University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)

Clinical Fellow FY2/ST1 in Oncology

The closing date is 28 May 2025

Job summary

This advert is for two clinical fellow roles which would suit either post F2 or post IMT Resident Drs who are interested in exploring oncology as a career and gaining experience in a leadership and service development role. The roles can be full or part time and are fixed term for one year. Prior experience working in the NHS is essential and prior Oncology experience is desirable but not essential as the role is fully supported.

These roles are based in outpatient and ambulatory oncology services and will provide experience in the management of oncology patients receiving specialist treatment and in follow-up.

Each post has protected project time to lead projects in service development, which will enhance leadership skills and enhance career development in oncology or elsewhere.

Main duties of the job

The clinical fellows work alongside the oncology SpR and ACP team to provide clinical review for patients receiving systemic anti-cancer therapies and radiotherapy both in the cancer centre and the ambulatory assessment unit settings with potential for telephone triage and follow-up. There will be a detailed induction and on going support for the oncology-specific knowledge but much of the roles will utilise general medical knowledge and skills.

There will be opportunities take part in oncology clinics and radiotherapy planning to gain further insight into oncology as a specialty, this will change on a rotational basis during the year.

The Clinical Fellows will have a designated Consultant Supervisor and day to day supervision from the on call SpR & Consultant.

Working hours will fall between 08.30 and 18.00 Mon - Friday with no overnight or weekend work. The post will be based at the Royal Sussex County Hospital, Brighton with possibility for travel to peripheral clinics (Eastbourne or Worthing) maximum once /week

About us

At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.

We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We're here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in ourWellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.

As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.

We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.

Details

Date posted

14 May 2025

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Doctor - other

Salary

£41,750 to £54,468 a year per annum

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

6 months

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

MWRSCHONC-001

Job locations

Royal Sussex County Hospital

Brighton

BN2 5BE


Job description

Job responsibilities

The role of Clinical Fellow is flexible depending on the needs of the service and the specific interests of the successful candidate.

The appointed post holder will work as part of a team looking after the non-surgical aspects of oncology patients:

  • Clinical responsibilities as per timetable

  • QI project with 20% protected time

  • Engage in teaching of the junior members of the team

  • Maintain own professional development and adhere to GMC Good Medical Practice standards and actively engage with mandatory training and appraisal

The post holder/s duties include

  • 2 days per week covering the Cancer Centre/Ambulatory Unit, with cross cover for annual leave and sickness absence

  • 1-2 clinics including AO telephone, tumour-site specific and radiotherapy planning with admin time

  • 1 day protected time for leadership and/or service development project

Please see detailed job description for further information

Job description

Job responsibilities

The role of Clinical Fellow is flexible depending on the needs of the service and the specific interests of the successful candidate.

The appointed post holder will work as part of a team looking after the non-surgical aspects of oncology patients:

  • Clinical responsibilities as per timetable

  • QI project with 20% protected time

  • Engage in teaching of the junior members of the team

  • Maintain own professional development and adhere to GMC Good Medical Practice standards and actively engage with mandatory training and appraisal

The post holder/s duties include

  • 2 days per week covering the Cancer Centre/Ambulatory Unit, with cross cover for annual leave and sickness absence

  • 1-2 clinics including AO telephone, tumour-site specific and radiotherapy planning with admin time

  • 1 day protected time for leadership and/or service development project

Please see detailed job description for further information

Person Specification

Education & Qualifications

Essential

  • Basic medical degree
  • Full GMC Registration with a licence to practice

Desirable

  • Higher Degree
  • Advanced Life Support Certificate from the Resuscitation Council UK or equivalent
  • MRCP (part or complete)

Knowledge

Desirable

  • Breadth of experience in and outside specialty

Teaching

Essential

  • Evidence of an interest and commitment to teaching

Desirable

  • Recognised teaching qualification

Clinical Experience

Essential

  • A minimum of 24 months post graduate medical experience
  • Completion of F2 or equivalent
  • Experience working in the NHS (minimum 12 months)

Desirable

  • Experience of working within oncology services

Organisation & Planning

Essential

  • Experience and ability to work in multi-professional teams
  • Understanding of: NHS / Clinical governance / Resource constraints.

Desirable

  • Evidence of managerial skills: Achievements / Course attended

Academic & Research

Desirable

  • Research experience
  • Publications
  • Prizes and honours
  • Evidence of participation in audit
Person Specification

Education & Qualifications

Essential

  • Basic medical degree
  • Full GMC Registration with a licence to practice

Desirable

  • Higher Degree
  • Advanced Life Support Certificate from the Resuscitation Council UK or equivalent
  • MRCP (part or complete)

Knowledge

Desirable

  • Breadth of experience in and outside specialty

Teaching

Essential

  • Evidence of an interest and commitment to teaching

Desirable

  • Recognised teaching qualification

Clinical Experience

Essential

  • A minimum of 24 months post graduate medical experience
  • Completion of F2 or equivalent
  • Experience working in the NHS (minimum 12 months)

Desirable

  • Experience of working within oncology services

Organisation & Planning

Essential

  • Experience and ability to work in multi-professional teams
  • Understanding of: NHS / Clinical governance / Resource constraints.

Desirable

  • Evidence of managerial skills: Achievements / Course attended

Academic & Research

Desirable

  • Research experience
  • Publications
  • Prizes and honours
  • Evidence of participation in audit

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)

Address

Royal Sussex County Hospital

Brighton

BN2 5BE


Employer's website

https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)

Address

Royal Sussex County Hospital

Brighton

BN2 5BE


Employer's website

https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Consultant Oncologist

Dr Sally Appleyard

sally.appleyard@nhs.net

01273696955

Details

Date posted

14 May 2025

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Doctor - other

Salary

£41,750 to £54,468 a year per annum

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

6 months

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

MWRSCHONC-001

Job locations

Royal Sussex County Hospital

Brighton

BN2 5BE


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