Job summary
We are delighted to be able to offer an opportunity for a highly motivated, ambitious individual to join our well integrated team.
Applications are invited for two one-year posts, suitable for dermatologists seeking specialist training in Mohs micrographic surgery, dermatological surgery and cutaneous oncology. The posts are available from August 2024 for 12 months. Candidates may be qualified dermatologists, dermatology trainees within 6 months of CCT or immediately post-CCT. This programme will provide training and experience in a wide range of dermatological surgery topics with an emphasis on the management of skin cancer. On completion of the programme it is anticipated that the trainee will have skills appropriate to a dermatologist with a special interest in cutaneous surgery and cutaneous oncology, including Mohs micrographic surgery, surgical reconstruction for skin cancer, scar revision and the dermatological use of lasers.
Main duties of the job
Clinical
A one year attachment to the department of Dermatology, with the specific aim of training in Dermatological surgery with particular emphasis on Mohs micrographic surgery and surgical reconstruction.
Training in nail apparatus surgery, scar revision and the use of non-ablative lasers will be given.
Teaching
The post holder will be expected to participate in the departmental teaching and training activities in cutaneous surgery for medical students, postgraduate students, Specialist Registrars and General Practitioners. Active participation in national meetings and the annual meetings and workshops of the British Society for Dermatological Surgery and the British Association of Dermatologists will be expected.
Research
The Department has excellent facilities for both basic and clinical research and prides itself on the excellent integration of clinical and laboratory based research. There are strong links with the University Department of Dermatology as well as established collaborative links with a number of other departments, including pathology. The post holder will be encouraged to undertake research projects and audit projects.
The infrastructure for research is well established in The Medical School. The Medical School Library is part of the British Lending Library experiment, acting as one of the pilot Universities with links into a network of specialist databases. The Clinical Department is well provided for with seminar rooms, audio-visual equipment etc.
About us
The post is based at the Royal Victoria Infirmary dermatology department working under the supervision of Drs Thomas Oliphant, David Brass, Matina Verykiou, Sarah Fenwick and Dominic Tabor. Potential candidates are strongly recommended to undertake a one week visit of the department before application. This can be arranged by telephoning 0191 282 4548 or email to Thomas.Oliphant@nhs.net or David.Brass@nhs.net.
Closing Date: Midnight on Monday 8 January 2024
Interview Date: 8 March 2024
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Mohs Surgical Unit at Newcastle RVI is one of the largest in the country, and sees a surgical throughput of more than 1500 Mohs cases a year; comprising treatment of basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma, melanoma in situ, stage Ia melanoma and other rare cutaneous cancers. The advertised post is full time, with a focus on cutaneous oncology and Dermatological surgery. There is no dermatology on call commitment and no general dermatology clinics. The post is endorsed by British Society for Dermatological Surgery (BSDS). The successful candidate will have a demonstrable commitment towards, and understanding of the utility of Mohs surgery for the treatment of patients with skin cancer. They will be expected to fulfil the Mohs workplace based performance assessments as mandated by the BSDS, to join the teaching rota, and to show involvement with departmental audit, quality improvement activity, and departmental research. They must be willing to be flexible with respect to clinical commitments.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Mohs Surgical Unit at Newcastle RVI is one of the largest in the country, and sees a surgical throughput of more than 1500 Mohs cases a year; comprising treatment of basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma, melanoma in situ, stage Ia melanoma and other rare cutaneous cancers. The advertised post is full time, with a focus on cutaneous oncology and Dermatological surgery. There is no dermatology on call commitment and no general dermatology clinics. The post is endorsed by British Society for Dermatological Surgery (BSDS). The successful candidate will have a demonstrable commitment towards, and understanding of the utility of Mohs surgery for the treatment of patients with skin cancer. They will be expected to fulfil the Mohs workplace based performance assessments as mandated by the BSDS, to join the teaching rota, and to show involvement with departmental audit, quality improvement activity, and departmental research. They must be willing to be flexible with respect to clinical commitments.
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent.
- MRCP or equivalent.
- Full GMC registration or eligibility to obtain this within 3 months (or within 6 months for non-EEA applicants).
Desirable
- Up to date training in skin cancer diagnostics and management
- (Higher level qualification): diploma masters PhD
Clinical Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Satisfactory completion of foundation training or equivalent.
- Able to manage common medical emergencies.
Desirable
- Active interest in clinical dermatological surgery and demonstrates potential to benefit from intensive surgical training.
- Higher level skin surgery experience eg experience in Mohs surgery (beyond skin biopsy and curettage)
Maintaining Clinical Competence
Essential
- Can show evidence of attendance at relevant courses/conferences
- No large unexplained gaps in clinical training
Teaching
Essential
- Can demonstrate regular commitment to teaching (eg students/health care professionals)
Desirable
- Has attended a teaching course or attained a module towards a higher teaching qualification
- Has presented at a national or international conference
- Formal teaching qualification
Clinical Governance, Audit and Research
Essential
- Experience of recent audit.
- Experience of recent quality improvement activity
Desirable
- Evidence of involvement in clinical research
- Has relevant poster publication
- Has published peer reviewed article
Communication, Relationships and Working with Colleagues
Essential
- Can show evidence of teamworking
- Has up to date 360 degree appraisal and patient feedback
Desirable
- Has been on management and leadership course
- Demonstrates team leadership position
- Demonstrates extracurricular activity that show participation and well rounded personality
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent.
- MRCP or equivalent.
- Full GMC registration or eligibility to obtain this within 3 months (or within 6 months for non-EEA applicants).
Desirable
- Up to date training in skin cancer diagnostics and management
- (Higher level qualification): diploma masters PhD
Clinical Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Satisfactory completion of foundation training or equivalent.
- Able to manage common medical emergencies.
Desirable
- Active interest in clinical dermatological surgery and demonstrates potential to benefit from intensive surgical training.
- Higher level skin surgery experience eg experience in Mohs surgery (beyond skin biopsy and curettage)
Maintaining Clinical Competence
Essential
- Can show evidence of attendance at relevant courses/conferences
- No large unexplained gaps in clinical training
Teaching
Essential
- Can demonstrate regular commitment to teaching (eg students/health care professionals)
Desirable
- Has attended a teaching course or attained a module towards a higher teaching qualification
- Has presented at a national or international conference
- Formal teaching qualification
Clinical Governance, Audit and Research
Essential
- Experience of recent audit.
- Experience of recent quality improvement activity
Desirable
- Evidence of involvement in clinical research
- Has relevant poster publication
- Has published peer reviewed article
Communication, Relationships and Working with Colleagues
Essential
- Can show evidence of teamworking
- Has up to date 360 degree appraisal and patient feedback
Desirable
- Has been on management and leadership course
- Demonstrates team leadership position
- Demonstrates extracurricular activity that show participation and well rounded personality
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).
