Specialty Doctor- Oncology

Northampton General Hospital

The closing date is 03 October 2024

Job summary

The post is suitable for a doctor with full GMC registration and an MRCP qualification or equivalent and desirable experience in cancer treatment and required to have knowledge of management of oncological emergencies. The precise duties will vary according to the seniority and previous experience of the appointee.

Candidates will be expected to carry out on average 6 clinic sessions a week, cover the oncology emergency assessment bay, oncology wards, chemotherapy suite, review on-treatment radiotherapy patients and participate in covering the on-call rota alongside current Specialist Registrars within the department (on-call supplement applies). MDT attendance and SPA time is also included.

Educational opportunities, equivalent to those afforded to doctors participating in recognised training schemes will be provided. We are keen to encourage applications from candidates who have already chosen to train in Oncology and are wishing to further develop their skills.

Main duties of the job

Applicants are invited to apply immediately for a full-time Specialty Doctor post in Medical/Clinical Oncology based at Northampton General Hospital NHS Trust.

The post is suitable for a doctor with full GMC registration and an MRCP qualification or equivalent and desirable experience in cancer treatment and required to have knowledge of management of oncological emergencies. The precise duties will vary according to the seniority and previous experience of the appointee.

Candidates will be expected to carry out on average 6 clinic sessions a week, cover the oncology emergency assessment bay, oncology wards, chemotherapy suite, review on-treatment radiotherapy patients and participate in covering the on-call rota alongside current Specialist Registrars within the department (on-call supplement applies). MDT attendance and SPA time is also included.

Educational opportunities, equivalent to those afforded to doctors participating in recognised training schemes will be provided. We are keen to encourage applications from candidates who have already chosen to train in Oncology and are wishing to further develop their skills.

About us

Northampton General Hospital is one of the largest employers in the area and we are on an exciting journey. All of our divisions are committed to doing things better, with more efficiency as we update, modernise, and advance. We have also entered into a Group Model with neighbouring Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and become University Hospitals of Northamptonshire.

Our Excellence Values

Compassion

Accountability

Respect

Integrity

Courage

We want to recruit the best people to deliver our services across the University Hospitals of Northamptonshire and help to unleash everyone's full potential. As an organisation, we value how we communicate and promote our vacancies to all communities.

We are a Defence positive trust, supporting our reservists, veterans, spouses and partners.

The Hospital Group encourages applications from people who identify from all protected groups, especially those from BAME, Disabled and LGBTQ+ backgrounds as these are underrepresented in our hospitals.

We understand that we need to work with colleagues from diverse backgrounds and make sure the environment they work in is inclusive and collaborative.

We have active Networks that promote and support colleagues from all backgrounds.This ensures everyone feels supported and has a sense of belonging working for Kettering and Northampton General Hospitals.

Date posted

19 September 2024

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Specialty Doctor

Salary

£59,175 to £95,400 a year Per Annum / Pro Rata

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

265-6656441

Job locations

Northampton General Hospital

Cliftonville

Northampton

NN1 5BD


Job description

Job responsibilities

The post is suitable for a doctor with full GMC registration and an MRCP qualification or equivalent and desirable experience in cancer treatment and required to have knowledge of management of oncological emergencies. The precise duties will vary according to the seniority and previous experience of the appointee.

Candidates will be expected to carry out on average 6 clinic sessions a week, cover the oncology emergency assessment bay, oncology wards, chemotherapy suite, review on-treatment radiotherapy patients and participate in covering the on-call rota alongside current Specialist Registrars within the department (on-call supplement applies). MDT attendance and SPA time is also included.

Educational opportunities, equivalent to those afforded to doctors participating in recognised training schemes will be provided. We are keen to encourage applications from candidates who have already chosen to train in Oncology and are wishing to further develop their skills.

Job description

Job responsibilities

The post is suitable for a doctor with full GMC registration and an MRCP qualification or equivalent and desirable experience in cancer treatment and required to have knowledge of management of oncological emergencies. The precise duties will vary according to the seniority and previous experience of the appointee.

Candidates will be expected to carry out on average 6 clinic sessions a week, cover the oncology emergency assessment bay, oncology wards, chemotherapy suite, review on-treatment radiotherapy patients and participate in covering the on-call rota alongside current Specialist Registrars within the department (on-call supplement applies). MDT attendance and SPA time is also included.

Educational opportunities, equivalent to those afforded to doctors participating in recognised training schemes will be provided. We are keen to encourage applications from candidates who have already chosen to train in Oncology and are wishing to further develop their skills.

Person Specification

Educations, Training and Qualifications

Essential

  • MRCP.
  • ALS.
  • Full GMC Registration.

Desirable

  • FRCR Part 1 and 2a/2b.

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

  • 3 years General Medicine Experience.
  • Track record of clinical audit.
  • Experience of teaching and training to undergraduates and junior medical staff.

Desirable

  • Oncological training in Medical and Clinical Oncology.
  • MSC Course or PGCERT Medical Education.

Skills

Essential

  • Communication: Able to communicate with clarity and intelligently in written and spoken English.
  • Ability to build rapport, listen, persuade and negotiate.
  • Accountability - able to take responsibility, lead, make decisions and exert authority.
  • Be able to project ascetic -drainage, chest aspiration and other ward based practical necessities .

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

  • 3 years general

Desirable

  • Oncological training in medical and clinical Oncology

Key Competencies/Personal Qualities and Attributes

Essential

  • Appreciation of research and its purpose.
  • Empathy, understanding and listening skills, patience and ability to work cooperatively with others .

Desirable

  • Peer reviewed publications
Person Specification

Educations, Training and Qualifications

Essential

  • MRCP.
  • ALS.
  • Full GMC Registration.

Desirable

  • FRCR Part 1 and 2a/2b.

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

  • 3 years General Medicine Experience.
  • Track record of clinical audit.
  • Experience of teaching and training to undergraduates and junior medical staff.

Desirable

  • Oncological training in Medical and Clinical Oncology.
  • MSC Course or PGCERT Medical Education.

Skills

Essential

  • Communication: Able to communicate with clarity and intelligently in written and spoken English.
  • Ability to build rapport, listen, persuade and negotiate.
  • Accountability - able to take responsibility, lead, make decisions and exert authority.
  • Be able to project ascetic -drainage, chest aspiration and other ward based practical necessities .

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

  • 3 years general

Desirable

  • Oncological training in medical and clinical Oncology

Key Competencies/Personal Qualities and Attributes

Essential

  • Appreciation of research and its purpose.
  • Empathy, understanding and listening skills, patience and ability to work cooperatively with others .

Desirable

  • Peer reviewed publications

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).

Employer details

Employer name

Northampton General Hospital

Address

Northampton General Hospital

Cliftonville

Northampton

NN1 5BD


Employer's website

https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/Home.aspx (Opens in a new tab)


Employer details

Employer name

Northampton General Hospital

Address

Northampton General Hospital

Cliftonville

Northampton

NN1 5BD


Employer's website

https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/Home.aspx (Opens in a new tab)


For questions about the job, contact:

Oncology Directorate Manager

Jemma Moody

jemma.moody@nhs.net

01604523789

Date posted

19 September 2024

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Specialty Doctor

Salary

£59,175 to £95,400 a year Per Annum / Pro Rata

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

265-6656441

Job locations

Northampton General Hospital

Cliftonville

Northampton

NN1 5BD


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