Physician: Clinical Oncology (Consultant)

Consultant Clinical Oncology (Lung) – East of England

About ProMedical

At ProMedical, people come first. Since 2007, we have supported NHS and independent healthcare providers across the UK with high-quality, compliant workforce solutions.

As a framework-approved supplier to organisations including NHS Workforce Alliance and HealthTrust Europe, we deliver reliable staffing support across a wide range of clinical settings. Our work is underpinned by strong clinical governance, ethical practice and long-standing NHS relationships.

The Opportunity

ProMedical is currently seeking an experienced Locum Consultant Clinical Oncologist specialising in Lung Cancer to join an NHS service in the East of England.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Consultant Clinical Oncologist with specialist lung cancer expertise to support an established oncology service, delivering high-quality cancer care and working collaboratively with the wider multidisciplinary team.

Key Details

• Location: East of England
• Setting: NHS Hospital
• Contract Type: Locum
• Grade: Consultant
• Specialty: Clinical Oncology – Lung
• Start Date: 12 October 2026
• Contract Duration: Until 30 June 2027
• Working Pattern: Monday–Friday, 09:00–17:00

The Role

The successful Consultant will provide specialist clinical oncology services for patients with lung cancer, supporting treatment planning and ongoing patient management within an established multidisciplinary team.

Key responsibilities may include:

• Assessing and managing patients diagnosed with lung cancer.
• Developing and overseeing appropriate oncology treatment plans, including radiotherapy and systemic anticancer treatment where indicated.
• Conducting outpatient clinics for new and follow-up patients.
• Reviewing treatment responses, monitoring side effects and adjusting management plans as required.
• Working closely with respiratory physicians, radiologists, surgeons, specialist nurses and other oncology colleagues.
• Participating in multidisciplinary team meetings and supporting evidence-based treatment decisions.
• Supporting junior medical staff through supervision and clinical guidance where appropriate.
• Contributing to clinical governance, audit and service development.
• Maintaining high standards of patient safety and compassionate patient care.

What We're Looking For

Essential Requirements

• Full GMC registration with a licence to practise.
• Specialist Register status in Clinical Oncology, or relevant Consultant-level experience.
• Previous NHS Consultant-level experience in Clinical Oncology.
• Specialist experience in the assessment and treatment of lung cancer.
• Experience developing and managing oncology treatment plans.
• Strong clinical decision-making and patient management skills.
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary oncology team.
• Excellent communication and patient-centred care skills.
• Commitment to clinical governance and high-quality cancer care.

Desirable Requirements

• Experience within an NHS lung cancer oncology service.
• Experience delivering radiotherapy and systemic anticancer treatment for lung cancer.
• Experience contributing to lung cancer multidisciplinary team meetings.
• Previous experience supervising or teaching junior medical staff.
• Evidence of involvement in clinical audit, quality improvement or service development.

Why Join This Trust?

• Start date of 12 October 2026.
• Long-term locum opportunity through to 30 June 2027.
• Consistent Monday–Friday working pattern, 09:00–17:00.
• Specialist Consultant role focused on lung cancer.
• Opportunity to contribute to an established NHS oncology service.
• Support from ProMedical throughout the placement.

Apply Now

If you are an experienced Consultant Clinical Oncologist with lung cancer expertise looking for a long-term locum opportunity in the East of England, available from 12 October 2026 to 30 June 2027, we would be keen to hear from you.

Apply today with ProMedical to discuss the role and next steps.