Job summary
Consultant in Dermatology 10 PA Permanent vacancy (other options will be considered)
**The successful candidate could receive a £15,000 additional payment as part of Recruitment and Retention Premia (T&C's apply)**We also offer relocation and associated expenses package of up to £8,000
The Dermatology service has evolved to provide a full range of secondary care services at Tameside Hospital plus nurse-led primary care clinics. The two consultant dermatologists all run adult and Paediatric clinics and have minor operation lists. Paediatric clinics run in children's outpatients, in a purpose-built modern unit and we have excellent working relationships with Paediatric colleagues including Paediatric phlebotomy on site.
Dermatology surgery takes place in a dedicated fully equipped and staffed minor operation room. All current consultants perform ward referrals as required.
This multi-disciplinary team consultants of consultants, senior nursing roles and cancer nurse specialists, all with dedicated and well-established clinics.
The trust has a well-established Local Skin MDT which is led by the dermatology department with active involvement of the maxillofacial team. The consultants run a monthly complex case clinical meeting outpatient session which allows discussion of more difficult cases.
There is a monthly departmental meeting where business includes service development, clinical governance and audit and to which the appointee will be expected to contribute.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will participate in the day to day running of the dermatology service and will also have every opportunity to participate in the management of the dermatology service.
This will involve the post holder in:-
- Provision of out-patient services for dermatology patients as per agreed job plan
- Further develop existing clinical protocols and pathways to maximise the efficiency and effectiveness of diagnosis and treatment minimising hospital attendance where appropriate
- Provision of a consultant-led inpatient referral service, providing advice for patients within general medical services in conjunction with the existing post holders, working with the junior medical staff to ensure optimum effective management of patients
- Take part in professional supervision and development of all the junior and middle grade doctors within the team including appraisal and personal development planning with his/her team
- Demonstrate commitment to, and participation in, clinical governance, risk management, clinical audit, appraisal and annual job planning process
- Promote effective communication within the department and with the wider hospital by regular liaison with specialist medical and service departments within the hospital
- The post holder will provide additional clinical administrative, supervisory, educational and training support for the day today functioning of the department. Active participation in the future development of the department and the hospital is essential.
About us
Tameside and Glossop Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust serves a community of 250,000 people across Tameside & Glossop. We provide a range of services both within the hospital and across our community for both adults and children.Our vision is to improve health outcomes for our population and influence wider determinants of health through collaboration with our health & care partners.
We have a clear set of values & behaviours which we expect all of our staff to demonstrate:
- Safety
- Care
- Respect
- Communication
- Learning
We believe that the best organisations are those that reflect the communities they serve. We are therefore seeking to improve the diversity of our workforce to make it truly representative of our local population.
We actively encourage applications irrespective of race, age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage & civil partnership, or pregnancy or maternity. Recognising those communities that are underrepresented within our workforce, we would particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian & minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+& Disabled people.
Benefits include; flexible working, 27-33 days annual leave plus bank holidays, sick pay, NHS Pension Scheme, free eye tests and health checks, gym discount, free bicycle loan scheme, salary sacrifice car scheme, support with stress, bereavement, relationships, finance, and much more.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job Summary
The consultant position is to join our thriving Dermatology service at Tameside and Glossop Integrated Care Foundation Trust. You will be responsible for a range of activities within the service including:
- Consultant-led clinics
- Operating Procedures
- Cancer Clinics
- Ward Reviews
- Advice and guidance for GPs
Currently we have 2 dermatology consultants:
- Dr L Gardner (Clinical Lead)
- Dr E Parry
We are supported currently by a locum team.
The post holder will be expected to participate in teaching and mentoring of junior medical staff, medical students and specialist nurses. Supervise the training of junior medical staff in the team in conjunction with the other physicians in the department. Participate in regular departmental audits. Participate in on call general medicine rota which will include weekend working. Currently the rota is 1 in 14 but this may reduce over the next year as part of developments taking place in medicine.
The Dermatology department is located within the Division of Medicine and Clinical Support, which comprises of the Emergency Department, the Acute Medical Unit, Intensive Care, the Coronary Care Unit, General Medicine whose sub specialties include; Diabetes/Endocrinology, Neurosciences, Cardiology, Gastroenterology, Rheumatology, Respiratory Medicine, Dermatology, Haematology.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job Summary
The consultant position is to join our thriving Dermatology service at Tameside and Glossop Integrated Care Foundation Trust. You will be responsible for a range of activities within the service including:
- Consultant-led clinics
- Operating Procedures
- Cancer Clinics
- Ward Reviews
- Advice and guidance for GPs
Currently we have 2 dermatology consultants:
- Dr L Gardner (Clinical Lead)
- Dr E Parry
We are supported currently by a locum team.
The post holder will be expected to participate in teaching and mentoring of junior medical staff, medical students and specialist nurses. Supervise the training of junior medical staff in the team in conjunction with the other physicians in the department. Participate in regular departmental audits. Participate in on call general medicine rota which will include weekend working. Currently the rota is 1 in 14 but this may reduce over the next year as part of developments taking place in medicine.
The Dermatology department is located within the Division of Medicine and Clinical Support, which comprises of the Emergency Department, the Acute Medical Unit, Intensive Care, the Coronary Care Unit, General Medicine whose sub specialties include; Diabetes/Endocrinology, Neurosciences, Cardiology, Gastroenterology, Rheumatology, Respiratory Medicine, Dermatology, Haematology.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MB
- MRCP or equivalent
- Previous accredited training in Dermatology Medicine
Desirable
- Past record of academic achievements,
- Publications
CCST and specialist registrati
Essential
- Certificate of Specialist Training or within 6 months of completion of training at time of interview. Must be on GMC Specialist Register to be eligible for consideration for Consultant appointment
Clinical experience
Essential
- Extensive experience in Dermatology
- Ability to provide expert clinical opinion across a wide range of problems within the specialist area of Dermatology
Management and admin
Essential
- Capable of organising and prioritising work effectively
- Able to plan and develop the service
- Willingness to participate in and lead a multidisciplinary team, balancing departmental and personal objectives
Academic achievements
Essential
- Ability to research outcomes in clinical practice.
- Familiarity within conducting clinical audit.
- Knowledge of using evidence base to support decision making
Personal attributes
Essential
- Experience in teaching junior medical staff.
Desirable
- Experience of teaching medical students
- Formal training in teaching skills
Other
Essential
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MB
- MRCP or equivalent
- Previous accredited training in Dermatology Medicine
Desirable
- Past record of academic achievements,
- Publications
CCST and specialist registrati
Essential
- Certificate of Specialist Training or within 6 months of completion of training at time of interview. Must be on GMC Specialist Register to be eligible for consideration for Consultant appointment
Clinical experience
Essential
- Extensive experience in Dermatology
- Ability to provide expert clinical opinion across a wide range of problems within the specialist area of Dermatology
Management and admin
Essential
- Capable of organising and prioritising work effectively
- Able to plan and develop the service
- Willingness to participate in and lead a multidisciplinary team, balancing departmental and personal objectives
Academic achievements
Essential
- Ability to research outcomes in clinical practice.
- Familiarity within conducting clinical audit.
- Knowledge of using evidence base to support decision making
Personal attributes
Essential
- Experience in teaching junior medical staff.
Desirable
- Experience of teaching medical students
- Formal training in teaching skills
Other
Essential
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).
