Job summary
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.
Please see below for detailed job description of the role.
Main duties of the job
YOUR MAIN DUTIES
This is an exciting opportunity for two medical oncologists with an interest and experience in upper and lower gastrointestinal and hepatobiliary cancers to join an innovative and dynamic team of consultant, speciality doctors and advanced nurse practitioners in the Medical Oncology Service at University Southampton Hospital (UHS) and Salisbury District Hospital (SDH).
One post is based at UHS and the second covers both UHS and Salisbury and s intended to lead the regional hepatobiliary service.
The GI team in comprised of 4 substantive consultants predominantly covering UHS and providing regional services to Isle of Wight, Salisbury District Hospital and Hampshire Hospitals UHS is a Tertiary referral centre for HPB and Upper GI cancers, with strong academic links with the University of Southampton.
Following these appointments there will be a review of service provision within the GI Team with opportunity to develop subspeciality areas of interest.
About us
WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU
As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. UHS is rated 'Good' by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care.
All non-clinical roles may involve a mixture of on site and remote working, Specific details and flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.
Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted
Job description
Job responsibilities
Responsibilities
What youll do
The principal duties of these posts will be to:
Be a member of the GI and HPB MDTs
Participate in the management of GI and HPB patients
Attend the GI and HPB MDT meetings
Share the GI and HPB patient referrals
Support the Patient Triggered Follow Up (PTFU) pathway
Provide medical oncology expertise to the GI and HPB services
Plan and supervise chemo/immunotherapy
Conduct on treatment review clinics
Supervise care of inpatients providing cross-cover for annual leave for other GI and HPB Consultants at UHS.
Engage in peer review meetings
Participate in the recruitment and running of clinical trials
As a University Hospital:
All consultants are expected to actively participate in teaching and training of junior medical and nursing staff and allied health professionals
All consultants are expected to clinically supervise junior medical staff
Involvement in educational supervision is expected, subject to General Medical Council requirements
Active involvement in co-ordinating education and training within the department is also encouraged
What were looking for
We are looking for dynamic individuals who are keen to work with the team to develop the GI and HPB oncology services to provide world class care to our patients.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Individuals wishing to apply must be registered with the General Medical Council (GMC).
The successful candidate will be employed under the terms and conditions of service for Consultants (England) 2003.
Interviews will be held on TBC
Job Reference: MT1138- This vacancy closes on or before: 15th July 2024
Should you have any queries, please use the contact details below to get in touch.
Person Specification
Qualifications and training
Essential
- GMC Registration
- MRCP or equivalent
Desirable
- CCT in Medical Oncology (or within 6 months of CCT date) or appropriate qualifications and experience to allow entry on to the Specialist Register
- Recognised training in academic oncology with postgraduate qualification
Previous or relevant experience
Essential
- Broad experience in Medical Oncology
- Experience of multidisciplinary team working
- Experience in the management upper and lower gastrointestinal cancers
Desirable
- Significant experience in Oncology research
- Experience of working within the NHS
- Teaching experience
Aptitudes and skills
Essential
- Good clinical and interpersonal skills
- Good team worker
- Ability to manage staff and resources
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Excellent IT Skills
Desirable
- Track record or research including presentation and/or publications
Living the Trust values
Essential
- Able to demonstrate behaviours that meet the Trust Values: Patients First, Always Improving, Working Together
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 .
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 .
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website .
Employer details
Employer name
University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust
Address
Southampton General Hospital
Tremona Road
Southampton
SO16 6YD