Job summary
University Hospital Southampton is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us. Please see below for detailed job description of the role.
Main duties of the job
YOUR MAIN DUTIES
The Dermatology department at University Hospital Southampton is a busy self-contained outpatient department in a large university teaching hospital. You will join an existing team of 19 consultants. Southampton is one of three recognised specialist centres for treating skin cancer within the Central South Coast Cancer Network and within that it is the recognised melanoma centre with access to major melanoma trials.
Skin cancer forms a large amount of our workload. MOHS micrographic surgery is performed at UHS and the department has a number of other specialist services. We have very well-established links with the academic department at University of Southampton and excellent facilities for research are in place.
About us
WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU
As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. UHS is rated 'Good' by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care.
All non-clinical roles may involve a mixture of on site and remote working, Specific details and flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.
Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Responsibilities
WHAT YOULL DO:
This post in Dermatology will be based at Royal South Hants Hospital, with some sessions possibly based in Southampton General Hospital and/or peripheral hospitals or other sites of health care provision. The focus of this post is to provide comprehensive specialist outpatient services in dermatology and in addition could include services for a subspecialty in medical or surgical dermatology.
The appointee will be expected to attend the department's meetings including departmental and consultant meeting, Clinical Governance meeting and Skin MDT.
WHAT WERE LOOKING FOR
We are looking for an enthusiastic and innovative candidate who will further support our well-established team and facilitate the development of new specialist services.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Individuals wishing to apply must be registered with the General Medical Council (GMC).
The successful candidate will be employed under the terms and conditions of service for Consultants (England) 2003.
Interviews will be held on Friday, 07 June 2024
Job Reference: MT1183 - This vacancy closes on or before: 30th May 2024
Should you have any queries, please use the contact details below to get in touch.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Responsibilities
WHAT YOULL DO:
This post in Dermatology will be based at Royal South Hants Hospital, with some sessions possibly based in Southampton General Hospital and/or peripheral hospitals or other sites of health care provision. The focus of this post is to provide comprehensive specialist outpatient services in dermatology and in addition could include services for a subspecialty in medical or surgical dermatology.
The appointee will be expected to attend the department's meetings including departmental and consultant meeting, Clinical Governance meeting and Skin MDT.
WHAT WERE LOOKING FOR
We are looking for an enthusiastic and innovative candidate who will further support our well-established team and facilitate the development of new specialist services.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Individuals wishing to apply must be registered with the General Medical Council (GMC).
The successful candidate will be employed under the terms and conditions of service for Consultants (England) 2003.
Interviews will be held on Friday, 07 June 2024
Job Reference: MT1183 - This vacancy closes on or before: 30th May 2024
Should you have any queries, please use the contact details below to get in touch.
Person Specification
Qualifications and training
Essential
- Hold a medical qualification or qualification registered with the GMC
- Appropriate higher medical qualification i.e. MRCP/MRCS or equivalent
Desirable
- Entry onto the Specialist Register for GMC or be within six months of obtaining CCT/CCST or equivalent
- MD or equivalent higher degree or evidence of relevant research
Previous or relevant experience
Essential
- High standard of clinical skill and expertise in the specialty, with skills required for the on-call rota
- Experience in the management of skin cancer and cutaneous surgery
- Good all-round experience in General Dermatology
- Evidence of Audit/Research
- Supervision of post graduate trainees and ability to teach clinical skills
- Personal time management skills
- Evidence of Clinical Governance
- Ability to organise in patient and out-patient waiting lists
- Experience of teaching undergraduate and postgraduate trainees
- Ability to contribute to change management
- Ability to apply research findings to clinical problems
- Ability to critically review research
Desirable
- Interest in the field of skin cancer and dermatological surgery or other specific interest in a medical subspecialty of dermatology
- Familiarity within issues of service organisation and development
- Experience of teaching basic clinical skills to undergraduates/postgraduates, along with supervision
- Publications in peer review journals
Aptitudes and skills
Essential
- Evidence and ability to communicate and liaise effectively with patients and colleagues (verbal and written communication skills in English)
- Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team
- Ability to work in partnership to deliver a patient centred service
- Demonstrate an understanding and willingness to embrace user involvement
- Good interpersonal skills
- Enquiring, critical approach to work
- Commitment to continuing professional development
- Willingness to undertake additional professional responsibilities to local, regional or national levels
- Willingness to work with consultant colleagues and management to maintain and develop a comprehensive service
- Able to make own arrangements for travel between working sites
Living the Trust values
Essential
- Able to demonstrate behaviours that meet the Trust Values: Patients First, Always Improving, Working Together
Person Specification
Qualifications and training
Essential
- Hold a medical qualification or qualification registered with the GMC
- Appropriate higher medical qualification i.e. MRCP/MRCS or equivalent
Desirable
- Entry onto the Specialist Register for GMC or be within six months of obtaining CCT/CCST or equivalent
- MD or equivalent higher degree or evidence of relevant research
Previous or relevant experience
Essential
- High standard of clinical skill and expertise in the specialty, with skills required for the on-call rota
- Experience in the management of skin cancer and cutaneous surgery
- Good all-round experience in General Dermatology
- Evidence of Audit/Research
- Supervision of post graduate trainees and ability to teach clinical skills
- Personal time management skills
- Evidence of Clinical Governance
- Ability to organise in patient and out-patient waiting lists
- Experience of teaching undergraduate and postgraduate trainees
- Ability to contribute to change management
- Ability to apply research findings to clinical problems
- Ability to critically review research
Desirable
- Interest in the field of skin cancer and dermatological surgery or other specific interest in a medical subspecialty of dermatology
- Familiarity within issues of service organisation and development
- Experience of teaching basic clinical skills to undergraduates/postgraduates, along with supervision
- Publications in peer review journals
Aptitudes and skills
Essential
- Evidence and ability to communicate and liaise effectively with patients and colleagues (verbal and written communication skills in English)
- Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team
- Ability to work in partnership to deliver a patient centred service
- Demonstrate an understanding and willingness to embrace user involvement
- Good interpersonal skills
- Enquiring, critical approach to work
- Commitment to continuing professional development
- Willingness to undertake additional professional responsibilities to local, regional or national levels
- Willingness to work with consultant colleagues and management to maintain and develop a comprehensive service
- Able to make own arrangements for travel between working sites
Living the Trust values
Essential
- Able to demonstrate behaviours that meet the Trust Values: Patients First, Always Improving, Working Together
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
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).
