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An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Consultant in Medical Oncology to join a rapidly growing cancer centre in the East Midlands region. This role supports the continued development of a dynamic and patient-focused oncology service. The successful candidate will be part of a multidisciplinary team, delivering high-quality cancer care and working collaboratively across clinical, managerial, and academic domains.

This post is suited to a highly motivated individual with excellent communication skills, a strong sense of team collaboration, and a commitment to service development and patient safety.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

Clinical Duties

• Daily medical assessment of patients undergoing chemotherapy (pre- and post-treatment).
• Prescribing chemotherapy and supporting nurse-led chemotherapy services.
• Clinical support and review of inpatients managed under Acute Oncology.
• Medical cover for managing adverse reactions and identification of clinical risks within the chemotherapy unit.
• Assessment and management of walk-in oncology patients presenting with complications.
• Participation in oncology outpatient clinics across various cancer pathways.
• Review and interpretation of laboratory results; coordination with pharmacy staff.
• Support for multidisciplinary team (MDT) discussions and integration across all cancer pathways.
• Educational support and knowledge sharing with junior medical staff and trainees.
• Collaboration with Clinical Oncology Consultants and the wider cancer services team.

Managerial and Service Development

• Contribute to reviewing and prioritising service development needs.
• Provide expert advice and outreach to primary care and community services.
• Support in delivering complex treatment regimens within the chemotherapy suite.
• Participate in the repatriation of treatment regimens as appropriate.
• Engage with regional cancer networks and represent the department in relevant site-specific and peer-review meetings.
• Active participation in MDTs and departmental governance activities.
• Support nursing, allied health professional (AHP), and pharmacy teams in the delivery of safe and effective oncology care.
• Manage complications related to vascular access devices (e.g., PICC, Hickman lines).
• Work closely with the Cancer Services team to align local service delivery with national cancer strategies and quality standards.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential:

• MB ChB or equivalent medical degree.
• MRCP or FRCR (Medical Oncology) or equivalent.

Desirable:

• Higher medical degree (e.g., MD, PhD).

Training & Registration

Essential:

• Certificate of Completion of Specialist Training (CCT) in Medical Oncology OR
• Registration on the GMC Specialist Register for Medical Oncology OR
• Within six months of achieving CCT at the time of the interview.

Experience

Essential:

• Broad training in Medical Oncology to specialist level.
• Demonstrated experience in managing oncology patients undergoing systemic anti-cancer therapy.
• Familiarity with UK chemotherapy safety standards and clinical governance frameworks.

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