Consultant Oncologist – Clinical

Job Summary This is a permanent Consultant post in Medical or Clinical Oncology based at Northampton General Hospital NHS Trust, with occasional duties at Kettering General Hospital as part of the wider University Hospitals of Northamptonshire (UHN) NHS Group. The post offers the opportunity to specialise in one or more tumour sites including Breast, Lung and Thoracic, Lower Gastrointestinal, Gynaecological, Urological, Lymphoma, Germ Cell, GIST, Sarcoma, Cancers of Unknown Primary (CUP), and Acute Oncology within a fully integrated, multidisciplinary service. The department encourages active involvement in advanced treatment techniques, service development, research, clinical trials, and education, with access to modern facilities including state‑of‑the‑art radiotherapy, systemic anti‑cancer therapy suites, and support from expanded clinical roles such as Consultant Radiographers, Pharmacists, and Nurse Specialists. It is essential that the post‑holder: Holds the MRCP (UK) or an equivalent qualification. Is on the GMC specialist register, or will obtain a relevant CCT within 6 months of interview. This post represents an excellent opportunity for a motivated consultant to develop a specialist portfolio, contribute to service innovation, and participate in academic and clinical leadership within a supportive, forward‑looking oncology service. JD pending RCP approval. Main Duties of the Job The post is initially structured as 10 Programmed Activities (PAs): 8.5 PAs for Direct Clinical Care (DCC) 1.5 PAs for Supporting Professional Activities (SPA) 1 in 12 on‑call commitments The timetable is provided as a broad outline; the final schedule will be agreed with the post‑holder on appointment. As the service grows, the post‑holder will be expected to work flexibly in line with the new Consultant Contract, adapting to the evolving needs of the department. Most consultants dedicate 1.5 PAs to SPA, supporting activities such as revalidation, appraisal, audit, CPD, mortality and morbidity meetings, and mandatory training. Additional opportunities include Clinical Lead roles, departmental initiatives, and serving as a Clinical Supervisor for trainees. SPA allocation and remuneration will be adjusted appropriately. The post offers a unique opportunity to shape and develop the oncology service, contribute to multidisciplinary care, research, and education, and build a specialist portfolio within a supportive, forward‑looking team. About Us Northampton General Hospital is one of the largest employers in the area and we are on an exciting journey. All of our divisions are committed to doing things better, with more efficiency as we update, modernise, and advance. We have also entered into a Group Model with neighbouring Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and become University Hospitals of Northamptonshire. Excellence Values Compassion Accountability Respect Integrity Courage We want to recruit the best people to deliver our services across the University Hospitals of Northamptonshire and help to unleash everyone's full potential. As an organisation, we value how we communicate and promote our vacancies to all communities. The Hospital Group encourages applications from people who identify from all protected groups, especially those from BAME, Disabled and LGBTQ+ backgrounds as these are underrepresented in our hospitals. We understand that we need to work with colleagues from diverse backgrounds and make sure the environment they work in is inclusive and collaborative. We have active Networks that promote and support colleagues from all backgrounds. This ensures everyone feels supported and has a sense of belonging working for Kettering and Northampton General Hospitals. Person Specification Qualifications & Training Full GMC registration with licence to practise. Completion of Specialty Training (CST or equivalent) within 6 months of achieving it in relevant speciality. Desirable MD, PhD or other higher degree. Education / Medical Education Qualification (preferably at Masters level). Oncology Sub‑specialist accreditation or equivalent. Teaching / Audit & QI Experience of Audit and Quality Improvement. Experience of Teaching Junior Staff. Experience of Undergraduate Teaching. Desirable Experience in Curriculum development and delivery. Management Experience Effective Team worker, valuing the experience and contributing. Demonstrable Team Leadership skills and experience. Desirable Understanding and experience of delivering organisational change. Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website. From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had 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) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website. Salary £109,725 to £145,478 a year Per annum / pro rata Contract Permanent Working Pattern Full‑time Job Locations NGH, Cliftonville, Northampton, NN1 5BD #J-18808-Ljbffr