Trust appointed FY2 in Oncology | Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
| Posting date: | 03 April 2024 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £37,303 - £43,923 per annum |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 03 May 2024 |
| Location: | Oxford, OX3 7LE |
| Company: | Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | 6193262/321-SUWON-6193262-FY2 |
Summary
The post holder will be based on the Oncology ward at the Cancer and Haematology Centre, Churchill hospital, Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. The Cancer and Haematology Centre is a large teaching and tertiary referral centre for patients in the Thames Valley region. There are over 40 Oncologists providing specialist treatments for all types of cancer. The Oncology ward is a 24 bedded ward, caring for patients who have been admitted with complications of cancer or its treatment. Patients are also admitted for routine procedures.
The post holder will be supported by a highly skilled and knowledgeable nursing, and palliative care team. There is clinical supervision from a Consultant and Registrar dedicated to the ward 9am-5pm Monday to Friday.
This post would suit a doctor seeking more general medical experience or a GP trainee wanting to gain oncology/palliative care experience or a core trainee needing time to build their CV or explore research opportunities in Oxford.
The post is for 6 months with a possibility to extend to 12 months.
Principal Responsibilities:
The post holder will be one of 6 doctors covering the Oncology ward. There are two
IMT, one FY2 and two FY1 doctors. We expect the post holder to manage the day
to day medical care of Oncology patients on the ward.
There are twice daily handovers and Consultant and Registrar led ward rounds. The post holder will be expected to review patients independently some of the time.
The post holder will participate on an on call rota, which involves hospital at night
covering Oncology, Haematology and Sobell hospice inpatients. There is a
Registrar on site for all the on call shifts. Acute admissions are assessed in a
dedicated 4 bedded 7 day Triage unit with highly experienced nursing support.
The post holder will be expected to attend weekly Registrar delivered teaching and
have the opportunity to experience outpatient clinics. In addition there are opportunities to perform and attend departmental audit and morbidity/mortality meetings.
Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trustis one of the largest NHS teaching trusts in the country. It provides a wide range of general and specialist clinical services and is a base for medical education, training and research. Find out more here www.ouh.nhs.uk
The Trust comprises of four hospitals - theJohn Radcliffe Hospital,Churchill HospitalandNuffield Orthopaedic Centrein Headington and theHorton General Hospitalin Banbury.
COVID-19 Vaccination Update:There has been a national announcement that COVID-19 vaccinations will be mandatory for all patient-facing staff from 1 April 2022. This role could be affected by this, we therefore urge all applicants to consider this before applying. Patient-facing staff who have not had both vaccinations by 1 April 2022 will not be able to continue in their role.
Daily Commitment:
Each morning starts with a handover at 9am with the Consultant, Registrar and nurse in charge. The Consultant will review all acute admissions and sick patients. Weekends follow the same procedure. The junior doctors will see the remainder of the patients with a Consultant or Registrar or alone.
Each evening or weekend there should be a clear verbal handover to the on call
doctor detailing any problems or difficulties likely to arise over the on call period.
Teaching:
The post holder will perform ward based teaching to the final year medical students.
Administration/Management:
Maintenance of patients' records, timely completion of discharge summaries and the
writing of letters as appropriate.
TRAINING AND RESEARCH
Aims of the Post:
The aims are to gain an understanding of the assessment and management of acute
oncological emergencies and management of common cancers. To this end
development of the core clinical skills of history taking and physical examination are
of prime importance. The trainee will also learn about symptom management, end
of life care and the importance of effective communication with patients and family
alike.
Technical Knowledge and Clinical Skills:
Acquire a practical experience and knowledge of the diagnosis and management of common cancers and their complications. Trainees should become proficient in:
• The management of acute oncological emergencies:
Neutropenic sepsis
Hypercalcaemia
Malignant spinal cord compression
Superior vena cava obstruction
Cerebral metastases
Ascites
Side-effects of chemotherapy, immunotherapy and radiotherapy
• The management of general acute medical emergencies e.g. PE, DKA
• The management of peripheral and central venous lines and syringe drivers
• Intravenous fluid management
• Drug prescribing
• Identifying end of life and symptom control
Decision making skills:
Acutely unwell patients with cancer often present complex management problems.
Newly admitted patients are reviewed on a consultant led post-take ward round
during which management decisions, investigation and treatment options are
reviewed, considered and set. The post-take round provides a learning opportunity
to actively develop decision making skills in the management of acutely unwell
cancer patients.
Communication Skills:
Effective communication is essential to the practice of oncology. Trainees will
develop skills in communication with patients, relatives and other professional
colleagues. It is cknowledged that many Health Service complaints result from poor
communication and considerable importance is attached to developing these skills
during training.
Research:
If an opportunity arises to take part in clinical research outside working hours this will be encouraged but is not required. There are many opportunities for audit.
Facilities for Study and Training:
Good library facilities are available at the John Radcliffe hospital. There is an active
Postgraduate Centre where educational facilities and courses are available.
There is weekly oncology teaching delivered by Registrars. There is the option to
attend the weekly Core Medical teaching at the John Radcliffe hospital.
This advert closes on Wednesday 17 Apr 2024
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