About this role
Job summary
We are seeking a Consultant Clinical Oncologist with a specialist interest in Colorectal and Breast to join our dynamic and progressive team at Somerset NHS Foundation Trust. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a well-established oncology service supported by dedicated clinical nurse specialists, an active clinical trials portfolio and regional collaboration..
We provide Clinical and Medical Oncology inpatient and outpatient services, as well as radiotherapy and systemic anti-cancer therapy to all common tumour sites. The Beacon Centre and St Margaret's Hospice provide cancer care to the population of Somerset of approximately 560,000. They have received a number of accolades for the high-quality care delivered. Including CHKS ISO 9001 accreditation, Macmillan Quality Environment Mark score of 5 on all principles, Investors in People Gold and Customer Service Excellence A+++ award.
Our Yeovil Hospital site received a 15 million investment to develop part of the site and reduce waiting times. The first part the development plans will see the main theatre have a significant refurbishment and a 5 million investment into an additional new Day Surgery Unit & modular Outpatient Unit.
Our Musgrove Park site has opened a new Surgical Centre. We have a well-established programme of improvement work supporting the effective and efficient management of outpatient services. This includes opportunities for running outpatient clinics in a range of community hospitals across the county.
Main duties of the job
You will join a professional but friendly team of Clinical and Medical Oncologists, Specialist Doctors, Specialty Doctors, Clinical Fellows, Consultant Radiographers, Consultant Pharmacists, Chemotherapy Nurse Prescribers and Immunotherapy Advanced Nurse Practitioners. We work with a team of supportive and collaborative colleagues and enjoy training a group of motivated trainees from two deaneries.
You will provide oncology inpatient and outpatient services, as well as radiotherapy and systemic anti cancer therapy to all common tumour sites.
The role will incorporate the management of at least 2 clinical subsites.
We run cancer clinics across the county with clinics at Musgrove Park Hospital in Taunton and in Yeovil at St Margaret's Hospice. We have a weekly pre clinic "huddles" for all sites, where each patient is discussed, to share learning and to give peer support.
Within radiotherapy, we hold a regular steering group meetings to implement new developments and ensure we are up to date with published data & RCR guidelines.
We have an active Clinical Trials portfolio with trials open in both radiotherapy and systemic anti-cancer treatment.
Our Immunotherapy Service was one of the first to be set up in the UK and led to the development of a regional Immunotherapy Forum.
Applications welcome from specialist grades who have worked at locum consultant level and looking to be a consultant and must have FRCR
Relocation - Flight and Visa only (if required)
About us
At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:
Flexible working options to help you balance work and lifeNHS pension scheme for long-term financial securityGenerous annual leave allowance to recharge and relaxA strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potentialAdditionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.
We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.
Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.
The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.
Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.
Job description Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached detailed Oncologist Job Description for more information relating to this job, including the full persons specification.
Key ResponsibilitiesResponsible for patients with Colorectal and Breast cancerParticipate in multidisciplinary meetings and contribute to service developmentWork closely with the Colorectal team, Breast Team and CNS teamsContribute to the Acute Haematology Oncology Service and teaching/supervision of junior doctorsEngage in clinical research and trialsParticipate in an approx 1:12 on-call rota (weekends and evenings)
Working Pattern - Monday - Friday
Relocation - Flight and Visa only (if required)
Applications welcome from specialist grades who have worked at locum consultant level and looking to be a consultant and must have FRCR
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Full GMC registration with license to practice Specialist Registration status with GMC CCT in Clinical Oncology (or within 6 months at interview)
Experience Essential
Ability to work independently and within a multidisciplinary team Experience in Colorectal, Breast, Radiotherapy and systemic anti-cancer therapy
Desirable
Active participation in clinical research and trials Experience of e-prescribing systems Involvement in teaching and training at undergraduate/postgraduate levels
Additional Criteria Essential
Commitment to clinical excellence and governance
Desirable
Driving license or ability to travel between sites
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. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
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 (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer name Somerset NHS Foundation Trust
Address St Margaret Hospice
Little Tarrat Ln
Yeovil
Somerset
BA20 2HU
Employer's website https://www.somersetft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)