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Job overview
We are looking to appoint Full Time Specialty Doctor in (non-surgical) Oncology, Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust based at Weston Park Hospital, Sheffield. Weston Park Hospital is the specialist cancer centre, serving the hospitals and population of the North Trent Cancer Network. The successful candidate may be expected to work at both Weston Park Cancer Centre and our partner District General Hospitals/Off Site clinics.
This is a permanent post designed to support the breast cancer service. Clinical duties will be based at Weston Park Hospital in Sheffield as well as our neighbouring District General Hospitals.
Main duties of the job
A core 10 PA job plan would include 1 SPA. Appointees will agree a suitable job plan with the clinical director aligned to the service needs and the individuals needs for career development and progression.
Please refer to the supporting job description and person specification which will outline the duties of the role including an indicative job plan. Please note that applicants should refer to the Guidance Notes for further details and supporting information/documents required.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please refer to the supporting job description and person specification which will outline the duties of the role including an indicative job plan.
Person specification
Teaching
Essential
- Willingness and ability to teach undergraduate and postgraduate trainees
Qualifications
Essential
- Medical Degree from a recognised UK or overseas university or institution.
- Full registration with the General Medical Council with a licence to practice at the time of application.
Desirable
- MD or PhD or equivalent Fellowship or equivalent
- Fellowship or equivalent
Audit/ Research
Essential
- An understanding of the issues of clinical effectiveness and audit.
- Ability to critically assess published research and incorporate it into clinical practice where appropriate
Desirable
- Documented completed audits during training
Clinical Experience
Essential
- A minimum of 4 years full time postgraduate training (or equivalent gained on a part-time basis) at least 2 of which will be in a specialty training programme in the relevant specialty or as a fixed term specialty trainee in the specialty or shall have equivalent experience and competencies.
Desirable
- Wider experience in different units.
- Recent 12 months NHS experience.
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Good written and oral communication skills
Management and Clinical Governance
Essential
- Demonstrate and understanding of management & clinical governance issues.
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This advert is for Specialty Doctor in Oncology -Breast Cancer with Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust in Sheffield, North East and Yorkshire, England. It is listed as a Senior Medical doctor Oncology role. The advertised salary is £63,696 - £102,689 per annum. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 16 Jul 2026.
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