Clinical Fellow (Core) in TYA Oncology and Haematology

Job Overview

Applications are invited for the post of Clinical Fellow (Core) in Teenage and Young Adult (TYA) Oncology and Haematology at Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust available to commence from the 7th August 2024 for 6-12 months.

This post is suitable for doctors wishing to enhance their General Medical competencies and skills, or considering a career in Haematology, Oncology or Paediatrics. It may also be of interest to those interested in General Practice or Palliative Care, as opportunities exist to work in a diagnostic clinic or alongside the Palliative Care team.

Main duties of the job

The successful candidate will work in close collaboration with the ward-based team in Oncology and in Haematology to provide the day-to-day care and management of patients aged 14-24 receiving chemotherapy, radiotherapy, bone marrow transplants, CAR-T cell therapy, and Palliative Care on the TYA inpatient ward and Day Unit.

There will also be opportunity to see outpatients and participate in multidisciplinary clinics for the management of haematological and solid tumours. Participation in research and audit projects is strongly encouraged.

Please note that this post does not carry Postgraduate Dean’s approval or training recognition, an Educational Supervisor will work with you to complete a portfolio for this time if you wish.

Full Registration and a Licence to Practice with the General Medical Council at point of application is required.

This post may be suitable for those wishing to undertake an “F3” role.

Working for your organisation

The applicant must have demonstrable skills in listening, reading, writing and speaking in English that enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues, as set out in the GMC’s Good Medical Practice (2013). Non-UK applicants must possess the IELTS/OET exam before obtaining a GMC licence to practice.

Applications from job seekers who require skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information please visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

It is a requirement for skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) will also be subject to this requirement.

Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities

Please refer to the Job description and Person specification attached for further details on the main responsibilities and duties for this post.

For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Dr Helen Hatcher Job title: Oncology Specialty Lead and Consultant Email address: [email protected]