Consultant Clinical Oncologist

Consultant Clinical Oncologist – Lung, H&N, or Breast Radiotherapy

Employer: NHS Highland (Raigmore Hospital, Inverness)

Salary: £111,430 – £148,064 per annum pro rata

Hours: 10 Pas / 40 hours per week

We provide cancer services to over 300,000 people across approximately 10,000 square miles, including the Highlands, Western Isles and parts of Grampian. Our team of seven consultant oncologists delivers comprehensive care and is supported by a strong clinical trials program.

Responsibilities:

• Provide specialist oncology care in Lung, Head & Neck or Breast Radiotherapy.
• Lead outpatient and day‑case services, including SACT units.
• Collaborate with community, secondary and primary care teams.
• Participate in remote research, teaching and professional development.
• Support and mentor junior staff and less experienced colleagues.

Qualifications:

• Qualified Consultant Clinical Oncologist with relevant specialty training.
• Experience in Radiotherapy, preferably within Lung, Head & Neck or Breast subspecialty.
• Strong clinical, teaching and research portfolio desirable.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work within a multidisciplinary team.

Contact: Informal enquiries welcome by Derick Mac Rae or Dr Neil McPhail, Tel  For the Cancer Clinical Director role, please email Elaine Henry, Deputy Medical Director: elaine.henry1t.

Closing Date: 28/01/2026
Job Reference: RT1 216648

Applying is via Job Train (use Google Chrome or Microsoft Edge). Do not upload a CV; the application form is the sole method for consideration. All applications are final upon submission.

NHS Scotland encourages equality and diversity. Applications are invited from all sections of society. We welcome applicants who can contribute to our high‑quality patient‑focused service.

• Mid‑Senior level

• Full‑time

• Research, Analyst and Information Technology
• Hospitals and Health Care (Industry)

We will also consider applicants with a broad range of interests for the Cancer Clinical Director role. Additional PAs will be provided. The role focuses on medical management, skill development, and innovative service promotion.

Raigmore Hospital offers modern facilities with a day‑case SACT area. The NHS Highland service is part of the North Cancer Alliance, collaborating with Cancer Centres in Grampian and Tayside.

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