Job summary
The role will suit a GP with a keen interest in gaining further experience in the field of Breast Oncology through attendance at two clinical sessions (2 PAs) inclusive of 1 outpatient session at Stepping Hill Hospital and associated admin on a Monday.
The post holder will acquire experience in the oncological management of patients diagnosed with Breast Malignancy, who require both neo-adjuvant and adjuvant treatment (through the delivery of both SACT and Radiotherapy).
There are 18 Consultants across Medical and Clinical Oncology in the Breast Disease Group. There are also clinical fellows, a specialist registrar, nurse clinicians, a pharmacist, clinical nurse specialists, research nurses, project managers and clinical trial administrators working within the breast disease group. This post will primarily be working alongside Dr A Chittalia at his peripheral clinic at Stepping Hill Hospital.
Main duties of the job
The duties and responsibilities of the role, which may be adjusted in the light of changing/developing priorities, include:
- Attendance and review of patients in the weekly breast clinic (Monday morning). This will include new and follow up patients, on treatment.
- Completion of patient administration tasks
- Completion of and maintenance of Good Clinical Practice Certification (regulatory requirement for clinical trial participation, if appropriate).
- Become familiar with ongoing breast clinical trials, as appropriate (for context when seeing outpatients in clinic).
- Provide a point of contact for General Practitioners as a community expert in the field of Breast Cancer.
- Potential for setting up and coordinating training days for General Practitioners in the specialty of Breast Cancer, if desired.
- Potential for maintenance and update of educational material/training for General Practitioners, if desired.
About us
The Christie is one of Europe's leading cancer centres, treating over 60,000 patients a year. We are based in Manchester and serve a population of 3.2 million across Greater Manchester & Cheshire, but as a national specialist around 15% patients are referred to us from other parts of the country. We provide radiotherapy through one of the largest radiotherapy departments in the world; chemotherapy on site and through 14 other hospitals; highly specialist surgery for complex and rare cancer; and a wide range of support and diagnostic services. We are also an international leader in research, with world first breakthroughs for over 100 years. We run one of the largest early clinical trial units in Europe with over 300 trials every year. Cancer research in Manchester, most of which is undertaken on the Christie site, has been officially ranked the best in the UK.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The role will suit a GP with a keen interest in gaining further experience in the field of Breast Oncology through attendance at 2 clinical sessions inclusive of 1 outpatient session at Stepping Hill Hospital and associated admin on a Monday.The group also has an active clinical research programme with close links to basic research laboratories in the Cancer Research UK (CRUK) Manchester Institute.The post holder will acquire experience in the oncological management of patients diagnosed with Breast Malignancy, who require both neo-adjuvant and adjuvant treatment (through the delivery of both SACT and Radiotherapy).There are 18 Consultants across Medical and Clinical Oncology in the Breast Disease Group. There are also clinical fellows, a specialist registrar, nurse clinicians, a pharmacist, clinical nurse specialists, research nurses, project managers and clinical trial administrators working within the breast disease group. This post will primarily be working alongside Dr A Chittalia at his peripheral clinic at Stepping Hill Hospital.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The role will suit a GP with a keen interest in gaining further experience in the field of Breast Oncology through attendance at 2 clinical sessions inclusive of 1 outpatient session at Stepping Hill Hospital and associated admin on a Monday.The group also has an active clinical research programme with close links to basic research laboratories in the Cancer Research UK (CRUK) Manchester Institute.The post holder will acquire experience in the oncological management of patients diagnosed with Breast Malignancy, who require both neo-adjuvant and adjuvant treatment (through the delivery of both SACT and Radiotherapy).There are 18 Consultants across Medical and Clinical Oncology in the Breast Disease Group. There are also clinical fellows, a specialist registrar, nurse clinicians, a pharmacist, clinical nurse specialists, research nurses, project managers and clinical trial administrators working within the breast disease group. This post will primarily be working alongside Dr A Chittalia at his peripheral clinic at Stepping Hill Hospital.
Person Specification
Professional Qualifications
Essential
- GMC registration
- Medical degree with General Practitioner certification. Full GMC registration with a license to practice
- Must be registered on the Performers List for England
Research/Publications
Desirable
- Some understanding of clinical research
Experience
Desirable
- Experience of scripting in an easy to interpret format.
Management / Audit
Desirable
- . Evidence of engagement with management and/or audit processes
TEACHING
Essential
- Experience of organizing educational days
PERSONAL SKILLS
Essential
- Excellent communication, both verbally and in writing, including the aptitude to liaise effectively with colleagues, patients and other General Practitioners.
- Demonstration of good organisational capability
- Excellent interpersonal skills, including influencing and networking within the broader Breast Service
- Some interest in Breast cancers.
Person Specification
Professional Qualifications
Essential
- GMC registration
- Medical degree with General Practitioner certification. Full GMC registration with a license to practice
- Must be registered on the Performers List for England
Research/Publications
Desirable
- Some understanding of clinical research
Experience
Desirable
- Experience of scripting in an easy to interpret format.
Management / Audit
Desirable
- . Evidence of engagement with management and/or audit processes
TEACHING
Essential
- Experience of organizing educational days
PERSONAL SKILLS
Essential
- Excellent communication, both verbally and in writing, including the aptitude to liaise effectively with colleagues, patients and other General Practitioners.
- Demonstration of good organisational capability
- Excellent interpersonal skills, including influencing and networking within the broader Breast Service
- Some interest in Breast cancers.
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).
