Locum Consultant in Medical Oncology | London North West University Healthcare NHS Trust

We are looking for an experienced and motivatedLocum Consultant in Medical Oncologyto join our dynamic team. The successful candidate will provide high-quality, patient-centred care across a range of oncology services and may develop a special interest in any tumour site. You will work within a well-established department delivering outpatient chemotherapy, acute oncology, and palliative care across multiple sites. The Trust is committed to innovation, research, and continuous improvement, with strong links to Mount Vernon Cancer Centre, Imperial College Healthcare, and RM Partners Cancer Alliance. This is an excellent opportunity for a consultant passionate about service development and delivering outstanding cancer care to a diverse population. Provide high-quality, patient-centred care across oncology services, with the opportunity to develop a subspecialty interest. Deliver outpatient and systemic anti-cancer therapy services, contribute to the Acute Oncology Service, and participate in MDTs and clinical trials. Supervise and support junior medical staff, participate in recruitment, appraisal, and training. Ensure compliance with clinical governance standards, NICE guidelines, and infection control policies. Contribute to business planning, performance management, and quality improvement initiatives. Collaborate with external partners including RM Partners, Mount Vernon Cancer Centre, and Imperial College Healthcare. This role offers flexibility in job planning, mentorship, and opportunities for academic and research involvement. London North West University Healthcare NHS Trust (LNWH) cares for the people of Brent, Ealing, Harrow and beyond. Our team of more than 8,200 clinical and support staff serve a diverse population of almost one million people. We run major acute services at: Northwick Park Hospital: home to one of the busiest emergency departments (A&E) in the country. The hospital provides a full range of services including the country’s top-rated hyper-acute stroke unit and one of only three hyper-acute rehabilitation units in the UK St Mark’s Hospital: an internationally renowned specialist centre for bowel disease Ealing Hospital: a busy district general hospital providing a range of clinical services, as well as 24/7 emergency department and urgent care centre, and specialist care at Meadow House Hospice Central Middlesex Hospital: our planned care site, hosting a range of surgical and outpatient services and collocated with an urgent care centre. We are a university teaching NHS trust, in recognition of the important role we play in training clinicians of the future and bringing the benefits of research to the public. Medical Oncology Duties: Provide specialist care for cancer patients, including outpatient clinics, systemic anti-cancer therapy, and acute oncology input. Participate in multidisciplinary team (MDT) meetings and contribute to clinical trials and research initiatives. Governance and Performance: Ensure compliance with NICE guidelines, clinical audit, incident reporting, and infection control. Monitor clinical outcomes and contribute to performance improvement across efficiency, quality, and financial metrics. Medical Staff Management: Support training and development of junior doctors, participate in recruitment and appraisal processes, and ensure compliance with working time regulations. Strategic Planning and Representation: Contribute to business planning and represent the Trust at clinical networks and external meetings. Engage with RM Partners and other regional and national bodies to shape cancer care pathways. Teamworking and Leadership: Foster a collaborative working environment, support departmental flexibility and innovation, and provide mentorship. Additional Duties: Support the chemotherapy suite and clinical trials unit, review prescriptions, and adapt to evolving departmental needs. This advert closes on Sunday 28 Dec 2025 #J-18808-Ljbffr