Job title: Bank Non-Resident Fellow – Oncology
Salary: Competitive hourly rate
Location: 22 Devonshire Place, London W1G 6BW
Job Type: Bank
Hours: Flexible
We are currently looking to recruit a Bank Non-Resident Fellow – Oncology to provide clinical and medical support to patients across the Oncology Ward, Outpatient Chemotherapy and Radiotherapy Units, and Haematology services.
The successful candidate will work closely with Consultants and multidisciplinary teams to support patient treatment, symptom management, and the delivery of high-quality care. You will be responsible for assessing and managing patients, undertaking routine clinical procedures, maintaining accurate clinical records, and escalating clinical concerns appropriately. This is an excellent opportunity for a doctor with acute medical experience who enjoys working in a specialist oncology environment.
The Oncology service at The London Clinic provides specialist cancer care across inpatient, outpatient, chemotherapy and radiotherapy settings. Working alongside highly experienced Consultants, nursing teams and allied healthcare professionals, the department delivers personalised, patient-centred care supported by the latest treatments and technology.
Established in 1932, The London Clinic is one of the UK’s largest private hospitals, with eight state-of-the-art facilities in the heart of London’s medical community around Harley Street. As a charity, we reinvest in cutting-edge treatments, technology, and facilities to benefit our patients, staff, and the wider community.
We offer a comprehensive range of services, from complex medical and surgical procedures to specialist cancer care. The London Clinic is known for its supportive, collaborative culture where every contribution is valued, guided by our core values: We go further, We work as one, We personalise care
- Provide clinical and medical support to patients within Oncology and Haematology services.
- Assess and manage patients presenting with acute oncological symptoms and acute medical conditions.
- Support Consultants and nursing staff in patient treatment, symptom control and ongoing care management.
- Perform routine clinical procedures expected of a clinician in training.
- Monitor deteriorating patients and take appropriate action, escalating concerns when required.
- Maintain accurate, timely and comprehensive patient documentation and clinical records.
- Complete discharge summaries for all inpatient episodes of care.
- Interpret routine investigations including blood results, blood gases, ECGs and chest X-rays.
- Communicate effectively with patients, families, Consultants and colleagues regarding patient care and treatment plans.
- Adhere to GMC standards, hospital policies, governance frameworks and mandatory training requirements.
- Contribute to maintaining a safe, effective and high-quality patient care environment.
- MBBS or equivalent medical qualification.
- Full GMC Registration with Licence to Practise.
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) or Intermediate Life Support qualification.
- Completion of Foundation Training (FY1/FY2) or equivalent.
- Minimum of three years’ post-qualification medical or surgical experience.
- Experience in acute medicine and/or high dependency or intensive care settings.
- Ability to independently assess, prioritise and manage acutely unwell patients.
- Strong clinical decision-making skills with an understanding of appropriate escalation.
- Ability to interpret routine clinical investigations and diagnostic results.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to build effective working relationships with Consultants and multidisciplinary teams.
Desirable
- Previous experience working within an independent healthcare setting.
- Oncology or haematology experience.
We are committed to safeguarding and protecting all adults at risk, children and young people by implementing robust safer recruitment practices during our selection process. Pre-employment checks are undertaken in accordance with industry standards and regulations, and successful applicants may be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). If you would like further information about our safer recruitment policy then please contact a member of our recruitment team.
The London Clinic is proud of its diverse workforce and is committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We absolutely welcome applicants from underrepresented groups; if you think you have the skills and experience for the job, please apply – we would love to hear from you regardless of your background.
