Bank Non-Resident Fellow - Oncology

Role Overview

The post holder will provide clinical and medical support to patients on the Oncology ward, Outpatient Chemotherapy and Radiotherapy Units, and Haematology services. The role is a bank position that involves providing care during out‑of‑hours, night and weekend shifts, and working closely with Consultants and nursing staff to support patient treatments and symptom management.

Job Title: Bank Non‑Resident Fellow – Oncology

Salary: Competitive hourly rate

Location: 22 Devonshire Place, London W1G 6BW

Job Type: Bank

Hours: Flexible

Key Responsibilities

• 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.
• Act in accordance with GMC standards, registered body and demonstrate the core values and code of conduct of the clinic.
• Ensure mandatory training is completed in a timely manner and is maintained on an ongoing basis.
• Ensure compliance with appropriate regulatory and best‑practice frameworks.
• Maintain a safe working environment in accordance with the Health and Safety at Work Act and the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations.
• Respect the confidentiality of all matters that arise in relation to patients, families, staff and colleagues as per professional standards / guidance.
• Execute any other tasks appropriate to grade and capabilities as required by the clinical line manager or Medical Director.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• MBBS or equivalent medical qualification.
• Full GMC Registration with Licence to Practice.
• 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.

About the London Clinic

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. As a charitable organisation, we reinvest in cutting‑edge treatments, technology, and facilities to benefit our patients, staff and the wider community.

Diversity and Safeguarding

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 under‑represented groups; we would love to hear from you regardless of your background. We are committed to safeguarding and protecting all adults at risk, children and young people by implementing robust safer recruitment practices. 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, please contact a member of our recruitment team.

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