Consultant Clinical Oncologist Urology, Breast, H&N, Lymphoma, Skin

Transformationunitgm; Southend-on-Sea; On-site; GBP 109,000 - 146,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent healthcare provider in Southend-on-Sea seeks a Consultant Clinical Oncologist specializing in Urology, Breast, Skin, Lymphoma, and Head and Neck cancers. This full-time position offers an exciting opportunity to join a dedicated oncology team, responsible for managing junior staff, promoting interdisciplinary collaboration, and maintaining high clinical standards. Candidates must hold an MBBS or equivalent and be on the GMC Specialist Register for oncology. Competitive salary between £109,725 and £145,478 per annum.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid UK professional registration.
• At least 6 months before inclusion on GMC Specialist Register for oncology at interview.
• MD or PhD preferred with management training.

Responsibilities

• Assume responsibility for managing junior medical staff.
• Promote a friendly and team-based environment.
• Participate in clinical audits within the department.

Skills

Knowledge of oncology

Expert clinical opinion on SACT

Specialised experience in Urology, Breast, Lymphoma, Skin, Head and Neck

Commitment to effective departmental management

Education

MBBS or Equivalent

MRCP

Inclusion on GMC Specialist Register for oncology

Evidence of completion of specialist training

Job description

Main area Clinical Oncology Grade Consultant Contract Permanent Hours Full time - 10 sessions per week (On-call 1:22) Job ref 390-MR-ONC-SO-8343

Employer Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust Employer type NHS Site Southend Town Westcliff-on-Sea Salary £109,725 - £145,478 Per Annum (pro rata for part time) Salary period Yearly Closing 31/12/2025 23:59

Consultant Clinical Oncologist Urology, Breast, H&N, Lymphoma, Skin

Consultant

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust is the onlyacute hospital provider in the Mid and South Essex Integrated Care System (ICS), which is a system of health and care partners working together for our local population.

Within Mid and South Essex there are 149 GP practices, operating from over 200 sites, forming 27 Primary Care Networks and one Ambulance Trust. There are also three main community and mental health service providers who work together through a community collaborative.

We collaborate with other valuable partners, including three Healthwatch organisations, nine voluntary and community sector organisations and three top tier local authorities, with seven district, borough and city councils, as well as our local universities.

Job overview

We have exciting and wonderful opportunities that have arisen for two Consultant Clinical Oncologist with a special interest in Urology, Breast, Skin, Lymphoma and Head and Neck to join our Oncology team with the Mid and South Essex Trust.

Recent strategic developments across the area as part of the Sustainability and Transformation Plan (STP) has seen the creation of a single integrated medical team for Oncology working across the three acute trust - Southend Hospital, Basildon Hospital and Broomfield Hospital.

The vision for this larger single team will facilitate cross cover, support increased sub specialisation and facilitate individual job plans in line with Royal College Guidance on tumour site cover.

Main duties of the job

The Team provides the Oncology Service for South Essex covering Basildon, Broomfield and Southend Hospitals, with Southend being the Cancer Centre for the Region and the lead employer for Cancer Services.

Promote a friendly and team based working environment – in line with our Trust Values. Assuming responsibility for the management of junior medical staff including the professional development of their trainees. Promoting inter-disciplinary working in the department and across the hospital. To practice within the department to ensure that current standards and evidence-based practice are applied. The Oncology department has a full and varied clinical audit program, including both departmental and multidisciplinary audit.

Working for our organisation

Our ambition is to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and well being of our patients, and provide a vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.

We aim to make the most of our skills and experiences so we can become the best we can be. As one organisation we will recruit the finest and retain more specialist staff due to more employment opportunities across our Trust.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Are you looking for a Consultant role with a special interest an interest in Breast, Urological, Lymphoma, Skin or Head and Neck cancers then we want to hear from you?

For full details about this varied and rewarding role, please see attached job description.

We look forward to your application.

Person specification

Qualifications

• MBBS or Equivalent
• MRCP
• Inclusion on GMC Specialist Register for oncology or within 6 months of attainment at the time of interview
• Evidence of completion of specialist training or equivalent
• MD PhD
• Evidence of Management training

Skills & Knowledge

• Knowledge expected of a fully trained Oncologist
• Extensive knowledge in the use of SACT and ability to offer expert clinical opinion on range of problems.
• Specialised experience in Advertised tumour sites
• Experience of participating in AOS

Management & Administrative

• Commitment to effective departmental management and management of a multidisciplinary group

Employer certification / accreditation badges

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.