Job summary
This is a fixed term 1 year appointment, initially covering a Dermatology entry level ST3 Grade junior doctor. This is with a view to on-going review and re-consideration for extension of the contract if the candidate is deemed suitable and enthusiastic for prospective application for CESR training in Dermatology.
This is in response to the needs of the department in the last few years and the increasing demand on our services in the local area. Our service covers a large area encompassing both East and West Berkshire and parts of Oxfordshire and Hampshire. We are lucky to work in very beautiful area of the country including Henley and West Berkshire.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be responsible for a mixture of inpatient reviews, outpatient clinics and minor operations along with contributing to the Skin MDT and supporting specialist nursing colleagues when needed. Secretarial and administrative support will be provided.
Applicants must be on the General Medical Council Register.
About us
The Royal Berkshire Hospital achieved Foundation Trust status on 1st June 2006. It was the first Foundation Trust in the South Central Strategic Health Authority. The Trust has a successful track record of delivering high quality acute medical and surgical services for 500,000 patients across West Berkshire, an area extending from Newbury in the west to Henley-on-Thames in the east, and including Wokingham and parts of Hampshire to the south and parts of Oxfordshire to the north. The Trust is one of the largest general hospital Trusts in the country and is Reading's biggest employer.
The Trust is under the leadership of Graham Sims, Chair, Janet Lippett, Acting Chief Executive and Dr Will Orr, Acting Chief Medical Officer. Successfully achieving Foundation Trust status was an important landmark for the Trust and recognised the commitment of its management team and clinicians to maintain the high quality of its service delivery.
Job description
Job responsibilities
CLINICAL OBJECTIVES
- To provide, with colleagues, Dermatology services in both in-patient and out-patient settings.
- To contribute to on-call cover 9am-5pm for the Dermatology service and support advice and queries from the ward/ ambulatory care/ emergency dept and Dermatology Registrar when requested.
MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES
- Active participation in monthly clinical governance & academic meetings within the department.
- Participation and involvement in meetings and other business in the Dermatology service
- The post holders will be expected to participate fully in the teaching of pre-clinical & clinical undergraduate medical students from Oxford University. They will also be expected to contribute to the programmes of F1/F2, Core Trainee and Specialist Registrar teaching.
- The successful applicants will be expected to contribute to medical audit and clinical governance and clinical governance meetings take place on alternate months.
- The successful candidates will be expected to maintain his/her professional development to the level set by the Royal College of Physicians. The department runs an annual appraisal system in line with the National Appraisal Scheme for Consultant Medical Staff (as outlined in MD5/01) and expects every consultant to maintain a personal development portfolio.
Job description
Job responsibilities
CLINICAL OBJECTIVES
- To provide, with colleagues, Dermatology services in both in-patient and out-patient settings.
- To contribute to on-call cover 9am-5pm for the Dermatology service and support advice and queries from the ward/ ambulatory care/ emergency dept and Dermatology Registrar when requested.
MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES
- Active participation in monthly clinical governance & academic meetings within the department.
- Participation and involvement in meetings and other business in the Dermatology service
- The post holders will be expected to participate fully in the teaching of pre-clinical & clinical undergraduate medical students from Oxford University. They will also be expected to contribute to the programmes of F1/F2, Core Trainee and Specialist Registrar teaching.
- The successful applicants will be expected to contribute to medical audit and clinical governance and clinical governance meetings take place on alternate months.
- The successful candidates will be expected to maintain his/her professional development to the level set by the Royal College of Physicians. The department runs an annual appraisal system in line with the National Appraisal Scheme for Consultant Medical Staff (as outlined in MD5/01) and expects every consultant to maintain a personal development portfolio.
Person Specification
Professional Qualifications
Essential
- GMC registration
- MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
Desirable
- Part of full MRCP Intercalated BSc or equivalent
- Higher degrees including MSc, PhD or MD (where the research thesis is not part of first medical degree)
Clinical Experience & Skills
Essential
- Interest in Dermatology
- Previous Experience in Dermatology
Desirable
- Previous surgical experience
Clinical Knowledge
Essential
- Competence at foundation completion level in the management of medical emergencies, in patients and out patients
- Appropriate knowledge base, and ability to apply sound clinical judgement to problems
- Proficiency in a range of medical procedures (as defined by the foundation curriculum) as an indication of manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination
- Able to work without direct supervision where appropriate
- Able to prioritise clinical need
- Able to maximise safety and minimise risk
Desirable
- Evidence of some competences in the specialty, as defined by the relevant curricula
- Evidence of skills in the management of acute medical emergencies (e.g. ALERT, IMPACT certification)
- Evidence of skills in the management of patients not requiring hospital admission
Audit Management & IT
Essential
- Basic understanding of the importance of working within clinical governance guidelines.
- Good IT skills, use of patient and hospital database.
Desirable
- Undertake audits and present data as required.
Research. Teaching skill & experience
Desirable
- Teaching experience
- Publications in peer review journals
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Ability to communicate with clarity and intelligently in written and spoken English
- Excellent Interpersonal Skills, and able to work within MDT
- Interpersonal Skills; ability to see patients as people, ability to empathize and work cooperatively with others.
Person Specification
Professional Qualifications
Essential
- GMC registration
- MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
Desirable
- Part of full MRCP Intercalated BSc or equivalent
- Higher degrees including MSc, PhD or MD (where the research thesis is not part of first medical degree)
Clinical Experience & Skills
Essential
- Interest in Dermatology
- Previous Experience in Dermatology
Desirable
- Previous surgical experience
Clinical Knowledge
Essential
- Competence at foundation completion level in the management of medical emergencies, in patients and out patients
- Appropriate knowledge base, and ability to apply sound clinical judgement to problems
- Proficiency in a range of medical procedures (as defined by the foundation curriculum) as an indication of manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination
- Able to work without direct supervision where appropriate
- Able to prioritise clinical need
- Able to maximise safety and minimise risk
Desirable
- Evidence of some competences in the specialty, as defined by the relevant curricula
- Evidence of skills in the management of acute medical emergencies (e.g. ALERT, IMPACT certification)
- Evidence of skills in the management of patients not requiring hospital admission
Audit Management & IT
Essential
- Basic understanding of the importance of working within clinical governance guidelines.
- Good IT skills, use of patient and hospital database.
Desirable
- Undertake audits and present data as required.
Research. Teaching skill & experience
Desirable
- Teaching experience
- Publications in peer review journals
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Ability to communicate with clarity and intelligently in written and spoken English
- Excellent Interpersonal Skills, and able to work within MDT
- Interpersonal Skills; ability to see patients as people, ability to empathize and work cooperatively with others.
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.
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
