Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board
Consultant Medical Oncologist
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Consultant Medical Oncologist
Job Overview
Consultant in Medical Oncology (with interest in Melanoma, Germ Cell Malignancies, & Acute Oncology)**
The post holder will have a subspecialty interest in melanoma, germ cell malignancies, and acute oncology, with an advantageous interest in teaching and staff training. Research and/or teaching opportunities exist, with established links to Bangor and Wrexham Universities.
The successful candidate will:
- Fully participate in the consultant-led integrated specialist oncology service across North Wales
- Show flexibility as the service evolves with additional appointments
Tumor sub-sites included in a negotiated job plan:
- Melanoma
- Germ cell malignancies
- Acute oncology
Main Duties of the Job
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide specialist oncological services to populations, focusing on common cancers and agreed subspecialties, and actively participate in multidisciplinary teams.
- Collaborate closely with clinical consultant colleagues to deliver seamless patient care.
- Work with colleagues across divisions to streamline care for patients transitioning between specialties/disciplines.
- Liaise with Oncology, Haematology, and Palliative Care for inpatient oncology coverage.
- Develop a site-specific research interest, including clinical research, and recruit patients into national/international studies.
- Support collaborative initiatives with clinical effectiveness and evidence-based practice in mind.
- Participate in audit and teaching while ensuring active involvement in continuing medical education (CME).
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Working for Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB)
BCUHB is Wales’s largest health organisation, with:
- A £2.4+ billion budget
- ~20,000 staff members
- Services across primary, community, mental health, acute, and specialist hospitals in northern Wales
The organisation is an integrated health system committed to excellent, compassionate care, working in partnership with public, statutory, and third sector organisations.
Further Guidance: Candidates are encouraged to refer to the attached Job Description & Person Specification.
Application Invite
If you can make an impact on North Wales healthcare and meet the following criteria, apply:
- Informal conversations encouraged prior to application.
Person Specification
Essential Criteria
Qualifications / Clinical Skills
- Full GMC Registration
- MB ChB equivalent qualification
- MRCP or equivalent
- CCT or equivalent (GMC confirmation required by AAC date)
- Inclusion on Specialist Register (or eligible for inclusion within 6 months for trainee posts)
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Special Knowledge / Abilities / Experience
- Appropriate training experience (SpR/SR level posts)
- Computer literacy & good IT skills
Personal Skills / Qualities
- Good interpersonal skills with patients, families and clinical teams
- Ability to build confidence & trust
- Capacity to manage pressure & adapt to change
- Experience in teaching & clinical audit
- Excellent communication skills
Desirable Criteria
- Higher Degree qualification
- Leadership experience (e.g., directing/teaching teams across medical, nursing, and allied health professions)
- Clinical Governance experience
Research
- Published research
- Actively encouraging research collaborations with junior/other staff
Additional Requirements
Essential Criteria
- Commitment to personal development & medical education
- Enhanced DBS disclosure
- Ability to train & educate junior medical staff
Desirable Criteria
- Experience traveling efficiently between healthcare sites
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