Consultant Medical Oncology - Prostate Cancer

University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust • Derriford Hospital

Closing on: 20 Nov 2024

VerifiedMedical Oncology

Job Highlights

Expected Salary

£93,666 - £126,281

Grade

Locum Consultant

Location

Plymouth, United Kingdom

Specialisation

Medical Oncology

Job Summary

Medical oncology at the Plymouth NHS Trust specializes in providing comprehensive care for patients with prostate cancer. The department focuses on the diagnosis, treatment, and management of prostate cancer through a multidisciplinary approach, incorporating advanced medical therapies, including chemotherapy, hormonal therapy, and targeted treatments. The medical oncologists work closely with urologists, radiologists, pathologists, and specialist nurses to create individualized treatment plans tailored to the unique needs of each patient. Emphasis is placed on evidence-based practices and the latest advancements in cancer treatment to ensure the highest standard of care. In addition to clinical care, the department is actively involved in clinical trials and research, contributing to the ongoing development of innovative therapies for prostate cancer. Support services, including counselling and palliative care, are also integral parts of the program, aimed at addressing the physical, emotional, and psychological needs of patients and their families.

Job Overview

General Duties

In conjunction with Consultant and Senior colleagues, to provide a service in Oncology with responsibility for in-patients and out-patients.
To provide cover for Consultant and Senior colleagues in respect of periods of leave.
In conjunction with Consultant and Senior colleagues, to take part in medical audit and research as appropriate.
In conjunction with Consultant and Senior colleagues, to ensure that the requirements of clinical governance are met.
To ensure that there are adequate arrangements for hospital staff involved in the care of your patients to be able to contact you when necessary.
In conjunction with Consultant and Senior colleagues, to play a full part in the professional supervision and management of junior medical staff.
In conjunction with Consultant and Senior colleagues, to take responsibility for and devote time to teaching, examination and accreditation duties as required for junior medical staff
In conjunction with the Divisional Senior Team, to take an active role in the management of the Division.
In conjunction with the Divisional Director, Consultant & Senior colleagues, to play a full part in developing & implementing new ways of working in line with modernisation principles that are fit for the future.
In conjunction with Consultant and Senior colleagues, to take responsibility for the best use of departmental staffing and other resources to ensure the maximum efficiency of the department.
o observe the Trust’s agreed policies and procedures, in particular in relation to managing staff, and to follow the Trust’s Standing Orders and Standing Financial Instructions. These policies and procedures have been drawn up in consultation with the profession on clinical matters.

Job Plan

Job Overview

General Duties

In conjunction with Consultant and Senior colleagues, to provide a service in Oncology with responsibility for in-patients and out-patients.
To provide cover for Consultant and Senior colleagues in respect of periods of leave.
In conjunction with Consultant and Senior colleagues, to take part in medical audit and research as appropriate.
In conjunction with Consultant and Senior colleagues, to ensure that the requirements of clinical governance are met.
To ensure that there are adequate arrangements for hospital staff involved in the care of your patients to be able to contact you when necessary.
In conjunction with Consultant and Senior colleagues, to play a full part in the professional supervision and management of junior medical staff.
In conjunction with Consultant and Senior colleagues, to take responsibility for and devote time to teaching, examination and accreditation duties as required for junior medical staff
In conjunction with the Divisional Senior Team, to take an active role in the management of the Division.
In conjunction with the Divisional Director, Consultant & Senior colleagues, to play a full part in developing & implementing new ways of working in line with modernisation principles that are fit for the future.
In conjunction with Consultant and Senior colleagues, to take responsibility for the best use of departmental staffing and other resources to ensure the maximum efficiency of the department.
o observe the Trust’s agreed policies and procedures, in particular in relation to managing staff, and to follow the Trust’s Standing Orders and Standing Financial Instructions. These policies and procedures have been drawn up in consultation with the profession on clinical matters.

Job Plan

About Derriford Hospital

University Hospital

Derriford Hospital is the largest specialist teaching hospital in the south west peninsula and the region’s major trauma centre., This is an exciting opportunity to work in the largest hospital Trust in the South West Peninsula. We are a teaching hospital in partnership with the Peninsula Medical School and are rapidly developing as a centre for innovation and research.

Location of Hospital

Plymouth, United Kingdom

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About University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust

6400 Employees

3 Hospitals

University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust is the largest hospital Trust in the South West Peninsula. We are a teaching hospital in partnership with the Peninsula Medical School and are rapidly developing as a Centre for innovation and research. We employ 6400 staff, have more than 900 beds, and over 48,000 people pass through the main entrance of our hospital in a week. In addition, we have an integrated Ministry of Defence Hospital Unit, which has a staff of approximately 250 military personnel., Plymouth, Britain’s Ocean City, occupies a stunning location., UHP has a unique role, one of few trusts in the country to fulfil four distinct roles in the peninsula health and care system – spanning community and social care, mental health, acute and through to specialist and tertiary service