Job summary
This is a fixed term 1 year appointment for a candidate interesting in pursuing a career in dermatology, to commence at the start of August in line with national rotations. Successful candidates will be expected to work alongside deanery registrars at the level of an ST3 grade resident doctor.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be responsible for a mixture of inpatient reviews, outpatient clinics and minor operations along with contributing to the Skin MDT and supporting specialist nursing colleagues when needed. Secretarial and administrative support will be provided.
Applicants must be on the General Medical Council Register and have completed MRCP.
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We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics. Reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled applicants where possible. All applicants who have a disability and meet the minimum criteria for the post can opt for a guaranteed interview.
If you need additional help with your application please get in touch by calling the recruitment team on 0118 322 6997 or 0118 322 5342.
Our primary method of communication will be via email. However, if you would prefer to be contacted through a different method, please inform the recruitment team.
Job description
Job responsibilities
CLINICAL OBJECTIVES
1. To provide, with colleagues, Dermatology services in both in-patient and out-patient settings.
2. To contribute to on-call cover 9am-5pm for the Dermatology service and support advice and queries from the ward/ ambulatory care/ emergency dept and Dermatology Registrar when requested.
MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Active participation in monthly clinical governance & academic meetings within the department.
2. Participation and involvement in meetings and other business in the Dermatology service
3. The successful applicants will be expected to contribute to medical audit and clinical governance and clinical governance meetings take place on alternate months.
4. The successful candidates will be expected to maintain his/her professional development to the level set by the Royal College of Physicians. The department runs an annual appraisal system in line with the National Appraisal Scheme for Consultant Medical Staff (as outlined in MD5/01) and expects every consultant to maintain a personal development portfolio.
Job description
Job responsibilities
CLINICAL OBJECTIVES
1. To provide, with colleagues, Dermatology services in both in-patient and out-patient settings.
2. To contribute to on-call cover 9am-5pm for the Dermatology service and support advice and queries from the ward/ ambulatory care/ emergency dept and Dermatology Registrar when requested.
MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Active participation in monthly clinical governance & academic meetings within the department.
2. Participation and involvement in meetings and other business in the Dermatology service
3. The successful applicants will be expected to contribute to medical audit and clinical governance and clinical governance meetings take place on alternate months.
4. The successful candidates will be expected to maintain his/her professional development to the level set by the Royal College of Physicians. The department runs an annual appraisal system in line with the National Appraisal Scheme for Consultant Medical Staff (as outlined in MD5/01) and expects every consultant to maintain a personal development portfolio.
Person Specification
Professional Qualifications
Essential
- Professional Qualifications GMC registration with a licence to practice. MBBS or equivalent medical qualification. MRCP - full membership. Intercalated BSc or equivalent. Higher degrees including MSc, PhD, or MD (where the research thesis is not part of first medical degree) App Form GMC
Desirable
- Intercalated BSc or equivalent. Higher degrees including MSc, PhD, or MD (where the research thesis is not part of first medical degree)
Clinical Experience & Skills
Essential
- Interest in Dermatology. Previous experience in Dermatology.
Desirable
- Previous surgical experience.
Clinical Knowledge
Essential
- Competence at foundation completion level in the management of medical emergencies, inpatient care, and outpatient experience.
- Appropriate knowledge base, and ability to apply sound clinical judgement to problems
- Proficiency in a range of medical procedures (as defined by the foundation curriculum and MRCP) as an indication of manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination.
- Able to work without direct supervision where appropriate.
- Able to prioritise clinical need. Able to maximise safety and minimise risk
Desirable
- Evidence of some competencies in the specialty, as defined by the relevant curricula.
- Evidence of skills in the management of acute medical emergencies (e.g. ALERT, IMPACT certification).
- Evidence of skills in the management of patients not requiring hospital admission.
Audit Management & IT
Essential
- Have undertaken previous audits and quality improvement projects. Good IT skills, use of patient and hospital database.
Research. Teaching skill & experience
Desirable
- Publications in peer review journals
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Ability to communicate with clarity and intelligently in written and spoken English.
- Excellent Interpersonal Skills, and evidence of sucessful team working within an MDT.
- Excellent Interpersonal Skills, and evidence of sucessful team working within an MDT.
Person Specification
Professional Qualifications
Essential
- Professional Qualifications GMC registration with a licence to practice. MBBS or equivalent medical qualification. MRCP - full membership. Intercalated BSc or equivalent. Higher degrees including MSc, PhD, or MD (where the research thesis is not part of first medical degree) App Form GMC
Desirable
- Intercalated BSc or equivalent. Higher degrees including MSc, PhD, or MD (where the research thesis is not part of first medical degree)
Clinical Experience & Skills
Essential
- Interest in Dermatology. Previous experience in Dermatology.
Desirable
- Previous surgical experience.
Clinical Knowledge
Essential
- Competence at foundation completion level in the management of medical emergencies, inpatient care, and outpatient experience.
- Appropriate knowledge base, and ability to apply sound clinical judgement to problems
- Proficiency in a range of medical procedures (as defined by the foundation curriculum and MRCP) as an indication of manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination.
- Able to work without direct supervision where appropriate.
- Able to prioritise clinical need. Able to maximise safety and minimise risk
Desirable
- Evidence of some competencies in the specialty, as defined by the relevant curricula.
- Evidence of skills in the management of acute medical emergencies (e.g. ALERT, IMPACT certification).
- Evidence of skills in the management of patients not requiring hospital admission.
Audit Management & IT
Essential
- Have undertaken previous audits and quality improvement projects. Good IT skills, use of patient and hospital database.
Research. Teaching skill & experience
Desirable
- Publications in peer review journals
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Ability to communicate with clarity and intelligently in written and spoken English.
- Excellent Interpersonal Skills, and evidence of sucessful team working within an MDT.
- Excellent Interpersonal Skills, and evidence of sucessful team working within an MDT.
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.
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
