Specialty Doctor / GP in Oncology
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Job summary
We have fantastic opportunities to join our friendly department in beautiful Cornwall. Applications are invited for substantive Specialty Doctor's in Oncology to cover numerous sessions between Monday and Friday
These roles focus on the ongoing care in outpatients of cancer patients and work alongside a large team of GP's working in Oncology. There is a gap in support which would involve working with the Breast cancer teams. You will work closely with the Oncology Consultants and wider team, be trained to assess and support cancer patients, including the safe prescription of Systemic Anti-Cancer Therapy. We want you to develop in this role, becoming an important part of our team.
As the only local Cancer Centre , the Sunrise Centre provides a full range of cancer treatments for patients as close to home as possible. We are early adopters of new treatments and have a large active clinical trial portfolio, being second highest recruiters in the Peninsula. Alongside this quality of care, we deliver in quantity, regularly being in the top 5 departments in the country for radiotherapy treatments per machine and treatment complexity. We continue to be the highest scoring Trust in the South-West in the National Cancer Patient Experience Survey with our highly trained specialist nurses notably praised. With £135 million in new investments, we are currently building a new Haematology - Oncology Inpatient Unit. We have recently launched our radiotherapy SABR service.
Main duties of the job
- This popular role focuses on the ongoing care in outpatients of cancer patients and works as part of a large existing team of General Practitioners working in Oncology. There is a specific availability on Wednesdays and Thursdays which would involve working with different teams of clinicians to guide care delivery to outpatients.
- Working closely with the Oncology Consultants and wider team, you will be trained to assess and support cancer patients, including the safe prescription of Systemic Anti-Cancer Therapy.
- There is also potential opportunity to contribute to the assessment and management of in-patients with cancer as part of the Acute Oncology Service and forthcoming Haematology-Oncology Outpatient Review Area.
- You will be facilitated to participate in teaching and in Continuing Medical Education (CME).
- Where possible, engagement in governance and audit activity is encouraged.
- We want you to develop in this role, becoming an important part of our team. Senior Doctors with GP experience bring a rich body of experience to the team and provide useful context to patients living with and beyond cancer.
About us
Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust is the biggest provider of healthcare services in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. Our three main sites are Royal Cornwall Hospital Truro, St Michael's Hospital Hayle and West Cornwall Hospital Penzance, our staff and services are available across the region.
The Trust employs 5,000+ staff, has a budget of £380 million and 750 beds. We work with health and social care organisations -including NHS Kernow and NHS England- to ensure local healthcare needs are met. We provide acute medical, surgical and specialist services to around 500,000- which can increase significantly during busy holiday periods.
The Trust has teaching hospitals status as part of the University of Exeter Medical School. Keeping at the forefront of medical advances, we continually develop clinical services and are committed to maximising the range of specialist care offered locally.
We can offer you a rewarding career in a supportive working environment. We have extensive educational links to help you realise your full potential and develop skills to provide outstanding healthcare to the local community.
Enjoy an outstanding quality of life in a place that offers surfing beaches and fishing harbours to beautiful countryside and historic towns. With clean air, plenty of opportunities for outdoor activities and excellent schools, colleges and universities (including adult education) it is the ideal place for families and for you to develop your own career.
Details
Date posted
06 January 2023
Pay scheme
Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade
Specialty Doctor
Salary
£50,373 to £78,759 a year per annum (pro rata for part-time)
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time, Job share
Reference number
156-MS-3532
Job locations
Royal Cornwall Hospital
Truro
TR1 3LJ
Employer details
Employer name
Royal Cornwall Hospitals Trust
Address
Royal Cornwall Hospital
Truro
TR1 3LJ
Employer's website
https://www.royalcornwall.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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