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Job summary

Main area
Oncology
Grade
Specialty Doctor
Contract
Permanent: With on-call responsibility
Hours
  • Full time
  • Part time
  • Flexible working
10 sessions per week (With availability of on calls)
Job ref
265-8034787-CSS
Employer
Northampton General Hospital NHS Trust
Employer type
NHS
Site
University Hospitals of Northamptonshire
Town
Northampton
Salary
£63,696 - £102,689 Per Annum / Pro Rata
Salary period
Yearly
Closing
03/08/2026 23:59

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Specialty Doctor- Oncology

Specialty Doctor

Job overview

The post is suitable for a doctor with full GMC registration and an MRCP qualification or equivalent and desirable experience in cancer treatment and required to have knowledge of management of oncological emergencies. The precise duties will vary according to the seniority and previous experience of the appointee.

Main duties of the job

Applicants are invited to apply immediately for a Specialty Doctor post in Medical/Clinical Oncology based at Northampton General Hospital NHS Trust (work at Kettering Hospital maybe required).

The post is suitable for a doctor with full GMC registration and an MRCP qualification or equivalent and desirable experience in cancer treatment and required to have knowledge of management of oncological emergencies. The precise duties will vary according to the seniority and previous experience of the appointee.

Candidates will be expected to carry out on average 6 clinic sessions a week, cover the oncology emergency assessment bay, oncology wards, chemotherapy suite, review on-treatment radiotherapy patients and participate in covering the on-call rota alongside current Specialist Registrars within the department (on-call supplement applies).  MDT attendance and SPA time is also included.

Educational opportunities, equivalent to those afforded to doctors participating in recognised training schemes will be provided. We are keen to encourage applications from candidates who have already chosen to train in Oncology and are wishing to further develop their skills.

Working for our organisation

Please submit your application as soon as possible, as we reserve the right to close adverts once sufficient applications have been received.

We recognise that AI tools can support application writing; however, candidates are asked to keep their use to a minimum. Responses should reflect your own experience, skills and knowledge, as over-reliance on AI-generated content may result in generic answers that do not accurately represent your abilities.

University Hospitals of Northamptonshire (UHN) brings together Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and Northampton General Hospital NHS Trust. As a group, we are committed to improving services for our communities through collaboration, modernising care delivery and striving for excellence. Working together enables us to share expertise, strengthen services and create greater opportunities, and there may be a requirement to work across sites depending on service needs.

Our Excellence Values are Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Integrity and Courage. UHN welcomes applications from all backgrounds and is committed to an inclusive working environment. We are proud signatories of the Armed Forces Covenant and hold the Gold Award under the Employer Recognition Scheme. Candidates who identify as members of the Armed Forces community and meet the essential criteria will be guaranteed an interview.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Candidates will be expected to carry out on average 6 clinic sessions a week, cover the oncology emergency assessment bay, oncology wards, chemotherapy suite, review on-treatment radiotherapy patients and participate in covering the on-call rota alongside current Specialist Registrars within the department (on-call supplement applies).  MDT attendance and SPA time is also included.

Educational opportunities, equivalent to those afforded to doctors participating in recognised training schemes will be provided. We are keen to encourage applications from candidates who have already chosen to train in Oncology and are wishing to further develop their skills.

Person specification

Educations, Training and Qualifications

Essential criteria
  • MRCP.
  • ALS.
  • Full GMC Registration.
Desirable criteria
  • FRCR Part 1 and 2a/2b.

Knowledge and Experience

Essential criteria
  • 3 years General Medicine Experience.
  • Track record of clinical audit.
  • Experience of teaching and training to undergraduates and junior medical staff.
Desirable criteria
  • Oncological training in Medical and Clinical Oncology.
  • MSC Course or PGCERT Medical Education.

Skills

Essential criteria
  • Communication: Able to communicate with clarity and intelligently in written and spoken English.
  • Ability to build rapport, listen, persuade and negotiate.
  • Accountability – able to take responsibility, lead, make decisions and exert authority.
  • Be able to project ascetic -drainage, chest aspiration and other ward based practical necessities .

Employer certification / accreditation badges

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Applicant requirements

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.

Application numbers

This vacancy may close early if it receives a high number of applications. Please complete and submit your application in good time to avoid disappointment.

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Further details / informal visits contact

Name
Jemma Moody
Job title
OncologyHaematologyPalliative Care General Manager
Email address
[email protected]
Telephone number
01604 523433
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