Trosolwg o'r swydd

This post will support the treatment of prostate cancer patients under the care of the uro- oncology team in Sutton.

Around 1000 patients are referred to the Sutton uro-oncology team per year, with around 600 radical prostate treatments conducted annually. The practice is wide ranging and includes complex radiotherapy planning, palliative radiotherapy, SBRT, adaptive and MR-guided radiotherapy, palliative chemotherapy, androgen-targeted therapies and radioisotopes for prostate cancer. Participation in clinical trials is expected. 

The post holder will not routinely contribute to consultant ward round cover for our Sutton site but may be asked to see ward patients at times.

Prif ddyletswyddau'r swydd

••           To participate in and support the multidisciplinary care team which includes clinical and medical oncologists, surgeons, the relevant junior team, Specialist Nursing Staff, Radiographers, and cancer support workers. 

••           Contribution to research activity is expected. 

••           To participate in each of the multidisciplinary meetings. 

••           As a senior member of the medical team, the postholder, will provide clinical leadership and support for the effective development of the services and to attend the relevant operational meetings. 

••           The postholder will contribute to the development of the departmental objectives and business plan and will manage resources within the approved plan. The consultant will be part of the Cancer Services Division and will be responsible to the Divisional Director for Cancer Services. 

••           To take an active part in the leadership and administration of the clinical service. 

••           To work closely with consultant colleagues in other oncology services within RM Partners and participate in the relevant pathway groups where required. 

••           To provide postgraduate teaching and also provide educational sessions as required

••           To participate in the education and training of postgraduate medical staff. 

••           To act as a clinical/educational supervisor ensuring that junior staff are appraised at regular intervals. 

Gweithio i'n sefydliad

The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust is a world-leading cancer centre. Our role is to offer our patients the best cancer care available anywhere in the world, and to continue to make a global contribution to finding better ways of diagnosing and treating cancer. We employ over 4,500 staff in a diverse range of careers including nursing, medical, science, radiography, pharmacy, occupational therapy, finance and administrative services. We have two hospitals – one in Chelsea, London, and one in Sutton, Surrey – as well as a Medical Daycare Unit in Kingston Hospital.

At The Royal Marsden, we deal with cancer every day, so we understand how valuable life is. When people entrust their lives to us, they have the right to demand the very best. That's why the pursuit of excellence lies at the heart of everything we do.

At the heart of the hospital is our dedicated team. We offer a stimulating and dynamic working environment, a wide range of staff benefits, learning and development opportunities and clear career pathways. There are opportunities to work flexibly across a range of areas and specialities and we welcome flexible working requests from point of hire to support employees work life balance. We are looking for employees who aspire to excellence, share our values and can play a crucial role in our on-going achievements.