Job summary
We have an exciting opportunity in the Department of Oncology at F3/ST1/ST2 level (SHO equivalent). The post will be based at the Proton Beam Therapy (PBT) Department and is available from as soon as possible for the duration of a year.
This post would be suitable for a candidate seeking oncology and radiotherapy experience. There will be a unique opportunity to have exposure to modern radiotherapy planning at one of the two national PBT centres, including involvement in clinical trials and projects.
This post is 0.7WTE (28 hours) Monday to Friday with no on-call commitments.
It is essential that candidates have core competencies of Foundation Year Two (or equivalent), relevant experience and an interest in haemato/oncology. GMC is desirable and good team working skills and an excellent command of English are also essential. NHS experience is preferred.
This vacancy may close before the current listed closing date. You are advised not to delay submitting your completed application.
Main duties of the job
The post will be based in Proton Beam Therapy. It is a 9am- 5pm post for 0.7 WTE.Key Roles and Responsibilities include:? Provision of outpatient clinical care of PBT patients o Reviewing patients in radiotherapy on-treat clinicso Management of acute radiation/chemoradiation toxicities o Timely review of unwell PBT patients and arrangement of emergency care and admission if required. ? Providing physical medical cover in GWB through all operational hourso Attendance in MDT and pre-planning meetings o Attendance in new and follow up outpatient clinics ? Management of patients recruited onto clinical trials? Supervised PBT radiotherapy contouring and image review? Completing end of treatment summaries ? Facilitating the collection of clinical outcomes ? Active involvement in PBT research, audit or quality improvement projects
About us
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) is one of the most complex NHS trusts in the UK, serving a large and diverse population. We provide academically led acute and specialist services, to people from the local area, from throughout the United Kingdom and overseas. Our vision is to deliver top-quality patient care, excellent education, and world-class research.
We provide first-class acute and specialist services across eight sites:
We are dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of many complex illnesses. UCLH specialises in women's health and the treatment of cancer, infection, neurological, gastrointestinal and oral disease. It has world class support services including critical care, imaging, nuclear medicine and pathology.
We are committed to sustainability and have pledged to become a carbon net zero health service, embedding sustainable practice throughout UCLH. We have set an ambitious target of net zero for our direct emissions by 2031 and indirect emissions by 2040.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.
Department of Oncology ST1/2
The oncology workforce at UCLH is made up of approximately 50 consultants, 20 SpRs/StRs, 3 IMTs, 8 ST1-2 level doctors, 3 FY2s.
The PBT centre at UCLH is one of two national referral centres. The post holder will work alongside 6 PBT fellows (ST3+/equivalent) at the PBT department.
Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff*
UCLH top trust to work at in England for the second year running! : University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
*In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England for the second year in a row.
UCLH top trust to work at in England for the second year running! University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.
Once again, UCLH has received the highest score of all general acute and acute/community NHS trusts in England for staff that would recommend us as a place to work.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.
Department of Oncology ST1/2
The oncology workforce at UCLH is made up of approximately 50 consultants, 20 SpRs/StRs, 3 IMTs, 8 ST1-2 level doctors, 3 FY2s.
The PBT centre at UCLH is one of two national referral centres. The post holder will work alongside 6 PBT fellows (ST3+/equivalent) at the PBT department.
Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff*
UCLH top trust to work at in England for the second year running! : University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
*In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England for the second year in a row.
UCLH top trust to work at in England for the second year running! University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.
Once again, UCLH has received the highest score of all general acute and acute/community NHS trusts in England for staff that would recommend us as a place to work.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
Desirable
- Eligible for full registration with the GMC at time of appointment and hold a current licence to practise
Experience
Essential
- Relevant experience
- Fy2 competencies & sign off
Desirable
Skills, Ability & Knowledge
Essential
- Good team working and communication skills with patients and others involved in patient care
- Excellent command of English
- Ability to organise and prioritise own workload & to work on own initiative
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
Desirable
- Eligible for full registration with the GMC at time of appointment and hold a current licence to practise
Experience
Essential
- Relevant experience
- Fy2 competencies & sign off
Desirable
Skills, Ability & Knowledge
Essential
- Good team working and communication skills with patients and others involved in patient care
- Excellent command of English
- Ability to organise and prioritise own workload & to work on own initiative
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).
Employer details
Employer name
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
University College Hospital Grafton Way Building
1 Grafton Way
London
WC1E 6AS
Employer's website
https://www.uclh.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
