Job Title:  Senior Medical Officer

Job Summary

• Provide medical care to oncology patients, including routine examinations, diagnostic investigations, and follow-up care, under the guidance of senior specialists.
• Assist in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of oncology patients, collaborating with senior medical staff and specialists to ensure effective patient care.
• Contribute to clinical evaluations and assist in formulating treatment plans for oncology patients, with some level of independent decision-making and supervision from senior staff.
• Participate in departmental activities, such as clinical governance, service development, and provide mentorship and guidance to junior medical officers.
• Assist in the review and development of departmental policies, supporting continuous improvement and contributing to the overall operational efficiency of the oncology department.

Principles Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage Acute and Elective Caseloads
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams (oncologists, nurses, radiologists) to ensure comprehensive patient care for oncology cases.
  • Assist in evaluating and adjusting treatment plans in response to changes in patient condition, working under the guidance of consultants.
  • Educate patients and their families thoroughly on disease progression, treatment options, potential side effects, and management strategies.
  • Assist in developing and implementing treatment plans, focusing mainly on non-surgical interventions, with guidance from senior colleagues.
  • Monitor patients' progress, adjust treatment plans accordingly, and report any significant changes to the consultant.

• Patient Referrals and Ward Management
  • Coordinate patient care transitions between different specialists, departments, and support services, ensuring a smooth continuity of care.
  • Assess patients regularly in both inpatient and outpatient settings, documenting any changes in clinical conditions to inform ongoing treatment plans.
  • Collaborate with the nursing team to ensure that prescribed treatments and care plans are followed correctly, ensuring high-quality patient care at all times.
  • Assist in managing patient care in ward settings, ensuring timely follow-ups and addressing any concerns or changes in a patient's condition.

• Oncology Patient Assessment
  • Conduct thorough consultations for new oncology patients, gathering comprehensive patient histories and ordering appropriate diagnostic tests (e.g., CT, MRI, biopsies).
  • Collaborate with consultants in formulating treatment plans based on assessment findings, with a focus on non-surgical treatment options (e.g., chemotherapy, radiotherapy).
  • Ensure that accurate and up-to-date records of clinical findings, diagnoses, treatment plans, and patient progress are maintained at all times.
  • Coordinate timely access to diagnostic tests, working with imaging and laboratory teams to ensure rapid initiation of treatment plans after diagnosis.

• Procedural Support and Specialists Collaboration
  • Assist consultants and specialists during diagnostic or therapeutic procedures (e.g., biopsies, lumbar punctures, and other interventions).
  • Ensure patient safety during and after procedures, adhering strictly to best practice standards and hospital protocols.
  • Accurately document the results of procedures and communicate findings to the relevant healthcare team for further action.
  • Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings, contributing to discussions on complex oncology cases, providing insights, and collaborating on treatment plans.
  • Coordinate patient referrals to specialists as necessary, ensuring patients receive timely care and appropriate follow-up.

Professional Requirements

• A minimum of five (5) years to seven (7) years of post-basic qualification experience in Medical Oncology.

Educational Requirements

• Possess a Primary Medical Degree, MBBS or equivalent from an institute recognized by the Brunei Medical Board (BMB) of Negara Brunei Darussalam.
• Professional Fellowship or Membership such as Fellow of the Royal Society (FRS), or equivalent with work/training experience in the field Medical Oncology and/or other relevant field as recognized by the Brunei Medical Board (BMB) of Negara Brunei Darussalam is required.

Closing Date

31st July 2025