Job summary
This post is for a Specialty Doctor in Dermatology. We wish to appoint a full time Specialty Doctor in Dermatology to commence as soon as possible.
We are offering an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated Specialty Doctor to join a dynamic, rapidly expanding team delivering multidisciplinary acute care in Croydon University Hospital.
The successful candidate will be joining an enthusiastic, forward-thinking department compromising of 5 Consultants, GP Specialists, Pharmacy Prescriber. The appointment will be an essential member of the team.
The department offers excellent training and development opportunities and the post holder is expected to support the service demands.
Interview Date: To be confirmed
Main duties of the job
The post will be based at Croydon Health Services and other work locations including off site working may be agreed in your Job Plan where appropriate.
Please note that job plans are subject to review by your Clinical Head of Service and Clinical Director.
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. To provide a high quality dermatology service and this includes all aspects of treatment and relevant management duties for the proper functioning of the department.2. Responsible for out-patient clinic commitments in peripheral hospitals as agreed by Croydon Health Services
About us
Working for your organisation
Croydon Health Services NHS Trust provides Hospital & Community services from a number of community and specialist clinics throughout Croydon.
These include:
- Croydon University Hospital
- Purley Hospital (please note the building is currently undergoing a £11 million refurbishment and the only service operating is the Urgent Care Service for minor injuries and illnesses)
- The Sickle Cell & Thalasaemia Centre in Thornton Heath
- Community bases at the Crystal Centre, Purley, Sanderstead, New Addington, Broad Green, Woodside and others throughout Croydon
- A Minor Injuries Unit at New Addington
The Trust was formed on 1stAugust 2010 through the integration of Croydon Community Health Services & Mayday Healthcare NHS Trust.
Around 3,500 staff provide services for a population of over 340,000 people who are relatively young, with a high level of ethnic diversity.
Further information about Croydon Health Services can be found on the website,www.croydonhealthservices.nhs.uk
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to Job description.
1. To provide a high quality dermatology service and this includes all aspects of treatment and relevant management duties for the proper functioning of the department.2. Responsible for out-patient clinic commitments in peripheral hospitals as agreed by Croydon Health Services3. To contribute to departmental research interests in accordance with the Trusts R&D framework.4. To contribute to the Audit Programme.5. To take an active role in the formulation, implementation and monitoring of the Trusts Objectives. Thismay include assisting with discussions regarding service plans and developments with both internaland external agencies.6. To conduct all activities within the contracted level of service and operating plan for the Department.7. To work in conjunction with clinical and professional colleagues to ensure that the productivity of staff
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to Job description.
1. To provide a high quality dermatology service and this includes all aspects of treatment and relevant management duties for the proper functioning of the department.2. Responsible for out-patient clinic commitments in peripheral hospitals as agreed by Croydon Health Services3. To contribute to departmental research interests in accordance with the Trusts R&D framework.4. To contribute to the Audit Programme.5. To take an active role in the formulation, implementation and monitoring of the Trusts Objectives. Thismay include assisting with discussions regarding service plans and developments with both internaland external agencies.6. To conduct all activities within the contracted level of service and operating plan for the Department.7. To work in conjunction with clinical and professional colleagues to ensure that the productivity of staff
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Medical Degree
- Experience of dealing with dermatology cases in general practice Evidence of participation in audit
- Good time management & organisational skills, ability to prioritise, according to clinical need.
- IT skills
- Understanding of NHS & Clinical Governace
- Knowledge and Understanding of cancer pathways
- Experience in MOPS
Desirable
- Diploma in Dermatology
- Experience of working in Dermatology clinics under supervision
- Member of Special Interest Groups
- Experience of presentations
Experience
Essential
- Experience of out-patient clinical commitments
- Experience of clinical documentation
Desirable
- UK NHS experience
- Experience of contributing to audits
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Medical Degree
- Experience of dealing with dermatology cases in general practice Evidence of participation in audit
- Good time management & organisational skills, ability to prioritise, according to clinical need.
- IT skills
- Understanding of NHS & Clinical Governace
- Knowledge and Understanding of cancer pathways
- Experience in MOPS
Desirable
- Diploma in Dermatology
- Experience of working in Dermatology clinics under supervision
- Member of Special Interest Groups
- Experience of presentations
Experience
Essential
- Experience of out-patient clinical commitments
- Experience of clinical documentation
Desirable
- UK NHS experience
- Experience of contributing to audits
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).
