Role Summary
Applications are invited from for the full-time post of Specialty Doctor in Clinical Oncology for a fixed term period of 23 months, based at the Royal Devon & Exeter Hospital.
Please note is advert is aimed exclusively for doctors enrolled within the Royal College of Radiologists Oncology Collaboration Pilot Programme, which aims to provide a supported pathway for overseas doctors to join the NHS working as a senior doctor in Clinical Oncology.
Please do not apply for this role if not enrolled in this programme. Applications received from doctors not enrolled in this programme will not be shortlisted.
This is a fixed term (23 months) full-time speciality grade post aimed at post-FRCR level applicants with a view to being eligible for a portfolio pathway application for entrance onto the GMC specialist register as a clinical/oncologist in the UK
Medical cover will be provided for the Acute Oncology Service and SACT day unit with outpatient clinic commitments within the Exeter Oncology Centre at the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital. There will be opportunities for involvement in seeing inpatients and outpatients requiring radiotherapy and or SACT (systemic anti-cancer therapy), along with involvement in both radical and palliative treatment planning. 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. As part of this role there will be rotations between tumour sites on a 6-monthly basis, with experience in a minimum of 4 different tumour sites (choice of site is flexible depending on candidates interests and future needs of the department at consultant level).
About the Role
For more information on the Job Description and Responsibilities please click the link below.
For more information on the Job Description and Responsibilities please click the link below.
More detail about the role
Applicants will be expected to be fully registered with the General Medical Council and hold current RCR membership. Candidates must have the full FRCR qualification and a minimum of 3 years’ experience at postgraduate level in clinical/ radiation oncology, including a minimum of 12 months experience in managing acutely unwell oncology patients with minimal supervision. Candidates should also have evidence of clinical practice in Clinical or Radiation Oncology for a minimum of 4 years Full Time Equivalent (FTC) out of the last 5 years.
In-patient 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. Our day-case unit is located on Cherrybrook where patients receive systemic anti-cancer treatment and Yarty Day Case which provides initial assessment from our Acute Oncology team.
Working Pattern: Monday to Friday 9-5pm with occasional weekend and evening working as part of the Oncology registrar rota.
Interview Date: To be confirmed.
For further information please contact: Dr Kate Scatchard (Clinical Director) on 01392 406170 or kate.scatchard@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.
