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GUY'S AND ST. THOMAS' HOSPITAL NHS FOUNDATION TRUSTSenior Clinical Fellow in Clinical OncologyNodal Point 4, Full Time - 40 hours per week, Fixed Term - 6 monthsApplications are invited for a post in the Clinical oncology department at Guy's & St Thomas' Hospital.This is an ideal opportunity for someone interested in pursuing a career in oncology and having involvement in our new high profile Cancer Centre. Our department is well-recognized for its provision of specialist Oncology training. These posts do not have educational support for specialist training, but here are exciting educational opportunities, including involvement in clinical trial research, audit, appraisal, and provision for study leave to be taken.To be considered for this role, MRCP or equivalent is desirable and oncology experience of some form is essential. You will need to have passed the IELTS exam.Main duties of the jobThis is an ideal opportunity for someone interested in pursuing a career in oncology and having involvement in our high-profile Cancer Centre. Our department is well-recognized for its provision of specialist Oncology training. These posts do not have educational support for specialist training, but here are exciting educational opportunities, including involvement in clinical trial research, audit, appraisal, and provision for study leave to be taken.To be considered for this role, MRCP or equivalent is desirable and oncology experience of some form is essential. You will need to have passed the IELTS exam.Job Summary: Please see attached documents for full JD/PSThe post will be largely outpatient or day unit based to ensure safeadministration of systemic anti-cancer therapy.To participate in clinical and other service activities with the object ofensuring a high standard of patient care.To participate in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and trainingThe post holder is required to follow Trust policies and procedures whichare regularly updated.About usGuy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust comprises five of the UK's best known hospitals - Guy's, St Thomas', Evelina London Children's Hospital, Royal Brompton and Harefield - as well as community services in Lambeth and Southwark, all with a long history of high quality care, clinical excellence, research and innovation. We are among the UK's busiest, most successful foundation trusts. We provide specialist care for patients including heart and lung, cancer and renal services as well as a full range of local hospital and community services for people in Lambeth and Southwark.We have a long tradition of clinical and scientific achievement and - as part of King's Health Partners - we are one of England's eight academic health sciences centres, bringing together world-class clinical services, teaching and research. We have one of the National Institute for Health Research's biomedical research centres, established with King's College London in 2007, as well as dedicated clinical research facilities.We have around 22,700 staff, making us one of the largest NHS Trusts in the country and one of the biggest employers locally. We aim to reflect the diversity of the communities we serve and continue to develop new and existing partnerships with local people, patients, neighbouring NHS organisations, local authorities and charitable bodies and GPs.Date posted02 May 2025Pay schemeHospital medical and dental staffGradeDoctor - otherSalaryxc2xa361,825 a year p.a excl. LZContractFixed termDuration6 monthsWorking patternFull-timeReference number196-MED4824Job locationsGuy's and St Thomas' HospitalGreat Maze PondLondonSE1 9RTJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesPlease see attached documents for full JD/PSJob Summary:The post will be largely outpatient or day unit based to ensure safeadministration of systemic anti-cancer therapy.To participate in clinical and other service activities with the object ofensuring a high standard of patient care.To participate in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and trainingThe post holder is required to follow Trust policies and procedures whichare regularly updated.Duties and responsibilities:Clinical: The postholder will, together with colleagues, be responsible for the provision of Oncology services to the Guys & St Thomas NHS Foundation Trust to include:a) Diagnosis and treatment of patients of the trust in such hospitals,health centres or clinics or other premises as required.b) Continuing clinical responsibility for the patients in your charge,allowing or all proper delegation to, and training of, your staff.c) The majority of the role will be in oncology outpatients or chemotherapyday unit/acute oncology assessment unit.d) The postholder may participate in the hospital at night cover and oncalls. They will be expected to carry the tumour phone during working hours and take part in the tumour phone rota. They will also participate in ward based cover system approximately 1 in 8-10 weeks.This vacancy may be closed early if sufficient applications for the role are received. Please be sure to register your interest and submit you application as soon as you possibly can to avoid any disappointment.Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesPlease see attached documents for full JD/PSJob Summary:The post will be largely outpatient or day unit based to ensure safeadministration of systemic anti-cancer therapy.To participate in clinical and other service activities with the object ofensuring a high standard of patient care.To participate in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and trainingThe post holder is required to follow Trust policies and procedures whichare regularly updated.Duties and responsibilities:Clinical: The postholder will, together with colleagues, be responsible for the provision of Oncology services to the Guys & St Thomas NHS Foundation Trust to include:a) Diagnosis and treatment of patients of the trust in such hospitals,health centres or clinics or other premises as required.b) Continuing clinical responsibility for the patients in your charge,allowing or all proper delegation to, and training of, your staff.c) The majority of the role will be in oncology outpatients or chemotherapyday unit/acute oncology assessment unit.d) The postholder may participate in the hospital at night cover and oncalls. They will be expected to carry the tumour phone during working hours and take part in the tumour phone rota. They will also participate in ward based cover system approximately 1 in 8-10 weeks.This vacancy may be closed early if sufficient applications for the role are received. Please be sure to register your interest and submit you application as soon as you possibly can to avoid any disappointment.Person SpecificationQUALIFICATIONS AND TRAINING:Essential

• MB CHB or equivalent MRCP

Desirable

• FRCR part 1 & 2

PROFESSIONAL/STATUTORY REGISTRATIONEssential

• IELTS Pass
• Eligible for GMC sponsorship

Desirable

• Full GMC

Previous ExperienceEssential

• At least 1 year's experience in general medicine or medical specialties
• experience in Oncology

Skills/Knowledge/AbiliyEssential

• Ability to work as an effective member of a multidisciplinary team
• Ability to perform standard emergency clinical procedures (e.g. central venous access catheter insertion)
• Understanding of the principles and application of clinical research / audit
• Computer literacy
• An understanding of the process of medical education
• Ability to manage own time and to prioritise
• Punctuality, reliability and good organisational skills
• Ability to establish good working relationships with others and work within a team

Desirable

• Experience of Research
• Evidence of contributing to or undertaking audit
• Evidence of participation in the teaching process

Person SpecificationQUALIFICATIONS AND TRAINING:Essential

• MB CHB or equivalent MRCP

Desirable

• FRCR part 1 & 2

PROFESSIONAL/STATUTORY REGISTRATIONEssential

• IELTS Pass
• Eligible for GMC sponsorship

Desirable

• Full GMC

Previous ExperienceEssential

• At least 1 year's experience in general medicine or medical specialties
• experience in Oncology

Skills/Knowledge/AbiliyEssential

• Ability to work as an effective member of a multidisciplinary team
• Ability to perform standard emergency clinical procedures (e.g. central venous access catheter insertion)
• Understanding of the principles and application of clinical research / audit
• Computer literacy
• An understanding of the process of medical education
• Ability to manage own time and to prioritise
• Punctuality, reliability and good organisational skills
• Ability to establish good working relationships with others and work within a team

Desirable

• Experience of Research
• Evidence of contributing to or undertaking audit
• Evidence of participation in the teaching process

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