Consultant Medical Oncologist

Job title:

Consultant Medical Oncologist

Company:

British Medical Journal

Job description

We are excited to be looking for a new colleague to join our expanding team of substantive consultants based in North Wales. We are currently seeking a Medical Oncologist Consultant with an interest in lung cancers to strengthen our workforce so that we can provide the best care to the people of north Wales.The Cancer Division is going through a process of change and is keen to embrace new models of working and innovation. We have recently welcomed Physician’s Associates and increasing numbers of Advanced Nurse Practitioners following successful business case applications. We have also recruited our first Consultant Radiographer and we are exploring various technologies to support the service.The North Wales Cancer Treatment centre is ideally located at the centre of the region and caters for large volumes of patients daily. All three cancer treatment centres in North Wales have been funded by public donations and we are lucky to have such passionate and supportive communities. The successful candidate will be based in Ysbyty Gwynedd. There is an on-call element to the role and you will be required to take part on a 1 in 5 basis.We encourage and welcome applications from colleagues who specialise in other tumour sites and will work to create a job plan that is beneficial to the individual and the department.Main duties of the jobTo provide specialist oncological services to the population served with special reference to the common cancers and agreed appropriate oncology subspecialties and to be an active participant in each of these multidisciplinary teams.To work closely with clinical consultant colleagues and to provide seamless cancer care for all patients.To work closely with colleagues in other Divisions to assist in providing an efficient service for patients transferring between the different disciplines and during the patient journey.To liaise with colleagues in Oncology, Haematology and Palliative Care to provide inpatient cover for oncology patients.To develop a site specialist and research interest. This will include developing clinical research and entering patients into appropriate national and international studies.To develop and participate in collaborative initiatives, having a high regard for clinical effectiveness and to the practice of evidence based medicine.To participate in audit and teaching and to have responsibility for ensuring active participation in continuing medical education (CME).About usIf you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and ‘Proud to Lead’ competence framework.Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the Disability Confident Employer scheme.Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in EnglishJob description
Job responsibilitiesCandidates are encouraged to refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further information.Person Specification
Qualifications / Clinical Skills
Essential

• Full GMC Registration
• MB ChB or equivalent
• MRCP or equivalent
• Inclusion on Specialist Register or, if in training, eligible for inclusion on the register within 6 months

Desirable

• Higher Degree

Special Knowledge / Abilities / and / or experience
Essential

• Appropriate experience in training grade posts at SpR/SR level
• Equivalent training accepted by Royal College / GMC for Specialist Registrar
• CCT or equivalent (equivalence must be confirmed by GMC by date of AAC)

Personal Skills / Qualities
Essential

• Demonstrates good interpersonal skills with patients, relatives and members of the clinical team
• Ability to gain confidence and trust
• Ability to cope with pressure
• Ability to respond to change

Desirable

• Leadership skills appropriate to: Directing and teaching medical, nursing and other professions allied to medicine
• Leadership skills appropriate to: Participating in and leading multidisciplinary teams

Research
Essential

• Published research
• Actively encourages research with junior and other staff

Desirable

• Research degree

Additional Requirements
Essential

• Commitment to personal development and medical education
• DBS disclosure at an enhanced level
• Ability to educate and train junior medical staff
• Excellent communication skills

Desirable

• Good IT skills
• Ability to travel between sites in a timely manner
• Experience in teaching, clinical audit
• Computer skills

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Expected salary

£106000 – 154760 per year

Location

Bangor, Co Down

Job date

Wed, 30 Oct 2024 05:33:57 GMT

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