Job summary
At GWH the Non-specific symptoms service is run by a GP, but in the hospital setting. Patients referred have a comprehensive history taken, including details of their symptoms, and will usually receive a range of tests, including blood tests, chest X-ray, CT scan and endoscopy to rapidly progress them to the most appropriate diagnostic and treatment pathway. Those patients that receive cancer diagnosed will be referred to the site specific team for further care and treatment, and those with a non-cancer condition diagnosed may be referred back to their GP or onward care within the hospital.
This role is an additional role within the department of Cancer Services.
The successful candidate will be expected to organise their workload and operate an appointment system in a manner that is consistent with good practice as laid out in the Trust's Policy for Acute Adult Cancer Services Operational Policy and the Management of Waiting Lists and Times.
Main duties of the job
The duties outlined below are not definitive and may change in accordance with the needs of the service:
- Multidisciplinary team working is key component of the working within the Trust and involves regular MDT discussions with colleagues
- Providing evidence-based care for patients in a multidisciplinary setting.
- Continuing responsibility for the care of patients in your charge, including all administrative duties associated with patient care (with secretarial support)
- Development of specialty interests that fit in with Division needs and the strategic direction of the Trust.
- Participation in clinical audit and in continuing medical education.
About us
Our Values
Our STAR values are at the heart of everything we do. You can expect to see them in the way we act and the way we treat each other. Our values make us who we are. We will expect your values and behaviours to reflect the STAR Values of the organisation:
Service We will put our patients first
Teamwork We will work together
Ambition We will aspire to provide the best service
Respect We will act with integrity
The Oncology Department is located in the main Hospital building, which has excellent travel links (including good onsite parking), with many cities within easy range. The Trust is located on the edge of Swindon with access to a variety of outstanding areas to live which include both urban or village areas with short commutes to the site.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The duties outlined below are not definitive and may change in accordance with the needs of the service:
- Multidisciplinary team working is key component of the working within the Trust and involves regular MDT discussions with colleagues
- Providing evidence-based care for patients in a multidisciplinary setting.
- Continuing responsibility for the care of patients in your charge, including all administrative duties associated with patient care (with secretarial support)
- Development of specialty interests that fit in with Division needs and the strategic direction of the Trust.
- Participation in clinical audit and in continuing medical education.
Further details can be found on the attached Job Description
Job description
Job responsibilities
The duties outlined below are not definitive and may change in accordance with the needs of the service:
- Multidisciplinary team working is key component of the working within the Trust and involves regular MDT discussions with colleagues
- Providing evidence-based care for patients in a multidisciplinary setting.
- Continuing responsibility for the care of patients in your charge, including all administrative duties associated with patient care (with secretarial support)
- Development of specialty interests that fit in with Division needs and the strategic direction of the Trust.
- Participation in clinical audit and in continuing medical education.
Further details can be found on the attached Job Description
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Fully registered with the GMC
- MRCGP (UK) or equivalent
Experience
Essential
- Experience/Special interest in Acute Medicine or Oncology
- Ability to lead a multi-professional team and take full and independent responsibility for clinical care of patients
Teaching & Research
Essential
- Ability to teach clinical skills to trainees and multi disciplinary teams
- Interest in leading multi-professional education
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Fully registered with the GMC
- MRCGP (UK) or equivalent
Experience
Essential
- Experience/Special interest in Acute Medicine or Oncology
- Ability to lead a multi-professional team and take full and independent responsibility for clinical care of patients
Teaching & Research
Essential
- Ability to teach clinical skills to trainees and multi disciplinary teams
- Interest in leading multi-professional education
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).
