Job summary
Applications are invited for Dermatology Specialty Doctor in dermatology at Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust.This post will be based at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital Woolwich . The post is permanent.
The successful candidates will join an enthusiastic and motivated team, helping to support the future vision and development of the Service.
Previous applicants need not apply.
We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Specialty Doctor in Dermatology to join our dynamic healthcare team. As a Specialty Doctor, you will play a crucial role in providing high-quality clinical care to patients. You will collaborate with consultants, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to diagnose and treat a wide range of skin conditions, ensuring the best possible outcomes for our patients.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Opportunities for professional growth and advancement.
- Collaborative and supportive work environment.
- Access to cutting-edge medical equipment and facilities.
- Contribution to medical research and clinical trials.
If you have previous experience in Dermatology and want to join a team to provide excellent patient care , we invite you to apply for this exciting Specialty Doctor position. Please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and achievements.
Main duties of the job
- Conduct thorough clinical assessments of patients presenting with skin conditions.
- Diagnose various skin conditions, including but not limited to, eczema, psoriasis, acne, skin cancer, drug eruptions, and skin infections.
- Develop personalized treatment plans based on patients' medical history, examination findings, and diagnostic test results.
- Perform procedures such as cryotherapy, skin biopsies and excisions of skin lesions (with appropriate supervision).
- Monitor the progress of patients, making necessary adjustments to treatment plans as required.
- Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams, including dermatologists, nurses, pathologists, and radiologists to ensure comprehensive patient care.
- Participate in medical education and training programs for junior staff, medical students, and other healthcare professionals.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date medical records, documenting patient consultations, treatment plans, and outcomes.
- Stay updated with the latest developments in dermatology through continuous professional development and attending relevant conferences or workshops.
About us
Our people are our greatest asset. When we feel supported and happy at work, this positivity reaches those very people we are here for, the patients. Engaged employees perform at their best and our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) initiatives contribute to cultivate a culture of engagement. We have four staff networks, a corporate EDI Team and a suite of programmes and events which aim to insert the 5 aspirations:
- Improving representation at senior levels of staff with disabilities, from black, Asian, and ethnic minorities background, identify as LGBTQ+ and women, through improved recruitment and leadership development
- Widening access (anchor institution) and employability
- Improving the experience of staff with disability
- Improving the EDI literacy and confidence of trust staff through training and development
- Making equalities mainstream
Job description
Job responsibilities
The successful applicant will work within thedermatology service.
- To provide high quality health care for patients referred to the Department for diagnosis and treatment.
- To participate in educational and governance meetings and meet CPD requirements; to meet appraisal and revalidation requirements
- To provide cover for colleagues during periods of annual leave.
- To support the Trusts Clinical Governance Strategy, to participate in clinical audit, and to contribute towards the development of protocols/guidelines within the Trust
- To participate in departmental meetings and activities.
- To contribute to the development of the service.
- To provide continuing training for clinical staff, including anaesthetic trainees, medical students, midwives and nurses
Job description
Job responsibilities
The successful applicant will work within thedermatology service.
- To provide high quality health care for patients referred to the Department for diagnosis and treatment.
- To participate in educational and governance meetings and meet CPD requirements; to meet appraisal and revalidation requirements
- To provide cover for colleagues during periods of annual leave.
- To support the Trusts Clinical Governance Strategy, to participate in clinical audit, and to contribute towards the development of protocols/guidelines within the Trust
- To participate in departmental meetings and activities.
- To contribute to the development of the service.
- To provide continuing training for clinical staff, including anaesthetic trainees, medical students, midwives and nurses
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Medical degree, MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
- Full GMC Registration with License to Practice
- Evidence of achievement of Foundation Competencies in line with GMC Standards/Good Medical Practice
Desirable
- 1st class honors for BSc
- Distinction, merits or equivalent throughout undergraduate medical program
- MRCP Part 1
Clinical Experience and Knowledge
Essential
- Can demonstrate clinical experience in diagnosing and treating various dermatological conditions.
- Proficiency in performing dermatological procedures and interventions.
- Successful completion of Foundation Training
Desirable
- Completion of postgraduate training in dermatology and acquisition of CCT or equivalent.
Research and Audit Experience
Essential
- Demonstrate understanding of the importance of audit and research
- Evidence of active participation in audit
- Understanding of research principles.
- Previous experience in research activity.
- Active audit interest demonstrated by at least one completed clinical audit in the last 12 months.
Desirable
- Evidence of relevant academic and research achievement
- Publications in peer review journals.
- Publication of audit results.
Teaching & Training Experience
Essential
- Experience of teaching clinical skills to medical and nursing staff and other disciplines.
IT skills
Essential
- Ability to use Microsoft office packages, e.g. MS Word, Excel, Access & PowerPoint.
- Ability to use patient information systems
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Medical degree, MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
- Full GMC Registration with License to Practice
- Evidence of achievement of Foundation Competencies in line with GMC Standards/Good Medical Practice
Desirable
- 1st class honors for BSc
- Distinction, merits or equivalent throughout undergraduate medical program
- MRCP Part 1
Clinical Experience and Knowledge
Essential
- Can demonstrate clinical experience in diagnosing and treating various dermatological conditions.
- Proficiency in performing dermatological procedures and interventions.
- Successful completion of Foundation Training
Desirable
- Completion of postgraduate training in dermatology and acquisition of CCT or equivalent.
Research and Audit Experience
Essential
- Demonstrate understanding of the importance of audit and research
- Evidence of active participation in audit
- Understanding of research principles.
- Previous experience in research activity.
- Active audit interest demonstrated by at least one completed clinical audit in the last 12 months.
Desirable
- Evidence of relevant academic and research achievement
- Publications in peer review journals.
- Publication of audit results.
Teaching & Training Experience
Essential
- Experience of teaching clinical skills to medical and nursing staff and other disciplines.
IT skills
Essential
- Ability to use Microsoft office packages, e.g. MS Word, Excel, Access & PowerPoint.
- Ability to use patient information systems
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).
