# Consultant Medical Oncologist

> NHS job listing from Job Clerk for Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board.

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## Summary

- **Status:** Live
- **Employer:** Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board
- **Town:** Bangor
- **Region:** North Wales
- **Country:** Wales
- **Profession:** Medical doctor
- **Speciality:** Oncology
- **Grade:** Consultant
- **Salary:** £114,099 - £166,585 per annum pro rata
- **Contract type:** Permanent
- **Closing date:** 2026-06-29T23:59:00.000Z
- **Posted:** 2026-06-08T14:22:05.044Z
- **Source information URL:** https://www.healthjobsuk.com/job/UK/Conwy/Rhyl/Betsi_Cadwaladr_University_Health_Board/Medical_Oncology/Medical_Oncology-v7990025
- **Application URL:** https://apps.trac.jobs/job-advert/7990025?ShowJobAdvert=&feedid=9002
- **Employer website:** https://bcuhb.nhs.wales

## Job Content

### Job overview

Consultant in Medical Oncology  with interest in Melanoma, Germ Cell Malignancies & Acute Oncology

The post holder will have subspecialty interests in melanoma, germ cell malignancies and acute oncology. An interest in teaching and staff training would be an advantage. Opportunities exist for research and/or teaching, with established links with Bangor and Wrexham Universities.

The successful candidate will be expected to participate fully in the consultant-led integrated specialist oncology service across North Wales. A flexible approach will be required as the service continues to evolve and further modernise, as additional new and replacement consultant appointments are made.

Tumor sub-sites which will be included in a negotiated Job Plan to include melanoma, germ cell malignancies and acute oncology.

### Main duties of the job

Key tasks:
- To provide specialist oncological services to the population served with special reference to the common cancers and agreed appropriate oncology subspecialties and to be an active participant in each of these multidisciplinary teams.
- To work closely with clinical consultant colleagues and to provide seamless cancer care for all patients.
- To work closely with colleagues in other Divisions to assist in providing an efficient service for patients transferring between the different disciplines and during the patient journey.
- To liaise with colleagues in Oncology, Haematology and Palliative Care to provide inpatient cover for oncology patients.

- To develop a site specialist and research interest. This will include developing clinical research and entering patients into appropriate national and international studies.
- To develop and participate in collaborative initiatives, having a high regard for clinical effectiveness and to the practice of evidence-based medicine.
- To participate in audit and teaching and to have responsibility for ensuring active participation in continuing medical education (CME).

### Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Candidates are encouraged to refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further information.

If you are ready to make a significant impact on the future of healthcare in North Wales and possess the skills and experience required for this role, we invite you to apply.

Informal conversations are encouraged prior to applying.

## Job Details

Consultant in Medical Oncology with interest in Melanoma, Germ Cell Malignancies & Acute Oncology

The post holder will have subspecialty interests in melanoma, germ cell malignancies and acute oncology. An interest in teaching and staff training would be an advantage. Opportunities exist for research and/or teaching, with established links with Bangor and Wrexham Universities.

The successful candidate will be expected to participate fully in the consultant-led integrated specialist oncology service across North Wales. A flexible approach will be required as the service continues to evolve and further modernise, as additional new and replacement consultant appointments are made.

Tumor sub-sites which will be included in a negotiated Job Plan to include melanoma, germ cell malignancies and acute oncology.

## Job Description

Key tasks:
- To provide specialist oncological services to the population served with special reference to the common cancers and agreed appropriate oncology subspecialties and to be an active participant in each of these multidisciplinary teams.
- To work closely with clinical consultant colleagues and to provide seamless cancer care for all patients.
- To work closely with colleagues in other Divisions to assist in providing an efficient service for patients transferring between the different disciplines and during the patient journey.
- To liaise with colleagues in Oncology, Haematology and Palliative Care to provide inpatient cover for oncology patients.

To develop a site specialist and research interest. This will include developing clinical research and entering patients into appropriate national and international studies.
- To develop and participate in collaborative initiatives, having a high regard for clinical effectiveness and to the practice of evidence-based medicine.
- To participate in audit and teaching and to have responsibility for ensuring active participation in continuing medical education (CME).

## Responsibilities

Candidates are encouraged to refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further information.

If you are ready to make a significant impact on the future of healthcare in North Wales and possess the skills and experience required for this role, we invite you to apply.

Informal conversations are encouraged prior to applying.

## Person Specification

### Research

**Essential**

- Published research
- Actively encourages research with junior and other staff

**Desirable**

- Research degree

### Additional Requirements

**Essential**

- Commitment to personal development and medical education
- DBS disclosure at an enhanced level
- Ability to educate and train junior medical staff

**Desirable**

- Ability to travel between sites in a timely manner

### Personal Skills / Qualities

**Essential**

- Demonstrates good interpersonal skills with patients, relatives and members of the clinical team
- Ability to gain confidence and trust
- Ability to cope with pressure
- Ability to respond to change
- Experience in teaching, clinical audit
- Excellent communication skills

**Desirable**

- Leadership skills appropriate to:
- Directing and teaching medical, nursing and other professions allied to medicine
- Participating in and leading multidisciplinary teams

### Qualifications / Clinical Skills

**Essential**

- Full GMC Specialist Registration in Anaesthetics or due to obtain CCT within 6 months of interview date. CESR applicants must have GMC Specialist Registration at the point of application
- MB ChB or equivalent
- MRCP or equivalent

**Desirable**

- Higher Degree
- Leadership experience
- Clinical Governance experience

### Special Knowledge / Abilities / and / or experience

**Essential**

- Appropriate experience in training grade posts at SpR/SR level
- Equivalent training accepted by Royal College / GMC for Specialist Registrar
- Computer skills and Good IT skills

## Documents

- [health board overview (pdf, 672.5kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?vdoc=10273900)
- [welsh language matrix (pdf, 134.3kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=2220)
- [betsi cadwaladr relocation (pdf, 6.8mb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=2818)
- [values and behaviour framework (pdf, 2.0mb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=2937)
- [guidance notes for applicants (pdf, 322.5kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=2838)
- [nwssp recruitment services privacy notice (pdf, 808.3kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=1632)
- [occupational health function requirement form (pdf, 648.5kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?vdoc=10273901)
- [job description and person specification (welsh) (pdf, 528.6kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?vdoc=10356550)
- [job description and personal specification (english) (pdf, 536.5kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?vdoc=10356549)

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