About this role
Job summary
The post holder will be expected to maintain a high-quality thyroid and lymphoma service for patients from St Georges Hospital and other SWL partners. The post holder will be based in the Sutton branch of the hospital but will be required to attend St George's hospital for a lymphoma clinic. Around new 100-120 thyroid cancer patients are anticipated with care being initially shared with Dr Kee Wong. Weekly cross site paper rounds, RMH MDT and SGH MDT provide governance and support. Around 40 new lymphoma patients per year are anticipated, with responsibility only for radiation delivery. The consultants and patients are supported by relevant CNS teams. Participation in clinical trials is also expected.
Main duties of the job
Provide and co-ordinate the Clinical Oncology management of patients with thyroid cancer and lymphoma to ensure best practice, working closely with all members of the multi-professional team. Support the care of inpatients with lymphoma (clinical oncology only) and those attending for radioiodine therapy This post will support the provision of radiotherapy for lymphoma patients referred from other RMH consultants and units across SWL.
About us
The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust is a world-leading cancer centre. Our role is to offer our patients the best cancer care available anywhere in the world, and to continue to make a global contribution to finding better ways of diagnosing and treating cancer. We employ over 4,500 staff in a diverse range of careers including nursing, medical, science, radiography, pharmacy, occupational therapy, finance and administrative services. We have two hospitals - one in Chelsea, London, and one in Sutton, Surrey - as well as a Medical Daycare Unit in Kingston Hospital.
At The Royal Marsden, we deal with cancer every day, so we understand how valuable life is. When people entrust their lives to us, they have the right to demand the very best. That's why the pursuit of excellence lies at the heart of everything we do.
At the heart of the hospital is our dedicated team. We offer a stimulating and dynamic working environment, a wide range of staff benefits, learning and development opportunities and clear career pathways. There are opportunities to work flexibly across a range of areas and specialities and we welcome flexible working requests from point of hire to support employees work life balance. We are looking for employees who aspire to excellence, share our values and can play a crucial role in our on-going achievements.
Job description Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description/person specification for a more detailed description of the role.
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Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Eligible for full GMC Registration CCT in Clinical Oncology or equivalent MRCP and FRCR or equivalent
Desirable
Higher Research Degree
Experience Essential
A broad-based experience in radiotherapy A relevant interest in clinical research
Desirable
Experience in advanced radiotherapy techniques for lymphoma and systemic therapy for thyroid tumours Evidence of scientific publications in clinical oncology
Skills Essential
A manifest interest in the clinical oncology lymphoma and thyroid
Desirable
Interest and experience in service development and improvement Management training and experience in medical audit
Personal Qualities Essential
The ability to work in collaboration with consultant colleagues in other disciplines and across RM Partners Commitment to achieving excellence Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills Enthusiasm A patient centred approach to delivering care Committed to personal and professional development
Desirable
Experience in developing effective and collaborative working relationships across networks
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.
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UK Registration
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Employer details Employer name The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust
Address The Royal Marsden Hospital
Chelsea
SW3 6JJ
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.royalmarsden.nhs.uk/working-royal-marsden (Opens in a new tab)