Clinical Fellow in Oncology FY2/ST1

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Part time
Location: Brighton
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Job offered by: NHS
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University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)

This is an exciting opportunity for full or part-time post foundation level 2 Doctors (preferably post IMT) with previous NHS experience to join the Sussex Oncology team and provide non-surgical oncological care at University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust. We have a Clinical Fellow vacancy which would be suitable for either post F2 or post IMT Drs who are interested in exploring oncology as a career and gaining experience in a leadership and service development role. This role can be full or part-time and is fixed for one year. The post has protected time to lead projects in service development, with a designated Consultant Supervisor and day-to-day supervision from the on-call SPR and Consultant. Prior experience working within the NHS is essential, with prior oncology experience desirable but not essential as the role is fully supported. Working hours will be between 08.30 - 18.00 Monday to Friday with an on-call rota but no overnight requirement. The role is based at the Royal Sussex County Hospital in Brighton with the possibility of travel to peripheral clinics in Eastbourne or Worthing (maximum 1 per week). Main duties of the job

The successful candidate would be based in outpatient oncology services, gaining experience in the management of oncology patients receiving specialist treatment and follow-up. Working alongside the oncology SPRs and ACP team, the post holders will provide clinical review for patients receiving systemic anti-cancer therapies and radiotherapy both in the treatment and ambulatory unit settings with potential for telephone triage and follow-up. There will be a detailed induction and ongoing support for oncology-specific knowledge; however, much of the role will utilise general medical knowledge and skills. There will be the opportunity to take part in oncology clinics and radiotherapy planning in rotation during the year, to gain further insight into oncology as a specialty. 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 Person Specification

Education & Qualifications

Basic Medical Degree Full GMC Registration with license to practice MRCP Part 1 Higher Degree Advanced Life Support Certificate from the Resuscitation Council UK or equivalent Full MRCP Clinical Experience

A minimum of 24 months post-graduate medical experience Experience working in the NHS Experience of working within oncology services Knowledge

Breadth of experience in and outside specialty Organisation & Planning

Experience and ability to work in multi-professional teams Understanding of NHS / Clinical governance / Resource constraints. Evidence of managerial skills: Achievements / Course attended Teaching Skills

Evidence of an interest and commitment to teaching Recognised teaching qualification Academic & Research

Evidence of participation in audit Research experience Publications, Prizes & Honours 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. Depending on experience: Dependent on Experience

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