Job summary
Fixed Term - 12 months (Maternity Cover)
We are seeking an enthusiastic Locum Consultant colleague to join our Urological malignancy team. The post-holder will provide oncological treatments (radiotherapy and some systemic treatment) for patients diagnosed with:
- Urological cancers (St Richards Hospital, Chichester)
This is a 7 PA post, although candidates wishing to work more than this are welcome to discuss their requirements with the department.
Intending applicants are encouraged to discuss their application by contacting Dr Freddie Bartlett, Clinical Director frederick.bartlett@nhs.net, or Dr Maja Uherek, Head of Radiotherapy maja.uherek@nhs.net on 02392 286000 Ext 4790 for an informal discussion and /or arrange a visit to the department.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will join a Consultant Medical Oncologist as part of the Chichester Urology MDT. Systemic treatments for these patients is delivered in Chichester and radiotherapy at Portsmouth. There is an established brachytherapy program for prostate cancer. The team is well supported by nurse specialists. There Urology team is very research active with a broad portfolio of clinical studies and strong track record of recruitment to clinical trials.
About us
Here at Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust, we are proud to provide expert, compassionate care for our local population. We are ranked as the third in the country for research, embedding education and training across the organisation. Our main hub is the Queen Alexandra Hospital, which is one of the largest hospitals on the south coast employing over 8,700 staff.
Our patients come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds because it makes our hospital stronger. If you share our values and our enthusiasm for getting it right for patients, colleagues, and our community, you will find a home at Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Grade: Locum
Consultant in Clinical Oncology with Special Interest in
Urological Cancers
Department: Haematology
and Oncology
Reports to: Clinical
Director of Oncology
PLEASE REFER TO THE ATTACHED DOCUMENTS.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Grade: Locum
Consultant in Clinical Oncology with Special Interest in
Urological Cancers
Department: Haematology
and Oncology
Reports to: Clinical
Director of Oncology
PLEASE REFER TO THE ATTACHED DOCUMENTS.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Full GMC registration with a license to practice; Higher professional training in Clinical Oncology
Desirable
- MRCP/FRCP or equivalent; BSc or MD
Experience
Essential
- Entry on the GMC specialist register via CCT (proposed date must be within 6 months), CESR or European Community Rights; An appropriate higher Clinical Oncology surgical qualification; Evidence of a clinical or research fellowship
Desirable
- Research Experience; Published research in peer reviewed journal
Additional criteria
Essential
- Good oral and written communication skills; Logical thinking, problem solving and decision making; Ability to organise oneself and prioritise clinical need; Ability to work in multi-professional teams; Understanding of NHS Clinical Governance and Resource Constraints; Probity; Effective, confident presentation ability
Desirable
- Formal management training/qualification; Ability and enthusiasm for leading service improvement; Evidence of effective teaching of SHOs
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Full GMC registration with a license to practice; Higher professional training in Clinical Oncology
Desirable
- MRCP/FRCP or equivalent; BSc or MD
Experience
Essential
- Entry on the GMC specialist register via CCT (proposed date must be within 6 months), CESR or European Community Rights; An appropriate higher Clinical Oncology surgical qualification; Evidence of a clinical or research fellowship
Desirable
- Research Experience; Published research in peer reviewed journal
Additional criteria
Essential
- Good oral and written communication skills; Logical thinking, problem solving and decision making; Ability to organise oneself and prioritise clinical need; Ability to work in multi-professional teams; Understanding of NHS Clinical Governance and Resource Constraints; Probity; Effective, confident presentation ability
Desirable
- Formal management training/qualification; Ability and enthusiasm for leading service improvement; Evidence of effective teaching of SHOs
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).
