10. Comply with all local policies including dress code, annual and study leave
Strategy & Values
Our new strategy, 'Leading in healthcare, trusted in communities', is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030). It focuses on four primary goals:
* High-quality care for all
* Being a great place to work
* Partnerships for impact
* Research and education excellence
Health equality is embedded in all we do, taking active steps to reduce avoidable differences in healthcare. Our values ensure an everyday reality for all:
* We are compassionate
* We are proud
* We are inclusive
* We are one team
This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.
This advert closes on Friday 20 Feb 2026.
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