Job summary
We are looking for an enthusiastic colleague to join our well-established team in this ground-breaking virtual role. This post will cover general dermatology and could also include paediatric elements. The team are keen to develop a virtual lesion service to complement the existing sub-specialities, and therefore an interest in service development would be essential as we change the face of medicine in Cornwall.
This is a new full time (10 PA) virtual consultant dermatologist post. This role will include 1 PA for service development to deliver our virtual vision.
Main duties of the job
Job Purpose
- Deliver outpatient clinics remotely using a virtual platform
- To share with colleagues responsibility for the day-to-day management of the Dermatology service albeit via digital platforms
- To actively participate in both departmental and Trust matters concerning Clinical Governance and Audit.
- To attend meetings as appropriate.
- Lead on delivering a robust virtual dermatology as the number one priority service for Cornwall.
About us
Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust is the biggest provider of healthcare services in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. Our three main sites are Royal Cornwall Hospital Truro, St Michael's Hospital Hayle and West Cornwall Hospital Penzance, our staff and services are available across the region.
The Trust employs 5,000+ staff, has a budget of £380 million and 750 beds
We work with health and social care organisations including NHS Kernow and NHS England to ensure local healthcare needs are met. We provide acute medical, surgical and specialist services to around 500,000 which can increase significantly during busy holiday periods.
The Trust has teaching hospitals status as part of the University of Exeter Medical School. Keeping at the forefront of medical advances, we continually developing clinical services and are committed to maximising the range of specialist care offered locally.
We can offer you a rewarding career in a supportive working environment. We have extensive educational links to help you realise your full potential and develop skills to provide outstanding healthcare to the local community.
Enjoy an outstanding quality of life in a place that offers surfing beaches and fishing harbours to beautiful countryside and historic towns. With clean air, plenty of opportunities for outdoor activities and excellent schools, colleges and universities (including adult education) it is the ideal place for families and for you to develop your own career
Job description
Job responsibilities
PLEASE NOTE: To view the full Job Description and Person Specification, please click view the supporting document on the right hand side
To be an employee of the NHS you need to successfully complete the following:
- Identity Checks
- Professional registration and qualification checks
- Employment history and reference checks
- Work health assessments
- Criminal record check standards
- Right to work checks
For further information please visit:
https://www.nhsemployers.org/topics-networks/employment-standards-and-regulation
Job description
Job responsibilities
PLEASE NOTE: To view the full Job Description and Person Specification, please click view the supporting document on the right hand side
To be an employee of the NHS you need to successfully complete the following:
- Identity Checks
- Professional registration and qualification checks
- Employment history and reference checks
- Work health assessments
- Criminal record check standards
- Right to work checks
For further information please visit:
https://www.nhsemployers.org/topics-networks/employment-standards-and-regulation
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GMC registration at time of appointment and hold a current licence to practice
- GMC Specialist Register or within six months of obtaining CCT (or equivalent)
- MRCP (UK) or equivalent
Desirable
- Attended appropriate training courses
- An appropriate higher degree e.g. MD PHD or equivalent
Experience
Essential
- Wide experience in all aspects of Dermatology
- Teaching (Medical students/peers/MDT)
- Experienced in Clinical Audit and Clinical Governance
Desirable
- MOH's / surgical fellowship
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GMC registration at time of appointment and hold a current licence to practice
- GMC Specialist Register or within six months of obtaining CCT (or equivalent)
- MRCP (UK) or equivalent
Desirable
- Attended appropriate training courses
- An appropriate higher degree e.g. MD PHD or equivalent
Experience
Essential
- Wide experience in all aspects of Dermatology
- Teaching (Medical students/peers/MDT)
- Experienced in Clinical Audit and Clinical Governance
Desirable
- MOH's / surgical fellowship
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).
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