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An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Resident Doctor in Oncology to join a specialist cancer service in North West England.

This role focuses on delivering high-quality outpatient oncology care within a chemotherapy day unit, supporting patients across their treatment journey. The successful candidate will work closely with a multidisciplinary oncology team, contributing to personalised treatment plans and delivering a holistic, patient-centred approach to cancer care.

This position offers excellent exposure to both haematological and solid tumour oncology, alongside opportunities to work with highly experienced specialists in a collaborative clinical environment.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide medical cover for the outpatient chemotherapy day unit.
• Assess and manage patients undergoing chemotherapy to ensure safe and effective treatment delivery.
• Review and approve outpatient prescriptions, chemotherapy protocols, and medications.
• Manage acute oncological presentations and emergencies with consultant support.
• Work collaboratively with oncology consultants and multidisciplinary teams to deliver personalised treatment plans.
• Support the delivery of integrative cancer care addressing physical, emotional, and holistic patient needs.
• Build strong relationships with a diverse outpatient cohort to ensure continuity of care.
• Maintain high standards of clinical governance, patient safety, and documentation.
• Contribute to service development as oncology services continue to expand.

Person Specification

Qualifications & Registration

Essential

• MBBS or equivalent medical qualification.
• Full registration with the General Medical Council (GMC) with a licence to practise.
• Full MRCP qualification.
• Completion of Foundation Training.

Experience

Essential

• Minimum 4 years of clinical experience, including oncology exposure.
• Experience managing oncology patients across haematological and solid tumour cases.
• Experience working in outpatient or chemotherapy settings.
• Experience working within NHS systems.
• Minimum 1 year of NHS experience.

Desirable

• Experience in acute oncology or chemotherapy day unit settings.
• Experience in private or integrative oncology care environments.

Skills & Competencies

Essential

• Strong clinical assessment and decision-making skills in oncology.
• Ability to manage oncological emergencies effectively.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently while also contributing to a multidisciplinary team.
• Strong attention to detail in prescribing and protocol management.

Professional Attributes

Essential

• Commitment to delivering compassionate, patient-centred cancer care.
• Ability to build strong patient relationships in an outpatient setting.
• Motivation to develop within a growing oncology service.
• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills.