Specialty Doctor – Oncology

About the role

The Oxford University Hospitals NHS Trust is seeking a Specialty Doctor to join its Oncology Department. Working on the oncology ward and within the triage service, the post provides an opportunity to deliver high‑quality inpatient care and develop a focused career in cancer medicine.

Key responsibilities

• Provide continuity of care for in‑patients on the oncology ward.
• Rapidly review patients presenting to the Oncology Triage Unit with cancer‑related symptoms or treatment side‑effects.
• Collaborate with the Trust’s outreach oncology services to ensure seamless patient pathways.
• Work alongside FY3 doctors, registrars and consultants, participating in twice‑daily handovers and consultant‑led ward rounds.
• Liaise closely with ward nurses, the triage service and the Palliative Care Team.

Required profile

• Full GMC registration.
• MRCP or MRCGP (or equivalent) qualification.
• Relevant experience in oncology, primary care or a related specialty.

Required skills

What we offer

• Permanent position within a large teaching NHS Trust.
• Access to multidisciplinary oncology teams and educational resources.
• Opportunity to progress a specialist career in oncology.