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Consultant Medical Oncologist- Renal, Melanoma and CUPinNottinghaminNottinghamPUBLISHED WED 12 FEB 2025

Band Consultant: £105,504 to £139,882 a year per annum  PERMANENT  GOOD SALARY 

CANCERCANCER OF UNKNOWN PRIMARYHOLISTICNHS

Nottingham University Hospitals NHS TrustsFollow Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trusts

Opportunity to work in a growing and expanding team committed to enhancing oncology services.
Involvement in a multidisciplinary approach, providing holistic care to patients throughout their cancer journey.
Chance to contribute to education, supervision, and training of junior doctors and clinical staff, fostering professional development.
Engagement in innovative research initiatives, shaping the future of oncology care and improving patient outcomes.
Access to a supportive and collaborative work environment that promotes career advancement.
Diverse responsibilities including outpatient and inpatient care, working closely with clinical nurse specialists and other healthcare professionals.
Ability to work with advanced treatment options, such as immunotherapy and targeted therapy, enhancing clinical expertise.
The Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust is seeking a full-time Consultant Medical Oncologist with a focus on Renal, Melanoma, and Cancer of Unknown Primary (CUP) to join their expanding oncology team. This role entails delivering high-quality clinical care through outpatient and inpatient settings, participating in multidisciplinary team meetings, and supporting clinical nurse specialists. The ideal candidate should have expertise in prescribing immunotherapy, targeted therapy, and chemotherapy, along with the skills to manage treatment complications.

In addition to direct patient care, the position offers opportunities for involvement in education, supervision, leadership, and innovative research, facilitating professional development within a collaborative and forward-thinking environment. This is part of a strategic initiative to meet increasing patient needs and to enhance oncology services at Nottingham University Hospitals.
Opportunity to work in a growing and expanding team committed to enhancing oncology services.
Involvement in a multidisciplinary approach, providing holistic care to patients throughout their cancer journey.
Chance to contribute to education, supervision, and training of junior doctors and clinical staff, fostering professional development.
Engagement in innovative research initiatives, shaping the future of oncology care and improving patient outcomes.
Access to a supportive and collaborative work environment that promotes career advancement.
Diverse responsibilities including outpatient and inpatient care, working closely with clinical nurse specialists and other healthcare professionals.
Ability to work with advanced treatment options, such as immunotherapy and targeted therapy, enhancing clinical expertise.

Here are 5 questions you could be asked if you apply for this job: Start practice interview...
1. Can you describe your experience with the management of renal and melanoma cancers?
2. What strategies do you employ when prescribing immunotherapy and targeted therapy?
3. How do you stay updated with the latest advancements in oncology treatments and clinical guidelines?
4. Can you provide an example of a particularly challenging case you managed and how you approached it?
5. How would you assess and manage complications arising from cancer treatment in your patients?
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1. Can you describe your experience with the management of renal and melanoma cancers?
2. What strategies do you employ when prescribing immunotherapy and targeted therapy?
3. How do you stay updated with the latest advancements in oncology treatments and clinical guidelines?
4. Can you provide an example of a particularly challenging case you managed and how you approached it?
5. How would you assess and manage complications arising from cancer treatment in your patients?
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Useful skills for a Consultant Medical Oncologist- Renal, Melanoma and CUP:
To work as a Consultant Medical Oncologist specializing in Renal Cancer, Melanoma, and Cancer of Unknown Primary (CUP) in the UK, you will need a combination of medical qualifications, clinical skills, and other competencies. Here’s a comprehensive list of the key skills and qualifications required:
Educational Requirements:
1. Medical Degree: A Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) or equivalent from a recognized medical school.
2. Foundation Training: Completion of a Foundation Year program (F1 and F2) in the UK or its equivalent.
3. Specialty Training: Completion of a specialty training program in Medical Oncology (usually within a 5-year training pathway).
Clinical Skills:
1. Knowledge of Oncology: In-depth knowledge of renal cancers, melanoma, and CUP, including latest treatment approaches, clinical trials, and emerging therapies.
2. Patient Assessment: Skills in patient evaluation, diagnosis, staging, and management of complex cancer cases.
3. Chemotherapy Administration: Proficiency in administering chemotherapy and targeted therapies, as well as understanding the side effects and management of these treatments.
4. Symptom Management: Expertise in managing symptoms related to cancer and its treatments, including palliative care considerations.
5. Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Ability to work with a multidisciplinary team, including surgeons, radiologists, pathologists, and nurses, to provide comprehensive care.
Communication Skills:
1. Patient Communication: Exceptional skills in communicating complex medical information to patients and their families, as well as delivering difficult news.
2. Team Leadership: Ability to lead and coordinate care within clinical teams, ensuring effective collaboration.
3. Teaching and Mentoring: Skills in teaching medical students, trainees, and junior doctors about oncology and clinical practices.
Research and Development:
1. Critical Appraisal of Evidence: Skills to critically evaluate scientific literature and apply it to practice.
2. Research Participation: Experience with clinical research, including designing studies, conducting trials, and participating in research projects.
3. Data Analysis: Familiarity with statistical methods and data analysis as they pertain to research in oncology.
Professional Competencies:
1. Continuous Professional Development: Commitment to ongoing learning and staying updated with advancements in oncology through courses, conferences, and literature.
2. Regulatory Knowledge: Understanding of UK healthcare law, ethical guidelines, and NHS regulations relating to oncology and patient care.
3. Quality Improvement: Skills in assessing and implementing quality improvement initiatives within clinical practice.
Personal Attributes:
1. Empathy and Compassion: The ability to provide compassionate care and to understand the emotional and psychological impact of cancer on patients and their families.
2. Resilience: Ability to deal with stressful situations and emotional challenges associated with oncology.
3. Decision-Making Skills: Strong clinical judgment and decision-making skills, especially in high-pressure environments.
Certification:
1. Clinical Oncology Certificate: Registration with a relevant medical board in the UK, such as the General Medical Council (GMC), and may require specific oncology certification.
 


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