University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust
Job summary
This is an exciting opportunity to join the Oncology Department at the University Hospitals of Leicester as a Consultant Clinical Oncologist with an interest in Urology and AOS.
This post will support, with other Consultant colleagues in the Centre, the provision of Oncological Services across the local network. Tumour site specialisation has been fully developed and the post holder will be expected to offer expertise in the management of Urology Tumours and working within an Acute Oncology services setting. Opportunity exists for development of other specialist interests, and these can be negotiated for the right candidate. In addition the successful candidate will be expected to explore opportunities to become involved in other exciting initiatives such as research and trials.
Main duties of the job
- undertake clinical and managerial responsibility for the agreed oncology specialties and patients.
- Continuing responsibility for the care of patients in his/her charge in liaison with consultant colleagues
- attend and partake in the management of patients through the specific MDTs
- undertake research and show commitment to entering patients into clinical trials
- share responsibility for the clinical standards of the oncology service
- show responsibility for professional standards within oncology
- work as part of the Multidisciplinary Team
- attend national, network and local meetings as appropriate
- demonstrate a firm commitment to clinical governance including participation in effective clinical audit and continuing medical education
- co-operate with local management in the efficient running of services
- contribute to management within the Trust through the CMG
- participate in all teaching programmes for medical staff, medical students and other hospital employees as required
- be included with other consultants in the On-call and Receiving On-call Consultant rotas.
- comply with departmental and Trust policies and procedures
Person Specification
Qualification
Essential
- MRCP/FRCP/FRCR or Equivalent
- Full GMC Registration with a licence to practice
- MBBS or Equivalent
- Fully Accredited for Higher Specialist training or will be eligible for inclusion on the Specialist Register within 6 months of the interview date or experience in a similar role in the UK
Desirable
- Higher degree eg MSc, MD, PhD or equivalent
- Membership of relevant Specialist Societies or Associations
Experience
Essential
- Fully training in Clinical Oncology
- Excellent clinical skills and experience requisite to meeting all aspects of the job plan
- Ability to apply sound clinical judgement to problems
- Appropriate knowledge base and ability to apply sound clinical judgement to problems, demonstrates clear logical thinking/analytical approach, understands evidence -based practice
- Willingness to develop skills and experience in area of interest
- IT skills, ability to use web browser, excel, word etc
Desirable
- Demonstrable experience/interest in Urology cancer treatment and broad experience in other tumour sites
- Evidence of clinical or research commitment and a relevant specialty interest
Management
Essential
- Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team and supervise juniors
- Experience of leading teams and awareness of leadership styles
- Ability to effectively organise, prioritise and manage clinical workload
- Ability to prioritise time and information effectively
- Understanding of wider health agenda and modern NHS
- Willingness to work as a member of the team and share administrative responsibilities
- Knowledge and understand if clinical governance issues
Desirable
- Evidence of management and administrative experience
- Management training on an accredited course
- Awareness of service development issues
- Awareness of Oncology at a national level
Communication skills
Essential
- Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English that are adequate to enable effective communication with patients and colleagues
- To be empathetic and sensitive, capacity to take others’ perspectives and treat others with understanding
Desirable
- Highly developed emotional intelligence
- High standard of presentation both written and verbal
- Demonstrable track record of successful change management
- Proven ability to maintain focus in a demanding environment
Motivation
Essential
- Personal integrity and reliability
- Ability to motivate and develop both medical staff and non-medical staff
Desirable
- Commitment to further develop the post and the service provided
Audit/Quality improvement
Essential
- Effective participation in and a commitment to clinical audit
- Knowledge of and commitment to clinical audit
- Participation in a quality improvement programme
- Experience of quality improvement work and audit
Desirable
- Undergone training in teaching and willingness to organise relevant audit activities including quality improvement evidence
- Completion of formal courses in audit and quality improvement
- Published audit including quality improvement
Research
Essential
- Understanding and interest in research
- Ability to appraise research critically
- Ability to supervise juniors undertaking research projects
- Evidence of recent research and development activity
Desirable
- Publications in nationally and internationally recognised peer- reviewed journals on subjects relevant to the specialty
Teaching
Essential
- Experience of, and a commitment to training/teaching undergraduate and post-graduates
- Appraisal and assessment skills
- Ability to assess clinical competencies
- Enthusiastic and ability to inspire and lead others
Desirable
- Willingness to develop new approaches to teaching
- Post Graduate qualification in teaching and training
Equality and Diversity
Essential
- Able to demonstrate a commitment and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect, appropriate to their individual needs
Closing Date: 9 November 2026
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