Medical Oncology Consultant with an interest in Breast and AOS

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Medical Oncology Consultant with an interest in Breast and AOS NHS Medical & Dental: Consultant

Main area Medical Oncology Grade NHS Medical & Dental: Consultant Contract Permanent Hours Full time - 10 sessions per week Job ref 337-MS-1723-OK

Site London North West University Healthcare NHS Trust Town Harrow Salary £105,504 - £139,882 per annum Salary period Yearly Closing 23/03/:59

London North West University Healthcare NHS Trust (LNWH) cares for the people of Brent, Ealing, Harrow and beyond.

Our team of more than 8,200 clinical and support staff serve a diverse population of almost one million people.

Job overview

We are pleased to advertise for a Consultant in Medical Oncology, with a special interest in Breast and AOS (Acute Oncology Service). This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and skilled consultant to join our supportive and collaborative team.
The successful applicant will hold continuous responsibility for the patients under their care and will be expected to undertake administrative duties related to patient care. You will play a key role in contributing to the ongoing development of the department, working closely with colleagues to innovate and deliver excellent care to our local population.
As part of your role, you will be expected to attend and actively contribute to the weekly multidisciplinary team meetings. You will also engage in continuing professional development, in line with the guidelines set by the Royal College of Surgeons of England. Annual appraisals and job plan reviews will be part of your responsibilities.
In addition, as a condition of employment, all employees must, as far as reasonably practicable, minimize the risk of infection to themselves, colleagues, patients, relatives, and visitors. You will be required to familiarize yourself with and adhere to Trust policies on infection prevention and control, including attendance at Trust induction programmes and completion of statutory education programmes related to infection prevention and control.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will manage clinics providing treatment and follow-up care to breast patients. They will actively participate in all aspects of clinical governance, making a significant contribution to multidisciplinary audits and risk management activities. The post holder will also contribute all required data to the audit programme and provide substantial support for NHSLA assessments. Additionally, the post holder will assist the Directorate Manager and Clinical Director in fulfilling the governance clinical lead role for the service, with a focus on patient safety and human factors training.

Administrative Responsibilities:

The post holder will undertake administrative duties related to the care of patients and the day-to-day operations of the department. They will also be responsible for general administrative tasks, ensuring compliance with Directorate and Trust objectives.

Research Responsibilities:

The Trust values and encourages research as a key aspect of its service delivery. The emphasis will be on studies that align with the National Institute for Health Research (NIHR) portfolio.

Teaching Responsibilities:

The post holder will participate in the teaching of undergraduate medical students, particularly in the investigation and management of breast patients, be involved in the clinical supervision of junior medical staff and the teaching and training of other healthcare professionals.

Person specification Qualifications

• MRCP
• GMC
• NHS experience within the last 3 years
• MD or PhD

Knowledge

• Knowledge of research methodology
• Presentations to learned societies

Skills

• IT Skills and computer literacy
• Management qualification or current study towards management
• Evidence of service audit, design or change management

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

We promote the wellbeing and safety of all our patients and carers by acting promptly on concerns, communicating effectively and sharing information appropriately, according to the standards determined by our policy and procedures. All posts working with vulnerable groups will be subject to an enhanced criminal records check upon appointment and staff will need to give their consent for the Trust to receive regular updates on their criminal records status throughout their employment.

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As part of our commitment to the Equality and Diversity at LNWUH, we are encouraging applications from BME (Black, Minority Ethnic) candidates as we seek to ensure our workforce structures are representative of the diversity of the communities we serve.