Job summary
The Dermatology department at University Hospital Southampton (UHS) is a busy self-contained outpatient department in a large university teaching hospital. The post holder will join an existing team of 21 consultants including academics. Southampton is one of three recognised specialist centres for treating skin cancer within the Central South Coast Cancer Network and within that it is the recognised melanoma centre with access to major melanoma trials. MOHS micrographic surgery is performed at UHS and the department has a number of other specialist services. We have very well established links with the academic department at University of Southampton and excellent facilities for research are in place.
Main duties of the job
Attached you will find the person specification document which provides more detail about the essential and desirable skills and experience needed for this role. We highly recommend you review this document and use it when completing your application as these criteria are used by hiring managers as guidance during shortlisting.
For an overview of the main duties of the role please see the 'Job Description and Main Responsibilities' section below. To understand the day-to-day responsibilities in more detail please read the full job description document attached.
About us
As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. UHS is rated 'Good' by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care.
We support flexible working and will consider requests taking into account the needs of the service. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.
Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.
Job description
Job responsibilities
WHAT YOULL DO
This post in Dermatology will be based at Royal South Hants Hospital, with some sessions possibly based in Southampton General Hospital and/or peripheral hospitals or other sites of health care provision. The focus of this post is to provide comprehensive specialist outpatient and surgical services in dermatology and in addition could include services for a subspecialty in medical or surgical dermatology.
WHAT WERE LOOKING FOR
A doctor appointed to this grade:
- Shall have full registration and Licence to Practice with the General Medical Council; and
- Shall have completed at least four years full-time post graduate training (or its equivalent gained on a part-time or flexible basis) at least two of which will be in a specialty training programme in a relevant specialty or as a fixed term specialty trainee in a relevant specialty; or
- Shall have equivalent experience and competencies
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
The successful candidate will be employed under the terms and conditions of service for Specialty Doctors England (2021)
Salary will be assessed in line with terms and conditions £83945- £95275
Travelling expenses will not be paid for attending interview
Interviews will be held on 10th January 2024
Job Reference: 188-MT1072 - This vacancy closes on or before: 5th December 2023
Should you have any queries, please use the contact details below to get in touch
Job description
Job responsibilities
WHAT YOULL DO
This post in Dermatology will be based at Royal South Hants Hospital, with some sessions possibly based in Southampton General Hospital and/or peripheral hospitals or other sites of health care provision. The focus of this post is to provide comprehensive specialist outpatient and surgical services in dermatology and in addition could include services for a subspecialty in medical or surgical dermatology.
WHAT WERE LOOKING FOR
A doctor appointed to this grade:
- Shall have full registration and Licence to Practice with the General Medical Council; and
- Shall have completed at least four years full-time post graduate training (or its equivalent gained on a part-time or flexible basis) at least two of which will be in a specialty training programme in a relevant specialty or as a fixed term specialty trainee in a relevant specialty; or
- Shall have equivalent experience and competencies
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
The successful candidate will be employed under the terms and conditions of service for Specialty Doctors England (2021)
Salary will be assessed in line with terms and conditions £83945- £95275
Travelling expenses will not be paid for attending interview
Interviews will be held on 10th January 2024
Job Reference: 188-MT1072 - This vacancy closes on or before: 5th December 2023
Should you have any queries, please use the contact details below to get in touch
Person Specification
Qualifications and training
Essential
- GMC Registration
- Minimum 6 years whole-time equivalent working in Dermatology
- Recognised post graduate training in Dermatology
- MRCP/MRCS or equivalent
Desirable
- Entry onto the specialist register
Previous or relevant experience
Essential
- Broad experience in Dermatology
- Working with multi-disciplinary teams
- Delivery of Audit and Quality Improvement projects
- Experience of teaching
- Experience in the management of skin cancer and cutaneous surgery
- Experience in General Dermatology
Desirable
- Experience of working within the NHS
- Experience in research
Aptitudes and skills
Essential
- Good clinical and interpersonal skills
- Leadership qualities
- Ability to work well within a multi-disciplinary team and communicate effectively
Living the Trust values
Essential
- Patients First
- Always Improving
- Working Together
Person Specification
Qualifications and training
Essential
- GMC Registration
- Minimum 6 years whole-time equivalent working in Dermatology
- Recognised post graduate training in Dermatology
- MRCP/MRCS or equivalent
Desirable
- Entry onto the specialist register
Previous or relevant experience
Essential
- Broad experience in Dermatology
- Working with multi-disciplinary teams
- Delivery of Audit and Quality Improvement projects
- Experience of teaching
- Experience in the management of skin cancer and cutaneous surgery
- Experience in General Dermatology
Desirable
- Experience of working within the NHS
- Experience in research
Aptitudes and skills
Essential
- Good clinical and interpersonal skills
- Leadership qualities
- Ability to work well within a multi-disciplinary team and communicate effectively
Living the Trust values
Essential
- Patients First
- Always Improving
- Working Together
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).
