Role Summary
We are looking to recruit a specialty doctor in Oncology to work within the Non-Site Specific and Acute Oncology pathways. The role will be based at Royal Devon & Exeter Hospital.
This is a full time Specialty Grade post. There is no on-call commitment attached to this post, but occasional Saturday morning ward rounds (roughly 8 per year) will take place with time taken back in lieu. The 10 PAs will be worked during office-hours Mondays to Fridays and occasional Saturdays. Applicants will be expected be fully registered with the General Medical Council. The applicant will be expected to have previous experience in general medicine at middle grade or GP level, previous experience in Oncology is desirable but not essential.
The Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital, Wonford is the largest employer in the city of Exeter, serving the acute healthcare needs of a diverse community. The RD&E provides acute hospital services to around 350,000 people in Exeter, East Devon and Mid Devon and offers specialist services such as cancer care, plastic and reconstructive surgery, orthopaedic surgery, paediatric care and renal services to people further afield in Devon, Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly, Somerset and Dorset. We recognise the diversity we bring to work makes the RD&E workplace richer and helps us better serve patients from diverse backgrounds. The "Our commitment to you" webpages spell out how we support diversity in the workforce. We are pleased to have won four awards for our work in recognising and valuing the diversity of our staff.
Exeter is a historic County Town with a superb Cathedral. The town is situated in the heart of the South West of England, 30 minutes drive from the wilds of Dartmoor, but within a short distance of glorious beaches and coastline.
Candidates wishing to visit the department should contact Dr Jenny Forrest: jennifer.forrest1@nhs.net
About the Role
For more information on the Job Description and Responsibilities please click the link below.
More detail about the role
This is a full-time, fixed-term (12 months) trust grade post aimed at IMT4-7 level to be part of the middle grade rota alongside clinical and medical oncology registrars. You will provide medical cover for the Acute Oncology Service, SACT day unit, and outpatient clinic commitments within the Exeter Oncology Centre at the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital. Those with clinical oncology experience will be expected / able to be involved in palliative and radical radiotherapy planning. You will also be required to support the oncology ward junior doctors.
Applicants will be expected to be fully registered with the General Medical Council. Previous experience in the management of solid cancers including chemotherapy +/- radiotherapy is essential. Candidates will be expected to be part of the oncology registrar rota to provide weekend ward cover (9am-5pm) based on Yeo Ward and one evening working until 7pm covering the day case unit.
Cherrybrook, our SACT (systemic anti-cancer treatment) day unit sees 70-90 patients for a variety of systemic treatments per day. The Acute Oncology Service is also based on Yarty Day Case seeing 5-10 patients/ day. The aim for the AOS service is to actively manage treatment or cancer-related problems in the ambulatory setting to reduce the need for admission. Inpatient oncology service provision takes place on Yeo ward a 23 bedded unit taking direct admissions of acutely unwell oncology patients from home, as well as patients admitted electively for treatment. Successful candidates will receive training in prescribing SACT.
Working Pattern: Office hours Mondays to Fridays and occasional Saturdays
Interview Date: TBC
For further information please contact: Dr Jenny Forrest jennifer.forrest1@nhs.net
As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.
Preference will be given to staff with ‘Priority’ and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.
The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.
The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.
About Us
Stretching across Northern, Eastern and Mid Devon, we have a workforce of over 15,000 staff, making us the largest employer in Devon. Our core services, which we provide to more than 615,000 people, cover more than 2,000 square miles across Devon, while some of our specialist services cover the whole of the peninsula, extending our reach as far as Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.
We deliver a wide range of emergency, specialist and general medical services through North Devon District Hospital and the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford). Alongside our two acute hospitals, we provide integrated health and social care services across a variety of settings, including community inpatient hospitals, outpatient clinics, and within people’s own homes. We also offer primary care services, a range of specialist community services, and Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARC).
Our state-of-the-art equipment, leading technologies and strong links to local universities put us at the forefront of research and innovations, enabling us to provide world-class care to our local communities.
Our values are at the heart of everything we do, click here to find out more
It has never been a more exciting time to join the Royal Devon, as you will help to shape our services as we continue along our integration journey.
Benefits
Looking after you is important to us.
We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies.
If you are starting out in the NHS, you’ll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 34 days plus bank holidays depending on grade and years of service.
You will benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups.
We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team.
This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we will help you get there.
Salary is not the only financial benefit
You will have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers. You will also have access to other benefits including:
- National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.
- Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter
- Car lease schemes.
- The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).
- Cycle to work scheme
These are just a few of the benefits available – if the role is something you are interested in, we would love to hear from you.
