Job summary
To work full-time, Monday to Friday, divided 50:50 between clinical and academic commitments. The academic role involves teaching medical students and doctors in training, in addition to studying part-time for a post-graduate certificate in Clinical Research. Applicants must be committed to studying part-time for a certificate in clinical research.
These roles are available from 1st August 2024 or earlier.
We currently provide a broad spectrum of outpatient activity including general adult and paediatric Dermatology and skin cancer services. We are closely supported by our Nurse Specialist team in the provision and monitoring of systemic therapies, including biological therapies and isotretinoin, and skin cancer diagnosis, support and follow up. Phototherapies are provided at Yeovil District Hospital, Yeatman Hospital in Sherborne and at Musgrove Park Hospital, Taunton. We provide a busy patch testing service at the Yeovil site. We strongly encourage and support development of subspecialty interests to augment our local service.
The Dermatology department works closely with neighbouring departments in Bristol and Exeter. We access Medical and Clinical Oncology services via our SSMDT at Taunton. Consultant Plastic Surgeons attend the skin cancer MDT and undertake surgical lists and outpatient clinics weekly at Yeovil District Hospital.
You must hold Full GMC registration with a licence to practice at time of applying for this vacancy, and have already passed MRCP part I.
Main duties of the job
We are looking for excellent team players who are keen learn and become part of a thriving Dermatology service. This advert is looking to hire two doctors, one post will be at the site location of MPH and one will be at the site location of YDH.
You will work closely with the clinical team (doctors and nurses) and have a varied day which will include reviewing inpatients, running outpatient clinics, teaching and research.
The Job Description contains full details of the clinical research opportunities offered through the University of Plymouth.
About us
As an organisation, Somerset NHS Foundation Trust offers employees a wide range of benefits including flexible working, NHS pension scheme, generous annual leave allowance and a commitment to career development.
You will be eligible for our Blue Light Card and a wide range of NHS exclusive shopping & leisure discounts.
We are proud of our skilled, diverse workforce and as an inclusive employer we welcome applications from all backgrounds.
Working in Somerset enables you to enjoy the idyllic countryside, areas of outstanding beauty and stunning coastlines whilst still only being a stone's throw away from bustling city centres like Bristol, Bath and Exeter and only two hours away from London.
There are excellent educational facilities in the area and, when compared to other regions, house prices are reasonable.
Somerset offers the countryside and the cosmopolitan - there is truly something for everyone!
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To work a full time position in Dermatology with the aim of becoming competitive when applying subsequently for a national dermatology training number.
- To organise, manage and be responsible for the diagnosis and treatment of patients in Yeovil District Hospital and/or Musgrove Park Hospital in conjunction with Consultant colleagues in the Dermatology Service.
- To participate in the teaching of foundation and doctors-in-training in clinic, as well as medical students.
- To maintain a good working relationship with existing staff members.
- To attend other Hospitals within the Trust if so requested by the supervising Consultant.
- The post holder will undertake, exceptionally, to perform additional duties in occasional emergencies and unforeseen circumstances
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To work a full time position in Dermatology with the aim of becoming competitive when applying subsequently for a national dermatology training number.
- To organise, manage and be responsible for the diagnosis and treatment of patients in Yeovil District Hospital and/or Musgrove Park Hospital in conjunction with Consultant colleagues in the Dermatology Service.
- To participate in the teaching of foundation and doctors-in-training in clinic, as well as medical students.
- To maintain a good working relationship with existing staff members.
- To attend other Hospitals within the Trust if so requested by the supervising Consultant.
- The post holder will undertake, exceptionally, to perform additional duties in occasional emergencies and unforeseen circumstances
Person Specification
Application form
Essential
- oMBBS or equivalent
- oFull GMC Registration and hold a licence to practice at time of applying.
- oEvidence of commitment to Continuing Professional Development - willingness to undertake relevant courses.
- oMRCP I
- oWillingness and ability to fulfil the key elements of the job description
- oExperience of working in the UK or EU or equivalent health care system other than a Clinical Attachment.
- oCompleted Foundation Year 1 level in the UK or equivalent.
- oCompleted Foundation Year 2 level in the UK or equivalent
- oMinimum of 3 years' experience post graduate training.
- oDriving licence or ability to travel between sites.
Desirable
- oMRCP II + PACES
- oEvidence of commitment to pursue a career in Dermatology
- oEvidence of interest and experience in teaching appropriate to Medical students and Doctors in training and the multidisciplinary team
Person Specification
Application form
Essential
- oMBBS or equivalent
- oFull GMC Registration and hold a licence to practice at time of applying.
- oEvidence of commitment to Continuing Professional Development - willingness to undertake relevant courses.
- oMRCP I
- oWillingness and ability to fulfil the key elements of the job description
- oExperience of working in the UK or EU or equivalent health care system other than a Clinical Attachment.
- oCompleted Foundation Year 1 level in the UK or equivalent.
- oCompleted Foundation Year 2 level in the UK or equivalent
- oMinimum of 3 years' experience post graduate training.
- oDriving licence or ability to travel between sites.
Desirable
- oMRCP II + PACES
- oEvidence of commitment to pursue a career in Dermatology
- oEvidence of interest and experience in teaching appropriate to Medical students and Doctors in training and the multidisciplinary team
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
