Oncology Specialty Doctor
Somerset NHS Foundation Trust
Taunton, TA1 5DA · Yeovil, BA20 2HUView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)
Salary
£63,696 to £102,689
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
25 October 2026
5 days leftJob description
Our Oncology Department provides high-quality inpatient and outpatient services across two hospital sites -- the Beacon Centre at Musgrove Park Hospit...
Responsible for patients with cancer within your site specific team
Participate in multidisciplinary meetings and contribute to service development
Contribute to the Acute Haematology Oncology Service and teaching/supervision of junior doctors
Engage in clinical research and trials
At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:
- Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
- NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
- Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
- A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential
Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.
We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.
Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.
The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.
Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.
Qualifications
Essential: - MBBS; - Full GMC registration with licence to practice
Desirable
- Higher medical degree
- Diploma in Oncology
- Specialist Registration (GMC) with CCT in Clinical Oncology (or within 6 months of interview), or post-FRCR Part 2 and progressing via the Portfolio Pathway
Experience
Essential
- Minimum four years' postgraduate clinical experience, including at least two years in Oncology
- Experience of palliative medicine, including care of patients with non-cancer conditions
- Ability to provide expert clinical opinion across a range of oncology presentations
- Understanding of clinical governance, risk management and quality assurance, particularly within oncology services
Desirable: - Experience in Radiotherapy and Systemic Anti-Cancer Therapy (SACT); - Experience of electronic prescribing systems; - Management training and experience
Additional Criteria
Essential
- Ability to prioritise and manage a varied workload effectively
- Experience of supervising Doctors in Training
- Knowledge of research ethics and clinical research methodology
- Active participation in clinical research and clinical trials
- A full driving licence that permits you to drive in the UK
- Willing to travel independently between sites as required by the service
Desirable
- Experience in organising, leading or participating in clinical audit activities
- Experience teaching undergraduate medical students
- Diploma in Medical Education or equivalent qualification
- Good Clinical Practice (GCP) training
How to apply
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Provenance
Source
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First seen
6 October 2026
Last checked
8 October 2026
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