Consultant Clinical Oncologist - Lung and Skin

University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 110,000

Job description

Job summary

We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Clinical Oncologist with a focus on Lung and Skin cancers to join our world-class team at University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH). This is a permanent, full-time position for a Consultant Clinical Oncologist who will work as part of the multidisciplinary team, providing expert treatment for lung and skin cancer patients. The role will include delivering outpatient clinics, providing treatment advice, and managing the integration of cutting-edge treatment options, including systemic therapies and radiotherapy.

Main duties of the job

1. Lead and manage outpatient clinics for Lung and Skin cancer patients.
2. Develop and deliver radiotherapy and systemic therapy plans in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.
3. Provide leadership and clinical support in Lung and Skin cancer multidisciplinary team (MDT) meetings.
4. Liaise with diagnostic services and pathologists to ensure accurate diagnosis and appropriate treatment planning for patients.
5. Participate in research and clinical trials to drive innovation and improve treatment options for lung and skin cancer patients.
6. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of advances in oncology, particularly in the context of Lung and Skin cancers.
7. Engage in the development of personalized treatment plans for patients based on the latest clinical and genomic evidence.

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:

• University College Hospital (incorporating the Elizabeth Garrett Anderson Wing)
• National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery
• Royal National ENT and Eastman Dental Hospitals
• University College Hospital Grafton Way Building
• Royal London Hospital for Integrated Medicine
• University College Hospital Macmillan Cancer Centre
• The Hospital for Tropical Diseases
• University College Hospital at Westmoreland Street

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.

Person Specification

Professional Qualifications

Essential

• MB,BS or equivalent Full GMC Registration with a licence to practice and revalidated as appropriate.
• On GMC Specialist Register for Oncology or within six months of attaining CCT.
• MRCP or equivalent NB: Non UK trained doctors must be on the GMC register and Specialist Register in Clinical Oncology by date of interview.
• MRCP and FRCR.

Desirable

• Higher degree (MD, PhD or equivalent)

Clinical Skills

Essential

• Management of all aspects of care of patients undergoing palliative chemotherapy.

Desirable

• Undertaken advanced communications skills course.

Audit Management & IT

Essential

• Evidence of management/leadership roles.
• Understand the requirements of governance and clinical audit.
• Experience in organising clinical audit.
• Evidence of participation in quality improvement project within oncology.
• Evidence of management training.
• Evidence of ability to take responsibility.
• Ability to organise and prioritise workload and manage time effectively and efficiently.

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.
UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration.

Employer details

Employer name
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
University College London Hospital
235 Euston Road
London
NW1 2BU
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