Job summary
This is a new post to cover increasing demand in Dermatology department and we are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and forward-looking physician to join an evolving dynamic department. The post is for part time contract (34hrs ) but a full time position could be considered . The job is available as soon as a successful candidate is appointed.
The appointee will be required to offer the appropriate level of skills in general Dermatology whilst expertise in a sub-specialist area complementary to those offered by the present consultants would also be desirable.
Applicants must possess MRCP or equivalent, be fully registered with the GMC and hold a licence to practice. Applicants must have entry on the GMC Specialist Register for Dermatologyvia CCT (proposed CCT date must be within 6 months of the interview date).
This is a great opportunity to be part of the Dermatology department who are seeking a Consultant Dermatologist or Trust appointed Locum to join a team of 4 consultants, 7 Specialty Doctors, specialist nursing staff and fully functional wider MDT, supported by input from all associated specialties.
Main duties of the job
- The successful applicant will be based at Doncaster Royal Infirmary however, you will be expected to contribute to the delivery and development of Dermatology services across all Trust sites. To maintain the highest clinical standards in Dermatological conditions
- To provide outpatient and minor operative services in Dermatology, including cancer services. To share with colleagues the provision of Dermatology advice to medical and surgical inpatients
- To work with colleagues, both medical and nursing to improve and advance the service.
- To share with colleagues the responsibility for the management of the Department.
- To share with colleagues the responsibility for teaching and training of trainees, junior medical staff, nursing staff, and medical students.
- To have responsibility for ensuring active participation in continuing professional development (CPD).
About us
The post will be based at Doncaster Royal Infirmary, with cross site working at both Bassetlaw Hospital (Worksop) and Montagu Hospital (Mexborough).
We serve a population of over 420,000 people across South Yorkshire and North Nottinghamshire. We are also a Teaching Hospital of the University of Sheffield and Sheffield Hallam University.
We are perfectly positioned, with the major regional centres of Nottingham, Leeds and Sheffield on our doorstep. The Robin Hood International Airport is also in close proximity to the Trust, flying to destinations in Europe and the USA. There is access to delightful countryside in North Nottinghamshire, Derbyshire and Yorkshire, excellent leisure facilities and low cost housing.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Dermatology department activity levels 19/20, including outpatient minor op procedures:-
- 9,047 new appointments
- 25,887 follow up appointments
Doncaster Site
The Dermatology Department has undergone significant expansion since it was established as a combined outpatient and inpatient facility in 1983. The Outpatients unit is based at Lincoln suite and access to inpatient beds is available on ward 17 (an acute medical ward) with daily specialist nurse treatment facility. There is a dynamic, innovative, friendly and enthusiastic team of Dermatology nurses led by Sister Caroline Fitzgerald. The team of Dermatology specialist nurses provides nurse led clinics, skin surgery, nurse prescribing, phototherapy, photodynamic therapy, and day treatments.
Specialist clinics include:
- Cosmetic camouflage
- Chiropody
- Phototherapy
- Photodynamic Therapy
- Monthly joint clinics with plastic surgery and oncology
There is a monthly Trust-wide multidisciplinary Audit half-day programme to which the Dermatology Department contributes, and a North Trent Dermatology Educational programme. There is a strong emphasis on teaching of undergraduates, postgraduates and nurses.
Textbooks and Dermatology Journals are available in the Dermatology department.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Dermatology department activity levels 19/20, including outpatient minor op procedures:-
- 9,047 new appointments
- 25,887 follow up appointments
Doncaster Site
The Dermatology Department has undergone significant expansion since it was established as a combined outpatient and inpatient facility in 1983. The Outpatients unit is based at Lincoln suite and access to inpatient beds is available on ward 17 (an acute medical ward) with daily specialist nurse treatment facility. There is a dynamic, innovative, friendly and enthusiastic team of Dermatology nurses led by Sister Caroline Fitzgerald. The team of Dermatology specialist nurses provides nurse led clinics, skin surgery, nurse prescribing, phototherapy, photodynamic therapy, and day treatments.
Specialist clinics include:
- Cosmetic camouflage
- Chiropody
- Phototherapy
- Photodynamic Therapy
- Monthly joint clinics with plastic surgery and oncology
There is a monthly Trust-wide multidisciplinary Audit half-day programme to which the Dermatology Department contributes, and a North Trent Dermatology Educational programme. There is a strong emphasis on teaching of undergraduates, postgraduates and nurses.
Textbooks and Dermatology Journals are available in the Dermatology department.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MRCP (or equivalent)
- You must be on the specialist register for Dermatology or within 6 months of being admitted to the register for trainees, if currently in a training programme in the UK. In accordance with the regulations, all other categories of Doctors must be on the GMC specialist register to be considered for a consultant appointment by the Advisory Appointments Committee
- Applicants must continue to hold a Licence to Practice
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Must be able to demonstrate a high level of clinical experience and competence in all aspects of Dermatology
- Ability to offer expert clinical opinions on range of problems within the specialty
- Shows ability to work with and lead others across professions
Desirable
- Wide based experience in Dermatology
- Attendance at a recognised management course
Teaching
Essential
- Experience of and enthusiasm for clinical teaching of postgraduate doctors and non-medical staff.
Desirable
- Academic achievements/evidence of familiarity with research methods which have resulted in publications
- Training in clinical and educational supervision
- Attendance at a teaching course
- Formal qualification in teaching/education
Audit and Research
Essential
- Knowledge of Audit principles and evidence of participation in and completion of audit projects and the implementation of outcomes
Desirable
- Evidence of knowledge of research methodology
- Critical Appraisal Skills
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Ability to use IT Systems - inc Word, Excel, PowerPoint Outlook
- Evidence of innovation
Desirable
- Understands self (strengths and weaknesses) and impact of behaviour on others
- Evidence of continual learning and development
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MRCP (or equivalent)
- You must be on the specialist register for Dermatology or within 6 months of being admitted to the register for trainees, if currently in a training programme in the UK. In accordance with the regulations, all other categories of Doctors must be on the GMC specialist register to be considered for a consultant appointment by the Advisory Appointments Committee
- Applicants must continue to hold a Licence to Practice
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Must be able to demonstrate a high level of clinical experience and competence in all aspects of Dermatology
- Ability to offer expert clinical opinions on range of problems within the specialty
- Shows ability to work with and lead others across professions
Desirable
- Wide based experience in Dermatology
- Attendance at a recognised management course
Teaching
Essential
- Experience of and enthusiasm for clinical teaching of postgraduate doctors and non-medical staff.
Desirable
- Academic achievements/evidence of familiarity with research methods which have resulted in publications
- Training in clinical and educational supervision
- Attendance at a teaching course
- Formal qualification in teaching/education
Audit and Research
Essential
- Knowledge of Audit principles and evidence of participation in and completion of audit projects and the implementation of outcomes
Desirable
- Evidence of knowledge of research methodology
- Critical Appraisal Skills
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Ability to use IT Systems - inc Word, Excel, PowerPoint Outlook
- Evidence of innovation
Desirable
- Understands self (strengths and weaknesses) and impact of behaviour on others
- Evidence of continual learning and development
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).
