Consultant in Medical Oncology Breast and Thoracic Cancers

Consultant in Medical Oncology Breast and Thoracic Cancers

We are currently seeking a full time Medical Oncologist Consultant with an interest in breast and thoracic cancers to be based in Ysbyty Glan Clwyd while undertaking some clinics within Wrexham Maelor Hospital. This post is a replacement appointment which attracts 10 programmed activities and an on call payment. Newly qualified consultants will be offered 3 SPA's as standard. Applications are welcome from those who wish to work full or part time.

BCUHB has 3 cancer centres consisting of a team of 23 Consultants (11 clinical and 12 medical) providing care to the population of North Wales. We take pride in delivering exceptional care through multi professional collaboration, ensuring patients are supported throughout their journey.

The successful candidate will be based in Ysbyty Glan Clwyd within the North Wales Cancer Treatment Centre (NWCTC) but will also undertake clinics in Wrexham Maelor Hospital within the Shooting Star Unit. The appointee will have an on call commitment at the North Wales Cancer Treatment Centre in Ysbyty Glan Clwyd on a 1 in 8 basis.

Beyond clinical duties, there are opportunities to contribute to education and research as well as leadership functions.

Main duties of the job

Key tasks:

• To provide specialist oncological services to the population served with special reference to the common cancers and agreed appropriate oncology subspecialties and to be an active participant in each of these multidisciplinary teams.
• To work closely with clinical consultant colleagues and to provide seamless cancer care for all patients.
• To work closely with colleagues in other divisions to assist in providing an efficient service for patients transferring between the different disciplines and during the patient journey.
• To liaise with colleagues in Oncology, Haematology and Palliative Care to provide inpatient cover for oncology patients.
• To develop a site specialist and research interest. This will include developing clinical research and entering patients into appropriate national and international studies.
• To develop and participate in collaborative initiatives, having a high regard for clinical effectiveness and the practice of evidence based medicine.
• To participate in audit and teaching and to have responsibility for ensuring active participation in continuing medical education (CME).

About us

If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales. Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and "Proud to Lead" competence framework.

Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the "Disability Confident Employer" scheme. Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

Job responsibilities

Candidates are encouraged to refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further information.

If you are ready to make a significant impact on the future of healthcare in North Wales and possess the skills and experience required for this role, we invite you to apply.

Person Specification Qualifications and Experience

• Full GMC Specialist Registration or within 6 months of obtaining CCT from date of interview
• MB ChB or equivalent
• MRCP or equivalent
• Appropriate experience in training grade posts at SpR/SR level
• Higher Degree
• Participating in and leading multidisciplinary teams
• Experience in teaching, clinical audit

Skills and Ability

• Ability to gain confidence and trust
• Ability to cope with pressure
• Ability to respond to change
• Ability to educate and train junior medical staff
• Ability to travel between sites for peripheral clinics
• Leadership skills appropriate to directing and teaching medical, nursing and other professions allied to medicine

Research

• Published research
• Actively encourages research with junior and other staff

Additional Requirements

• Commitment to personal development and medical education
• Ability to travel when required to meet the needs of the service
• Ability to be flexible in response to the changing needs of the service
• Ability to speak Welsh or demonstrate a willingness to learn

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.