Job summary
This new post has become available due increasing referrals and a change in working hours. It is Fixed Term for 12 months with a plan to review the need for a permanent post. The successful applicant will join a team of 6 Consultant Dermatologists based at Warwick Hospital.
This is an especially exciting time to join the team as in Spring/Summer 2024 we will be relocating to newly refurbished premises in the centre of Warwick. This will be a unit purely dedicated to the Dermatology department housing consultants, nurses and the secretarial team.
Main duties of the job
We provide a comprehensive General Dermatology and Skin Cancer Service to the patients of South Warwickshire. The majority of the Outpatient Clinics take place at Warwick Hospital (which will relocate to the new premises), with some clinics being at Stratford Hospital. We also provide Inpatient Dermatology Services at Warwick Hospital, and take referrals from patients under other teams who have skin problems.
Skin surgery is provided at Stratford Hospital and in the Dermatology Jephson Unit. Dr B Gee provides an Advanced Skin Surgery Service. Several Nurse Led Biopsy Lists operate each week at Warwick and Stratford Hospitals.
About us
With our central location and great transport links we're closer than you might think. We are located in the heart of England with easy access to the motorway network and a good railway service. Warwickshire is accessible from a number of nearby cities including Birmingham, Leicester, Northampton, Oxford and Worcestershire.
The hospital is undergoing widespread transformation with new facilities being built, including new theatres, elective hub, pharmacy and shop.
Surrounded by a collection of picturesque towns and villages, there is always a lot to see and do across the County. Numerous sport and leisure venues, theatres, parks and great shopping facilities make Warwickshire an idyllic place to work and live.
As well as enjoying where you work, we want all of our staff to lead happy and healthy lives. That's why we offer a number of benefits to support this, such as flexible working opportunities, and onsite subsidized restaurant at our hospitals in Warwick and Leamington Spa as well as a number of recognition awards.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job Plan of New Locum Consultant
The new Locum consultant would be expected to work flexibly with existing Consultants to deliver a comprehensive secondary care dermatology Service. They will be provided with equivalent office accommodation and secretarial support as that enjoyed by the existing Consultants.
Annual Appraisal and Revalidation
The new consultant will be required to undergo an annual appraisal and be revalidated by the GMC.
Undergraduate Teaching
The New Locum Consultant will be encouraged to take an active role in the provision of teaching to the Warwick Medical School students. The format of teaching is currently changing and there is an opportunity for the successful applicant to develop the teaching of dermatology in the new format. The Consultant will also be involved in the Medical Student Exams including the Intermediate Professional Examination and Final Clinical Examination.
Please see job description for further details
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job Plan of New Locum Consultant
The new Locum consultant would be expected to work flexibly with existing Consultants to deliver a comprehensive secondary care dermatology Service. They will be provided with equivalent office accommodation and secretarial support as that enjoyed by the existing Consultants.
Annual Appraisal and Revalidation
The new consultant will be required to undergo an annual appraisal and be revalidated by the GMC.
Undergraduate Teaching
The New Locum Consultant will be encouraged to take an active role in the provision of teaching to the Warwick Medical School students. The format of teaching is currently changing and there is an opportunity for the successful applicant to develop the teaching of dermatology in the new format. The Consultant will also be involved in the Medical Student Exams including the Intermediate Professional Examination and Final Clinical Examination.
Please see job description for further details
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- CCT in Dermatology (or within 6 months of attaining at time of interview)
- MRCP or equivalent
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- CCT in Dermatology (or within 6 months of attaining at time of interview)
- MRCP or equivalent
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).
