Job summary
Applications are invited for an innovative post of Clinical Fellow in Dermatopathology within the Histopathology Department at Dorset County Hospital Foundation Trust in Dorchester. The post will be complemented by separate additional sessions at the nearby private laboratory Poundbury Cancer Institute. The latter will require a separate employment contract, but will not require a separate interview/application.
The post is aimed at doctors who have either completed, or within 6 months of completion of training, from either Dermatology or General Histopathology. It will enable the successful candidate to develop Dermatopathology as a subspecialist interest, and work towards the Royal College of Pathologists Diploma in Dermatopathology.This is an excellent opportunity to work in a department with an efficient and high-quality laboratory, supportive colleagues, continually striving for excellence and improvement in the service. The Histopathology Department enjoys a good reputation both within the hospital and further afield, for providing an efficient and high-quality pathology service.The dermatopathologist receives regular referrals for second opinions from other hospitals in the region and further afield. There is an extensive skin pathology slide archive as an aid to teaching and education. There is an opportunity for clinical exposure to Dermatology if required.
Main duties of the job
This is a training post within the Department of Histopathology at Dorset County Hospital, fully supervised by Dr Taibjee. The post is for an individual with full GMC registration, aimed at a Consultant Dermatologist or Histopathologist (or with equivalent overseas training), or within 6 months of CCT, and who wishes to develop a specialist interest in Dermatopathology, with intention to train towards the Royal College of Pathologists Diploma in Dermatopathology.
The Clinical Fellow post relating to work at DCH will be a 5PA contract.
The appointee will support Dr Taibjee and the other consultant colleagues, in providing the Skin Histopathology service. This will primarily involve previewing cases and drafting skin histology reports, and sitting with Dr Taibjee or another consultant to finalise and authorize reports. There will be exposure to more complex case material including cases sent to Dr Taibjee for second opinions. The appointee may be required to assist and advise biomedical scientists in macroscopic dissection of skin specimens, and to order appropriate ancillary tests such as immunohistochemistry and molecular tests where appropriate.
The appointee will be expected to participate in clinical audit.
The appointee is expected to be involved in the teaching and educational activities of the department.
About us
At DCHFT, we pride ourselves on the care we provide for our patients, and on the culture, we are creating for our staff. We work hard to create a fair, inclusive environment for our staff.
Our Mission is to provide outstanding care for people in ways which matter to them, and our vision is Dorset County Hospital, working with our health and social care partners, will be at the heart of improving the well-being of our communities.
We are a Trust that celebrates diversity, and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from people in all under-represented groups.
We understand that some applicants may choose to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in preparing their application materials. While this is not discouraged, we kindly remind candidates that all submissions must be truthful and accurately reflect your own experiences and suitability for this role.
Personal integrity and authenticity are central to our recruitment process. We value honesty and appreciate applications that are genuine and representative of the individual behind them.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This is a training post within the Department of Histopathology at Dorset County Hospital, fully supervised by Dr Taibjee. The post is for an individual with full GMC registration, aimed at a Consultant Dermatologist or Histopathologist (or with equivalent overseas training), or within 6 months of CCT, and who wishes to develop a specialist interest in Dermatopathology, with intention to train towards the Royal College of Pathologists Diploma in Dermatopathology.
The Clinical Fellow post relating to work at DCH will be a 5PA contract.
The appointee will support Dr Taibjee and the other consultant colleagues, in providing the Skin Histopathology service. This will primarily involve previewing cases and drafting skin histology reports, and sitting with Dr Taibjee or another consultant to finalise and authorize reports. There will be exposure to more complex case material including cases sent to Dr Taibjee for second opinions. The appointee may be required to assist and advise biomedical scientists in macroscopic dissection of skin specimens, and to order appropriate ancillary tests such as immunohistochemistry and molecular tests where appropriate. The department does not provide an on-call/out of hours service. The configuration of responsibilities and Job Plan will be reviewed from time to time and the appointee will be expected to work with consultant colleagues to provide a reliable and expeditious service.
The appointee will be expected to participate in clinical audit, continuing professional development (CPD) and relevant quality assurance and proficiency testing. The appointee will have the opportunity to see the National Specialist Dermatopathology External Quality Assurance Scheme slide circulations, and gain insight into its organization since Dr Taibjee is currently Deputy Organiser of the scheme.
The appointee is expected to be involved in the teaching and educational activities of the department. Double-headed microscopes are available in each of the consultants rooms, with a multi-headed microscope in the reporting room. Dr Taibjee provides regular virtual Dermatopathology teaching sessions to Dermatology trainees in the Wessex region and nationally, lectures on a number of courses and regional and national/international meetings. The appointee will be involved in cataloguing the Skin Histopathology archive of educational cases (currently >2000 cases), supporting and co-authoring publications, and have the opportunity to present at national and international meetings.
The appointee will be fully supported in working towards the RCPath Diploma in Dermatopathology. Dr Taibjee is currently a Senior Examiner which means that Dorset County Hospital is suitable to provide an accredited training centre status.
There is a potential opportunity for exposure in Dermatology e.g. observing and/or directly participating in Clinics, depending upon the appointees requirements (e.g. if Dermatology exposure is required for working towards the Diploma in Dermatopathology) and skill set.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This is a training post within the Department of Histopathology at Dorset County Hospital, fully supervised by Dr Taibjee. The post is for an individual with full GMC registration, aimed at a Consultant Dermatologist or Histopathologist (or with equivalent overseas training), or within 6 months of CCT, and who wishes to develop a specialist interest in Dermatopathology, with intention to train towards the Royal College of Pathologists Diploma in Dermatopathology.
The Clinical Fellow post relating to work at DCH will be a 5PA contract.
The appointee will support Dr Taibjee and the other consultant colleagues, in providing the Skin Histopathology service. This will primarily involve previewing cases and drafting skin histology reports, and sitting with Dr Taibjee or another consultant to finalise and authorize reports. There will be exposure to more complex case material including cases sent to Dr Taibjee for second opinions. The appointee may be required to assist and advise biomedical scientists in macroscopic dissection of skin specimens, and to order appropriate ancillary tests such as immunohistochemistry and molecular tests where appropriate. The department does not provide an on-call/out of hours service. The configuration of responsibilities and Job Plan will be reviewed from time to time and the appointee will be expected to work with consultant colleagues to provide a reliable and expeditious service.
The appointee will be expected to participate in clinical audit, continuing professional development (CPD) and relevant quality assurance and proficiency testing. The appointee will have the opportunity to see the National Specialist Dermatopathology External Quality Assurance Scheme slide circulations, and gain insight into its organization since Dr Taibjee is currently Deputy Organiser of the scheme.
The appointee is expected to be involved in the teaching and educational activities of the department. Double-headed microscopes are available in each of the consultants rooms, with a multi-headed microscope in the reporting room. Dr Taibjee provides regular virtual Dermatopathology teaching sessions to Dermatology trainees in the Wessex region and nationally, lectures on a number of courses and regional and national/international meetings. The appointee will be involved in cataloguing the Skin Histopathology archive of educational cases (currently >2000 cases), supporting and co-authoring publications, and have the opportunity to present at national and international meetings.
The appointee will be fully supported in working towards the RCPath Diploma in Dermatopathology. Dr Taibjee is currently a Senior Examiner which means that Dorset County Hospital is suitable to provide an accredited training centre status.
There is a potential opportunity for exposure in Dermatology e.g. observing and/or directly participating in Clinics, depending upon the appointees requirements (e.g. if Dermatology exposure is required for working towards the Diploma in Dermatopathology) and skill set.
Person Specification
Education, Qualifications & Training
Essential
- Full GMC Registration with licence to practise
- A relevant higher qualification
Desirable
- CCT in Dermatology or Histopathology (or within 6 months) or equivalent specialist training overseas
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of broad training and experience in either Histopathology and / or Dermatology
- Previous exposure/experience in specialist Dermatopathology work
- Experience of working in multidisciplinary teams
- Experience of working in regional networks
- Experience of managing & developing services
Skills, Abilities & Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of, and appropriate skill, in either Histopathology and / or Dermatology
- Ability to update clinical knowledge and skills
- Knowledge of evidence-based practice
Communication & Language Skills
Essential
- Ability to communicate effectively with clinical colleagues, colleagues in pathology and support staff
- Good knowledge of and ability to use spoken and written English
- Ability to present effectively to an audience, using a variety of methods and to respond to questions
Abilities & Aptitude
Essential
- Aptitude to be a team member
- Ability to develop effective working relationships with all levels of staff
- Awareness of personal and professional limitations
- Ability to work under pressure and cope with setbacks
- Ability to take responsibility and aptitude for leadership
- Ability to adapt and respond to changing circumstances
Clinical Governance and Audit
Essential
- Understanding of clinical governance and the responsibilities it implies
- Knowledge of the principals of and evidence of participation in clinical audit
- Participation in continuing professional development (CPD scheme and, where relevant, evidence of past participation
Teaching and Training
Essential
- Enthusiasm for Dermatopathology and willingness to share knowledge and experience
- Experience of teaching technical and nursing staff
- Experience of teaching medical students
Research
Essential
- Knowledge of the principals involved in research
- Publication in peer-reviewed journals
Other
Essential
- Meets professional health requirements
- Willingness to travel to and work in other sites necessitated by the role
Person Specification
Education, Qualifications & Training
Essential
- Full GMC Registration with licence to practise
- A relevant higher qualification
Desirable
- CCT in Dermatology or Histopathology (or within 6 months) or equivalent specialist training overseas
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of broad training and experience in either Histopathology and / or Dermatology
- Previous exposure/experience in specialist Dermatopathology work
- Experience of working in multidisciplinary teams
- Experience of working in regional networks
- Experience of managing & developing services
Skills, Abilities & Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of, and appropriate skill, in either Histopathology and / or Dermatology
- Ability to update clinical knowledge and skills
- Knowledge of evidence-based practice
Communication & Language Skills
Essential
- Ability to communicate effectively with clinical colleagues, colleagues in pathology and support staff
- Good knowledge of and ability to use spoken and written English
- Ability to present effectively to an audience, using a variety of methods and to respond to questions
Abilities & Aptitude
Essential
- Aptitude to be a team member
- Ability to develop effective working relationships with all levels of staff
- Awareness of personal and professional limitations
- Ability to work under pressure and cope with setbacks
- Ability to take responsibility and aptitude for leadership
- Ability to adapt and respond to changing circumstances
Clinical Governance and Audit
Essential
- Understanding of clinical governance and the responsibilities it implies
- Knowledge of the principals of and evidence of participation in clinical audit
- Participation in continuing professional development (CPD scheme and, where relevant, evidence of past participation
Teaching and Training
Essential
- Enthusiasm for Dermatopathology and willingness to share knowledge and experience
- Experience of teaching technical and nursing staff
- Experience of teaching medical students
Research
Essential
- Knowledge of the principals involved in research
- Publication in peer-reviewed journals
Other
Essential
- Meets professional health requirements
- Willingness to travel to and work in other sites necessitated by the role
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).
