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We are seeking an experienced and motivated
Consultant in Medical Oncology with Clinical Lead Responsibilities to join our dynamic and forward-thinking team at
London North West University Healthcare NHS Trust, based primarily at
Northwick Park Hospital. This is a
substantive, full-time post with
10 Programmed Activities (PAs), including
2 PAs for Clinical Lead responsibilities (2-year tenure, subject to continuation as directed by the Medical Directors)
The successful candidate will provide high-quality, patient-centred care across a range of oncology services and will have the opportunity to develop a
special interest in any tumour site.
As Clinical Lead, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the strategic direction of oncology services, working closely with the Care Group Clinical Director, General Manager, and multidisciplinary teams to deliver the Trust’s ambitious Cancer Strategy.
You will join a well-established, collaborative 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 exciting opportunity for a consultant who is passionate about clinical leadership, service development, and delivering outstanding cancer care to a diverse population.
As Clinical Lead Consultant In Medical Oncology, You Will
- Provide high-quality, patient-centred care across oncology services, with the opportunity to develop a subspecialty interest.
- Lead and support the delivery of the Trust’s Cancer Strategy across all sites, working closely with the Care Group Clinical Director and multidisciplinary teams.
- Undertake Clinical Lead responsibilities (2 PAs), including service development, clinical governance, and strategic planning.
- 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.
(
PAs negotiable – applicants interested in the role without Clinical Lead responsibilities are welcome to apply and this can be discussed at interview if shortlisted.)
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.
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Dr Arnab Datta Job title: Care Group Clinical Director Email address:
[email protected] 
