Consultant Oncologist - Brachytherapy

Job Summary

The Consultant Oncologist plays a central role in diagnosing treating and managing cancer patients offering expert care across all stages of the disease. This includes formulating personalized treatment plans that may involve chemotherapy immunotherapy radiotherapy and emerging targeted therapies. The role also involves providing both curative and palliative care ensuring holistic and patientcentered treatment.

The Consultant will work closely with a multidisciplinary team to provide comprehensive care from diagnosis through to longterm followup survivorship or endoflife care. Additionally the Consultant Oncologist will contribute to the advancement of oncology practice through involvement in clinical trials research and the integration of new evidence into clinical practice.

A key aspect of this role is leadership: the Consultant Oncologist will mentor junior staff guide the oncology team in evidencebased decisionmaking and collaborate in the development of innovative strategies to improve oncology services at AMCE.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Leadership and Care Delivery

• Lead the oncology team including junior doctors nurses and allied health professionals in delivering multidisciplinary cancer care.
• Develop and implement evidencebased patientcentered treatment plans for cancer patients.
• Manage a broad range of oncology treatments including chemotherapy immunotherapy radiation therapy and palliative care.
• Oversee and lead clinical trials research projects and quality improvement initiatives aimed at advancing the field of oncology.
• Provide expert guidance and clinical decisionmaking in tumor boards and multidisciplinary meetings.
• Ensure that all clinical care delivered within the department aligns with the latest oncology guidelines and research.

Strategic Development and Innovation

• Collaborate with hospital leadership to develop strategies for expanding and enhancing oncology services including the introduction of new therapies technologies and treatment protocols.
• Contribute to the strategic planning of oncology services ensuring the adoption of innovative cancer care practices and technologies that improve patient outcomes.
• Actively participate in the development and implementation of new treatment protocols care pathways and patient safety initiatives.

Governance and Compliance

• Ensure compliance with national and international cancer treatment guidelines hospital policies and best practice standards.
• Participate in quality assurance activities including audits clinical governance and compliance with regulatory standards.
• Oversee departmental governance including financial management and regulatory compliance where appropriate.
• Act as the accountable leader for the oncology departments adherence to governance standards ensuring safe and highquality care.

Education and Staff Development

• Supervise mentor and support junior doctors oncology fellows and nursing staff promoting continuous professional development.
• Lead recruitment training and performance evaluations for oncology team members ensuring that all team members are skilled competent and motivated.
• Foster a culture of excellence in the department through regular training knowledge sharing and performance feedback.

Research and Clinical Trials

• Lead participate in and oversee clinical trials and research studies that contribute to the advancement of oncology treatment and patient care.
• Integrate new research findings into clinical practice ensuring that AMCE remains at the forefront of oncology care.
• Work closely with local and international collaborators including KCH London colleagues to conduct and promote research initiatives.

Collaboration and Communication

• Collaborate effectively with other departments including surgery radiology pathology and allied health professionals to create and implement comprehensive multidisciplinary treatment plans.
• Communicate clearly and compassionately with patients and families providing information on diagnosis treatment options and prognosis.
• Maintain regular communication with hospital leadership and the Board of Directors providing updates on departmental performance developments and challenges.

Strategic and Organizational Responsibilities

• Contribute to the overall strategic development of AMCE working with senior management to identify new opportunities challenges and areas for improvement in oncology care.
• Participate in hospitalwide initiatives aimed at improving patient care staff satisfaction and operational efficiency.
• Represent the oncology department in committees and governance activities focused on cancer care and research.

Line Management and Team Leadership

• Provide leadership to junior medical staff ensuring high standards of clinical practice and professional development.
• Oversee the recruitment retention and performance management of team members.
• Establish team goals objectives and operating procedures ensuring alignment with AMCEs strategic objectives.

Additional Responsibilities

• Manage outpatient and inpatient oncology services coordinating care with other specialties to deliver comprehensive treatment plans.
• Provide expert advice and support to senior management on issues related to oncology service delivery resources and operational effectiveness.
• Ensure effective use of department resources including budgets and equipment.
• Pursue continuous professional development staying updated on the latest advancements in oncology.

Equality and Diversity

• Lead efforts to implement and promote equality and diversity strategies within the department.
• Ensure that policies procedures and systems are in place to promote diversity equity and inclusion in the workplace.

General

The post holder has a general duty of care for their own health safety and wellbeing and that of work colleagues visitors and patients within the hospital in addition to any specific risk management or clinical governance accountabilities associated with this post.

To observe the rules policies procedures and standards of AMCE together with all relevant statutory and professional obligations.

To observe and maintain strict confidentiality of personal information relating to patients staff and visitors.

To be responsible with management support for their own personal development and to actively contribute to the development of colleagues.

Infection Control Statement

The post holder has an important responsibility for and contribution to make to infection control and must be familiar with the infection control and hygiene requirements of this role. These requirements are set out in the AMCE Code of Practice on Infection Control and in local policies and procedures which will be made clear during your induction and subsequent refresher training. These standards must be strictly complied with at all times.

Qualifications :

Medical Degree (MBBS or equivalent)

Specialty Training: have completed a residency with a Fellowship and registration on the Specialist register of their countries of practice and eligibility for registration with the Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria.

Evidence of commitment to continuing professional development

Desirable

FRCR MSc

Experience

1. • 7 years or more in radiotherapy practice including brachytherapy
   • Advanced clinical skills with expertise in managing complex oncology cases and delivering evidencebased care (Advanced Radiotherapy techniques e.g. IMRT IGRT SBRT etc..
   • Extensive handson experience in Brachytherapy is an addon
   • Strong leadership skills with experience in managing and mentoring medical teams.
   • Experience in clinical research and involvement in clinical trials is highly desirable.
   • Excellent communication skills both with patients and colleagues.
   • Proven experience working in a complex project
   • Experience managing issues and identifying any potential risk to strategy
   • Evidence of successfully implementing strategy with allocated budget/resources

Additional Information :

African Medical Centre of Excellence Abuja (AMCE Abuja) aims to be an Employer of Choice providing equal opportunity for everyone regardless of their background gender race and other protected characteristics.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Fulltime