Job summary
St.bartholomews cancer centre
Barts Health NHS Trust
Clinical Fellow (ST3+) in Clinical Oncology
Available from 7th March 2022 to 4th September 2022
Both full and part-time options available
We are recruiting to the post of Locum Specialist Trainee in Clinical Oncology at the St. Bartholomews Cancer Centre, part of St. Bartholomews Hospital in the City of London. This post would suit a Doctor seeking a career in Medical Oncology, Clinical Oncology, Haemato-Oncology or another Medical Speciality.
Main duties of the job
Registrars work as part of a team of 7 Clinical Oncology Registrars and 7 Medical Oncology Registrars, thus forming a non-resident on-call rota of 1 in 14. The Solid Tumour Oncology inpatient wards are supported by a team of seven ST1/2 Level Doctors and two FY1 Doctors. The successful candidate will receive full support not only in the day-to-day clinical duties; but also in their career development and applications for NTN and research posts. There will be opportunities to participate in outpatient clinics and to gain skills and experience in radiotherapy planning. The Department is actively involved in audit and research and the successful applicant will have access to a varied educational programme and all training opportunities available to the existing specialist trainees.
Experienced doctors who have completed Core Medical Training or equivalent are invited to apply. MRCP is desirable although not essential. Experience in Oncology or Haematology is very desirable. Similarly, research fellows committed to Medical Oncology, Clinical Oncology, or Haematology and looking for a post to apply for an NTN in the future are encouraged to apply.
About us
Barts Health is one of the largest NHS trusts in the country, and one of Britains leading healthcare providers.
The Barts Health group of NHS hospitals is entering an exciting new era on our improvement journey to becoming an outstanding organisation with a world-class clinical reputation. Having lifted ourselves out of special measures, we now have the impetus and breathing space to chart a fresh course in which we are continually striving to improve all our services for patients.
Our vision is to be a high-performing group of NHS hospitals, renowned for excellence and innovation, and providing safe and compassionate care to our patients in east London and beyond. That means being a provider of excellent patient safety, known for delivering consistently high standards of harm-free care and always caring for patients in the right place at the right time. It also means being an outstanding place to work, in which our WeCare values and behaviours are visible to all and guide us in how we work together.
We strive to live by our WeCare values and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We value our differences and fully advocate, cultivate and support an inclusive working environment where staff treat one another with dignity and respect. We aim to create an equitable working environment where every individual can fulfil their potential.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This post is at ST3 level and would suit a doctor looking to a career in Clinical oncology, medical oncology or haematology or other medical specialties. The postholder will work with a team of 10 Consultant Clinical Oncologists, ward-based FY and ST doctors and also the wider multi-disciplinary team in a Cancer Centre. Oncology inpatients are managed on 5A and 5B wards in the new Barts Cancer Centre. There are 32 inpatient beds. The inpatient service is supported by dedicated ward staff with expertise in oncology nursing and physiotherapy as well as a team of clinical nurse specialists.
The radiotherapy department is equipped with cutting-edge equipment allowing delivery of the latest treatment techniques. The successful candidate will benefit from training and experience in radiotherapy in line with the existing numbered trainees.
Applications for the above post are invited from suitably qualified doctors. Experience in Oncology or Haematology is desirable. Similarly, research fellows committed to Medical Oncology, Clinical Oncology, or Haematology and looking for a post to apply for an NTN from are encouraged to apply. MRCP is desirable but not mandatory.
On-call is non-resident and is in conjunction with 13 other doctors. The unit is an integral part of the Cancer Research UK Clinical Academic Unit and Barts Institute of Cancer.
The appointee will receive full support not only in the day-to-day clinical duties, but in career development and applications for NTN and research posts. The successful candidate will have access to all teaching and academic opportunities in the department.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This post is at ST3 level and would suit a doctor looking to a career in Clinical oncology, medical oncology or haematology or other medical specialties. The postholder will work with a team of 10 Consultant Clinical Oncologists, ward-based FY and ST doctors and also the wider multi-disciplinary team in a Cancer Centre. Oncology inpatients are managed on 5A and 5B wards in the new Barts Cancer Centre. There are 32 inpatient beds. The inpatient service is supported by dedicated ward staff with expertise in oncology nursing and physiotherapy as well as a team of clinical nurse specialists.
The radiotherapy department is equipped with cutting-edge equipment allowing delivery of the latest treatment techniques. The successful candidate will benefit from training and experience in radiotherapy in line with the existing numbered trainees.
Applications for the above post are invited from suitably qualified doctors. Experience in Oncology or Haematology is desirable. Similarly, research fellows committed to Medical Oncology, Clinical Oncology, or Haematology and looking for a post to apply for an NTN from are encouraged to apply. MRCP is desirable but not mandatory.
On-call is non-resident and is in conjunction with 13 other doctors. The unit is an integral part of the Cancer Research UK Clinical Academic Unit and Barts Institute of Cancer.
The appointee will receive full support not only in the day-to-day clinical duties, but in career development and applications for NTN and research posts. The successful candidate will have access to all teaching and academic opportunities in the department.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MB BS, or equivalent
- Full registration with GMC
Desirable
- MRCP(UK)
- Current ALS certification
Knowledge
Essential
- General medical knowledge and relevance to oncological emergencies
Training Expected
Essential
- Background in acute medicine on call
- Internal Medicine Training or equivalent
Desirable
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MB BS, or equivalent
- Full registration with GMC
Desirable
- MRCP(UK)
- Current ALS certification
Knowledge
Essential
- General medical knowledge and relevance to oncological emergencies
Training Expected
Essential
- Background in acute medicine on call
- Internal Medicine Training or equivalent
Desirable
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
