Locum Consultant in Clinical Oncology

Transformationunitgm; Leicester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - GBP 80,000; Full time

Job description

Employer University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust Employer type NHS Site Leicester Royal Infirmary Town Leicester Salary £109,725 - £145,478 pa Salary period Yearly Closing 27/02/2026 23:59

Locum Consultant in Clinical Oncology

NHS Medical & Dental: Locum Consultant

Job overview

The successful candidate will join the existing Consultants in providing a full and comprehensive Oncology service across Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire.

This post will support, with other Consultant colleagues in the Centre, the provision of Oncological Services across the local network. Tumour site specialisation has been fully developed and the post holder will be expected to offer expertise in the management of Urology and Colorectal tumours. Opportunities exist for development of other specialist interests, and these can be negotiated for the right candidate. In addition the successful candidate will be expected to explore opportunities to become involved in other exciting initiatives such as research and trials.

This post will give the candidate an excellent opportunity to be part of Urology and Colorectal services.

Main duties of the job

• undertake clinical and managerial responsibility for the agreed oncology specialties and patients. This includes liaison with consultant colleagues, other clinicians, other hospital staff and general practitioners involved in the diagnosis and management of oncology patients
• Continuing responsibility for the care of patients in his/her charge in liaison with consultant colleagues and for the proper functioning of the department
• To attend and partake in the management of patients through the specific MDTs, maintaining national standards and participating in Peer Review
• undertake research and show commitment to entering patients into clinical trials
• share responsibility for the clinical standards of the oncology service including liaison with other members of the multidisciplinary team and the Centre
• show responsibility for professional standards within oncology and ensure compliance with the standards required to satisfy national standards and the local quality system
• work as part of the Multidisciplinary Team in the CMG
• demonstrate a firm commitment to clinical governance including participation in effective clinical audit and continuing medical education
• Requirement to co‑operate with local management in the efficient running of services and an expectation to share with consultant colleagues in the medical contribution to management
• To be included with other consultants in the Centre’s On‑call and Receiving On‑call Consultant rotas

Working for our organisation

Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).

We have four primary goals:

• high‑quality care for all
• being a great place to work
• partnerships for impact
• research and education excellence

And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.

Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:

• we are compassionate
• we are proud
• we are inclusive
• we are one team

This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.

About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust:

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

• To be a core member of a dynamic medical team aiming to deliver first class cancer care to the East Midlands.
• To specialise in the delivery of radiotherapy for Urology and Colorectal malignancies.
• Participate in the Urology and Colorectal MDTs working closely with surgical, Palliative Care and Oncology colleagues to provide a seamless service.
• To demonstrate active participation in clinical trials helping to drive up trial recruitment and standards of care.
• To provide leadership in clinical trials development and have an interest in clinical research.
• To take an active role in undergraduate teaching.
• To carry out appropriate administration duties necessary to support the job.
• Supervision, education and appraisal of junior staff.
• To liaise closely with other specialties, departments and outside agencies in contributing to meeting the objectives of the Clinical Management Team.
• To take responsibility for ensuring that critical clinical incidents as defined in the Trust’s “Critical Incident Policy” are reported in a timely manner.
• To actively participate in audit.
• To participate in yearly appraisal and the job planning process.
• To undertake Mandatory & Statutory training as directed by the Trust and Clinical Management Team.
• To undertake a clinical managerial or leadership role at an appropriate point to meet the needs and objectives of the department.

Person specification

Management

• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team and supervise juniors
• Experience of leading teams and awareness of leadership styles
• Ability to effectively organise, prioritise and manage clinical workload
• Ability to prioritise time and information effectively
• Understanding of wider health agenda and modern NHS
• Ability to work to overcome barriers to change (negotiation, influencing and persuasion skills)
• Willingness to work as a member of the team and share administrative responsibilities
• Knowledge and understanding of clinical governance issues
• Evidence of management and administration experience
• Management training on an accredited course
• Awareness of service development issues
• Awareness of oncology at a national level
• Demonstrate skills in written and spoken English that are adequate to enable effective communication with patients and colleagues
• To be empathetic and sensitive; capacity to take others' perspectives and treat others with understanding
• Highly developed emotional intelligence
• High standards of presentation both written and verbal
• Demonstrate track record of successful change
• Proven ability to maintain focus in a demanding environment

Motivation

• Personal integrity and reliability
• Ability to motivate and develop both medical and non‑medical staff
• Commitment to further develop the post and the service provided

Audit/Quality improvement

• Effective participation in and a commitment to clinical audit
• Knowledge of and commitment to clinical audit
• Participation in a quality improvement programme
• Experience of quality improvement work and auditUndergone training in teaching and willingness to organise relevant audit activities including quality improvement evidence
• Completion of formal courses in audit and quality improvement
• Published audit including quality improvement

Research

• Understanding and interest in research
• Ability to appraise research critically
• Ability to supervise juniors undertaking research projects
• Evidence of recent research and development activity
• Publications in nationally and internationally recognised peer-reviewed journals on subjects relevant to the specialty

Teaching

• Experience of, and a commitment to, training/teaching undergraduate and post graduate
• Appraisal and assessment skills
• Ability to assess clinical competencies
• Enthusiastic and ability to inspire /lead others
• Willingness to develop new approaches to teaching
• Post graduate qualification in teaching and training

Equality and Diversity

• Able to demonstrate a commitment and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect, appropriate to their individual needs

Experience/Clinical Skills

• Fully trained in Clinical Oncology
• Excellent clinical skills and experience requisite to meeting all aspects of the job plan
• Ability to apply sound clinical judgement to problems
• Demonstrate clear, logical thinking/analytical approach; understands evidence-based practice
• Willingness to develop skills and experience in areas of interest
• Demonstrate experience/interest in Urology/Colorectal cancer treatments and broad experience in other tumour sites
• Evidence of clinical or research commitment and a relevant specialty interest

Qualifications/Training

• MRCP/FRCP/FRCR or Equivalent
• MBBS or equivalent
• Full GMC Registration
• Fully accredited for Higher Specialist training or will be eligible for inclusion on the specialist register within 6 months of the interview date or experience in a similar role in the UK
• Membership of relevant Specialist Societies or Associations

Additional Information

Please submit your application form without delay to avoid disappointment; we will close vacancies prior to the publishing closing date if we receive a sufficient number of completed application forms.

Please check the email account (including your junk mail) that you supplied as part of your application on a regular basis following the closing date and throughout the recruitment process, as this is how we will communicate with you.

UHL is an equal opportunities employer. We aim to employ a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from people from all backgrounds who match our job criteria.

Applicants who have a disability and meet the essential criteria for the job will be interviewed if you indicate you wish to be considered under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme. If you require a reasonable adjustment at any stage of the recruitment process please make the recruitment services team aware as soon as possible.

UHL is committed to helping colleagues balance the demands of both their work and personal needs through flexible working arrangements wherever reasonably practicable and subject to service needs.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

Please note if you are successful in obtaining this position and the post involves regulated activity you will be required to undertake a Disclosure & Barring Service check.

The Trust will pay for the check initially and the money will then be deducted from your salary over a three month period commencing on your first month's payment.

The current price of a check is £38 for an enhanced and £18 for a standard check.

Due to the current Covid pandemic we have introduced a staff risk assessment into our pre-employment process. This now forms part of the mandatory pre-employment checks that will be carried out if you receive a conditional offer.

The risk assessment is intended to ensure you are able to safely perform your duties in any of our work areas, and if you have been identified as being particularly vulnerable to coronavirus. Our main aim is to reduce risk and to ensure the safety of all new starters to the Trust as well as current staff, patients and visitors.

If it is identified that you are within a vulnerable category, we will endeavour to make reasonable adjustments to accommodate this through discussions with both Occupational Health and your recruiting manager.

Covid-19 vaccination remains the best way to protect yourself, family, colleagues and our patients/service users from the Covid-19 virus. We therefore continue to encourage our current and potential colleagues to get vaccinated.

University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust holds the principles of equality, diversity and inclusion at the heart of everything it does and all that it stands for. We are committed to developing a workforce that is representative of the community we serve. We welcome applications from the diverse community of Leicester, Leicester and Rutland, to help deliver healthcare services that meets the needs of our diverse communities.

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.