Job summary
Applications are invited for the above post of Consultant clinical Oncologist with interest in head and neck thyroid and skin malignancies based primarily at the Royal Sussex County Hospital and the Sussex Cancer Centre, part of the University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust.
The "Sussex Cancer Centre Oncology Service" is a team of oncologists who are employed through University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust working across the county providing clinical and medical oncology care to the population of Sussex. This includes provision of clinical non-surgical cancer treatments across 5 hospital locations - Hastings, Eastbourne, Brighton, Haywards Heath and Worthing
The new appointee will work along side a fellow clinical oncology consultants, and a MDT team of CNSs and support workers and help provide high quality care for patients across Sussex
The appointee will have an On Call Commitment. This is currently under review but likely 1 in 16.
Whilst this is an 8PA job, full time will be considered and we are open to negotiating on the specific tumour sites and to apply even if you are not interested in all sites
Full time will be considered and the range of tumour sites can be explored for an interested candidate depending on experience and departmental need
Main duties of the job
The appointee will join the team of 25 Clinical/medical consultant oncologists who works across Sussex (Worthing, Brighton, Haywards Heath, Eastbourne and Hastings) in delivering a comprehensive oncology service for patients from across the Trust. Key duties will include regular outpatient clinics, MDM attendance, SACT prescribing and oversight, clinical supervision of non-medical staff, clinical governance, service developments, ward reviews and on call.
The appointee will contribute to teaching and supervision of medical students, junior medical staff and AHP/nurses.
Applicants are encouraged to take part in Audit and support junior team members in their Audit projects. There are opportunities for clinical cancer research.
About us
At UHSussex we're proud to be at the heart of the NHS. As one of the UK's largest acute Trusts, we're a leading example of the excellence, the ambition and the values that have embodied the NHS for over 70 years.
Improving lives: We are a vibrant and inclusive organisation, with hardworking, talented and dedicated individuals, who work together towards a common goal, to always put our Patient First. Our mission is summed up by our 'where better never stops' motto and no matter the role at UHSussex, you will play a part in driving us forwards and in improving the lives of patients across Sussex. We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We're here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our wellbeing programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.
Build a career with us: As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This is a Consultant Clinical Oncologist post working with a Pan Sussex team to provide oncology input
You will oversee outpatient radiotherapy and chemotherapy and lead the multi disciplinary team
This is primarily an out patient based appointment but with the option of remote telehealth clinics
The job plan is an outline of departmental need and is under review as needed and with annual job planning
Applicants are encouraged to take part in Audit and support junior team members in their Audit projects. There are opportunities for clinical research and to take part in the Trusts excellent Quality Improvement Programme the Patient First Improvement System.
We strongly encourage the development of new ideas and improved ways of working including strengthening links with our community partners.
The post holder accepts that they will also perform duties in occasional emergencies and unforeseen circumstances at the request of the appropriate consultant, in consultation, where practicable, with their colleagues, both senior and junior. While it has been agreed between the professions that they will perform such duties, the Secretary of State stresses that additional commitments arising under this sub-section are exceptions and you should not be required to undertake work of this kind for prolonged periods or on a regular basis.
Learning and Development
Attend mandatory training updates as required.
Undertake training as necessary in line with the development of the post and as agreed with the line manager as part of the personal development process.
Achieve and demonstrate agreed standards of personal and professional development within agreed timescales.
Identify own learning needs and jointly plan training requirements with your line manager
Participate in the Trusts appraisal process to discuss how your role will help deliver the best possible care to our patients and help to deliver any changes in service.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This is a Consultant Clinical Oncologist post working with a Pan Sussex team to provide oncology input
You will oversee outpatient radiotherapy and chemotherapy and lead the multi disciplinary team
This is primarily an out patient based appointment but with the option of remote telehealth clinics
The job plan is an outline of departmental need and is under review as needed and with annual job planning
Applicants are encouraged to take part in Audit and support junior team members in their Audit projects. There are opportunities for clinical research and to take part in the Trusts excellent Quality Improvement Programme the Patient First Improvement System.
We strongly encourage the development of new ideas and improved ways of working including strengthening links with our community partners.
The post holder accepts that they will also perform duties in occasional emergencies and unforeseen circumstances at the request of the appropriate consultant, in consultation, where practicable, with their colleagues, both senior and junior. While it has been agreed between the professions that they will perform such duties, the Secretary of State stresses that additional commitments arising under this sub-section are exceptions and you should not be required to undertake work of this kind for prolonged periods or on a regular basis.
Learning and Development
Attend mandatory training updates as required.
Undertake training as necessary in line with the development of the post and as agreed with the line manager as part of the personal development process.
Achieve and demonstrate agreed standards of personal and professional development within agreed timescales.
Identify own learning needs and jointly plan training requirements with your line manager
Participate in the Trusts appraisal process to discuss how your role will help deliver the best possible care to our patients and help to deliver any changes in service.
Person Specification
Experience & Qualifications
Essential
- oBasic medical degree
- oMB BS, FRCR or appropriate specialist qualification
- oFull GMC Registration with a licence to practice
- oCCT in clinical oncology or equivalent (equivalence must be confirmed by GMC by date of AAC)
- oEntry onto the GMC Specialist Register or eligibility for entry within 6 months of the date of the AAC
Desirable
Clinical Skills and Experience
Essential
- oEvidence of training in broad spectrum of clinical oncology tumour sites
- oInterest and training suitable for a head and neck, non melanoma skin and thyroid malignacies Clinical oncology post
Knowledge
Desirable
- Breadth of experience in and outside specialty
Organisation and Planning
Essential
- oExperience and ability to work in multi-professional teams
- oUnderstanding of: NHS / Clinical governance / Resource constraints
Desirable
- oEvidence of managerial skills: Achievements / Course attended
Teaching Skills
Essential
- oEvidence of an interest and commitment to teaching
Desirable
- oRecognised teaching qualification
Academic & Research
Essential
- oEvidence of participation in audit
Desirable
- Research experience
- Publications
- Prizes and honours
Career Progression
Essential
- oEvidence of participation in audit
Personal Attributes
Essential
- oEvidence of:- Good communication skills both oral and written
Person Specification
Experience & Qualifications
Essential
- oBasic medical degree
- oMB BS, FRCR or appropriate specialist qualification
- oFull GMC Registration with a licence to practice
- oCCT in clinical oncology or equivalent (equivalence must be confirmed by GMC by date of AAC)
- oEntry onto the GMC Specialist Register or eligibility for entry within 6 months of the date of the AAC
Desirable
Clinical Skills and Experience
Essential
- oEvidence of training in broad spectrum of clinical oncology tumour sites
- oInterest and training suitable for a head and neck, non melanoma skin and thyroid malignacies Clinical oncology post
Knowledge
Desirable
- Breadth of experience in and outside specialty
Organisation and Planning
Essential
- oExperience and ability to work in multi-professional teams
- oUnderstanding of: NHS / Clinical governance / Resource constraints
Desirable
- oEvidence of managerial skills: Achievements / Course attended
Teaching Skills
Essential
- oEvidence of an interest and commitment to teaching
Desirable
- oRecognised teaching qualification
Academic & Research
Essential
- oEvidence of participation in audit
Desirable
- Research experience
- Publications
- Prizes and honours
Career Progression
Essential
- oEvidence of participation in audit
Personal Attributes
Essential
- oEvidence of:- Good communication skills both oral and written
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).
