Medical Oncologist

Description

Investigate, diagnose and treat complex medical conditions chiefly concerning internal human disorders and diseases using specialist testing, diagnostic and medical techniques, and provide medical input into managing public health issues and infectious disease outbreaks and control measures.

Tasks include

• Assesses patients to determine the possible presence, nature and extent of cancer
• Analyses test results and other medical information to make cancer diagnoses
• Prescribes, administers and understands the pharmacology of antineoplastic drugs, including cytotoxic drugs, hormonal therapies, molecular targeted agents and biological agents
• Prevents and treats complications caused by cancer and its treatment
• Provides supportive management of cancer patients, including symptom palliation and rehabilitation, with particular emphasis on psychological and social support
• Consults with a multidisciplinary team to manage and treat cancer
• Assesses primary, secondary and tertiary preventive measures to prevent cancer development
• Discusses treatment options and prognoses and formulates treatment management plans with patients regarding the role of radiation therapy and chemotherapy in the management of cancer
• Implements palliative and end-of-life care