Job summary
We are looking to appoint a whole time Specialist Doctor in Oncology with a focus on Breast Cancers at Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust based at Weston Park Cancer Centre, with outreach clinics within the SYBND cancer alliance.
Applications from both Medical and Clinical Oncologists are welcome.This post is based at Weston Park Cancer Centre and also provides input into our out reach off site breast oncology clinic.
Any candidate who is unable for personal reasons to work full-time will be eligible to be considered for the posts; if such a person is appointed, modification of the job content will be discussed on a personal basis with the Trust in consultation with the Clinical Director.
Main duties of the job
The appointee will, together with Consultant colleagues be responsible for the provision of cancer services across the trust. The main focus of interest will be in Breast Cancer.The successful candidate will work according to the Terms and Conditions of Service for Specialist (England) 2021 as amended from time to time.
Please refer to the supporting job description and person specification which will outline the duties of the role including an indicative job plan.Please note that applicants should refer to the Guidance Notes for further details and supporting information/documents required.
About us
These are the values that all staff at Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust are expected to demonstrate in all that they do.
Patients First - Ensure that the people we serve are at the heart of what we do
Respectful - Be kind, respectful, fair and value diversity
Ownership - Celebrate our successes, learn continuously and ensure we improve
Unity - Work in partnership with others
Deliver - Be efficient, effective and accountable for our actions
The Trust have developed a PROUD Behaviours framework which details specific behaviours we expect to see and do not expect to see, aligned to each of the five PROUD Values.
For further details of our services and organisational structure, including our Board of Directors, and our future plans please visitwww.sth.nhs.uk/about-us
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the supporting job description and person specification which will outline the duties of the role including an indicative job plan.
Applications from those unable, for personal reasons, to work on a whole time basis or a job share basis will be considered.
The successful candidate must be registered with the GMC with a valid licence to practice. For further information please visit the GMC website and click on the Registration and Licensing link.
Non-UK/EEA applicants should ensure they are aware of the recent changes to the Immigration rules. For further information on how this may affect your application visit the UK Government website.
Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust promotes Equality of opportunity and Diversity within the workplace.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the supporting job description and person specification which will outline the duties of the role including an indicative job plan.
Applications from those unable, for personal reasons, to work on a whole time basis or a job share basis will be considered.
The successful candidate must be registered with the GMC with a valid licence to practice. For further information please visit the GMC website and click on the Registration and Licensing link.
Non-UK/EEA applicants should ensure they are aware of the recent changes to the Immigration rules. For further information on how this may affect your application visit the UK Government website.
Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust promotes Equality of opportunity and Diversity within the workplace.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Medical Degree from a recognised UK or overseas university or institution.
- MRCP or Equivalent
- Full registration with the General Medical Council with a licence to practice.
- A minimum of 12 years full time Medical work (or equivalent gained on a part-time basis) since obtaining a primary medical qualification at least 6 of which will be in a relevant specialty at Specialty Doctor and/or closed SAS grades or equivalent
Desirable
- MD or PhD or equivalent Fellowship or equivalent
- Oncology Training Specialty Certificate for medical oncology
- FRCR or Equivalent - For Clinical Oncology
Communication
Essential
- Good written communication skills
Audit/ Research
Essential
- An understanding of the issues of clinical effectiveness and audit
- Ability to critically assess published research and incorporate it into clinical practice where appropriate
- Documented completed audits during training/Experience
- Evaluates and audits own and others clinical practise and acts on the findings
Desirable
- Understanding of the issues surrounding clinical research
Experience
Essential
- Manages the difficulties of dealing with complexity and uncertainty in the care of patients, employing expertise and clinical decision-making skills of a senior and independent/ autonomous practitioner
- Manages complex common presentations in patients with cancer and toxicity arising from their treatment
- Performs comprehensive assessment of patients with cancer and arrives at appropriate treatment decision
- Manages a multi-disciplinary team to plan and review treatment
- Recognises patients approaching the end of life, initiates timely advance care planning conversations, and leads the provision of high quality palliative care with skilled and sensitive communication
- Demonstrates the underpinning subject specific competencies to enable practising at senior grade as evidenced in job plan, portfolio and logbooks
- Clinically evaluates and manages a patient formulating a prioritised differential diagnosis initiating an appropriate management plan with the ability to review and adjust this depending on outcomes of treatment
- Critically reflects on own competence, understands own limits, and asks for help when required
Desirable
- Wider experience in different units in related specialties
Teaching
Essential
- Experience of teaching student doctors, doctors in training and/or other allied professionals at all levels.
Management and Clinical Governance
Essential
- Demonstrate an understanding of management & Clinical governance issues
- Collaborate and respecting the multidisciplinary and interprofessional teams to manage risk issues across organisations and settings
- Understands the principles outlined in the GMC document Good Medical Practice
- Understands the requirements of Medical Appraisal and Revalidation
Continuous Professional Development
Essential
- Evidence of participation in CME/CPD in the last 12 months
Desirable
- Maintenance of a CPD diary or portfolio
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Medical Degree from a recognised UK or overseas university or institution.
- MRCP or Equivalent
- Full registration with the General Medical Council with a licence to practice.
- A minimum of 12 years full time Medical work (or equivalent gained on a part-time basis) since obtaining a primary medical qualification at least 6 of which will be in a relevant specialty at Specialty Doctor and/or closed SAS grades or equivalent
Desirable
- MD or PhD or equivalent Fellowship or equivalent
- Oncology Training Specialty Certificate for medical oncology
- FRCR or Equivalent - For Clinical Oncology
Communication
Essential
- Good written communication skills
Audit/ Research
Essential
- An understanding of the issues of clinical effectiveness and audit
- Ability to critically assess published research and incorporate it into clinical practice where appropriate
- Documented completed audits during training/Experience
- Evaluates and audits own and others clinical practise and acts on the findings
Desirable
- Understanding of the issues surrounding clinical research
Experience
Essential
- Manages the difficulties of dealing with complexity and uncertainty in the care of patients, employing expertise and clinical decision-making skills of a senior and independent/ autonomous practitioner
- Manages complex common presentations in patients with cancer and toxicity arising from their treatment
- Performs comprehensive assessment of patients with cancer and arrives at appropriate treatment decision
- Manages a multi-disciplinary team to plan and review treatment
- Recognises patients approaching the end of life, initiates timely advance care planning conversations, and leads the provision of high quality palliative care with skilled and sensitive communication
- Demonstrates the underpinning subject specific competencies to enable practising at senior grade as evidenced in job plan, portfolio and logbooks
- Clinically evaluates and manages a patient formulating a prioritised differential diagnosis initiating an appropriate management plan with the ability to review and adjust this depending on outcomes of treatment
- Critically reflects on own competence, understands own limits, and asks for help when required
Desirable
- Wider experience in different units in related specialties
Teaching
Essential
- Experience of teaching student doctors, doctors in training and/or other allied professionals at all levels.
Management and Clinical Governance
Essential
- Demonstrate an understanding of management & Clinical governance issues
- Collaborate and respecting the multidisciplinary and interprofessional teams to manage risk issues across organisations and settings
- Understands the principles outlined in the GMC document Good Medical Practice
- Understands the requirements of Medical Appraisal and Revalidation
Continuous Professional Development
Essential
- Evidence of participation in CME/CPD in the last 12 months
Desirable
- Maintenance of a CPD diary or portfolio
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).
