Job summary
Applicants are invited to apply for the full time post of Clinical Fellow in Dermatology at Charing Cross Hospital. We are looking for an ambitious and dedicated individual, who would form an integral part of the Dermatology Team. The post is aimed at IMT2s and the timetable is equivalent to that of an ST3 trainee in dermatology. The post provides an excellent opportunity to acquire general skills for those planning a career in dermatology, either via the Specialty Training route or via the CESR (Certificate of Eligibility for Specialist Registration) route.
This is a busy department, with outpatient activity including General Dermatology and Skin Cancer clinics; specialist clinics at the Charing Cross Hospital site include Hair, Eczema, Hidradenitis suppurativa, and Complex Skin Cancer. A complex Medical Dermatology clinic runs monthly (virtual).
This is a highly competitive post attracting a high volume of applications. Candidates must have GMC registration, NHS experience, IMT2 experience and thorough knowledge of Internal Medicine, Membership of the Royal College of Physicians (MRCP), and ability to demonstrate commitment to Dermatology as a specialty. Previous dermatology experience is desirable. A strong team-working ethic and flexibility are essential for the role.
Start date: 7th January 2025
Main duties of the job
The post-holder will perform clinical work under the supervision of the Consultant team. Clinical duties include conducting outpatient clinics; minor surgery; attendance at a weekly skin cancer MDT meeting / Teledermatology meeting. The acute workload can be busy and includes performing urgent reviews of referrals from outpatient specialties, A&E and inpatient wards, and participating in ward rounds.
About us
At Imperial College Healthcare you can achieve extraordinary things with extraordinary people, working with leading clinicians pushing boundaries in patient care. Become part of a vibrant team living our values - expert, kind, collaborative and aspirational. You'll get an experience like no other and will fast forward your career. Benefits include career development, flexible working and wellbeing, staff recognition scheme. Make use of optional benefits including Cycle to work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities.
We encourage staff to have the Covid vaccination to protect themselves, patients, other colleagues as well as the wider community. Please note it is an operational requirement to comply with infection prevention and control procedures within the Trust such as lateral flow testing, handwashing and the wearing of masks, according to the procedures in place at any time or location.
As part of our continued response to Covid19 we are still conducting the majority of our interviews virtually.
We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and will consider applications to work flexibly, part-time or job share. Please talk to us at interview.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post-holder will primarily be based at Charing Cross Hospital, but may be required to work at Hammersmith or St Marys Hospitals, depending on the needs of the service.
Duties include the following:
Clinical
Conduct outpatient clinics, under Consultant supervision
Perform minor skin surgery procedures
Attendance at weekly Skin Cancer MDT meeting / Teledermatology meeting
Participate in the day on-call rota, including managing referrals from GPs, outpatient specialties, A&E and inpatient specialties. On calls can be busy and effective time-management skills are required.
Participate in Consultant-led inpatient ward rounds
There may be a need to contribute to the cross-site out-of-hours on-call rota, depending on service need
Teaching
Deliver clinic-based teaching and tutorials to Imperial College undergraduates.
Management
Participate in audit and quality improvement projects.
Research
Participate in dermatology research projects.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post-holder will primarily be based at Charing Cross Hospital, but may be required to work at Hammersmith or St Marys Hospitals, depending on the needs of the service.
Duties include the following:
Clinical
Conduct outpatient clinics, under Consultant supervision
Perform minor skin surgery procedures
Attendance at weekly Skin Cancer MDT meeting / Teledermatology meeting
Participate in the day on-call rota, including managing referrals from GPs, outpatient specialties, A&E and inpatient specialties. On calls can be busy and effective time-management skills are required.
Participate in Consultant-led inpatient ward rounds
There may be a need to contribute to the cross-site out-of-hours on-call rota, depending on service need
Teaching
Deliver clinic-based teaching and tutorials to Imperial College undergraduates.
Management
Participate in audit and quality improvement projects.
Research
Participate in dermatology research projects.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- On GMC Register with license to practice
- Membership of the Royal College of Physician
Audit
Essential
- Understanding of principles of clinical audit.
- Demonstration of active participation of clinical audit.
Desirable
- Presentation/Publication of audits
Language
Essential
- Able to speak and write English to the appropriate standard necessary to fulfill the job requirements
Academic achievements
Essential
- Evidence of achievement appropriate to level of appointment at ICHNT
Desirable
- Academic publication in high impact journals.
Knowledge/skills
Essential
- Thorough knowledge and experience of Internal Medicine.
- Experience of working in the NHS.
- Basic knowledge of General Dermatology.
- Demonstration of commitment to the specialty of Dermatology.
- IT Skills and computer literacy.
Desirable
- Ability to perform skin biopsies
- Dermatology clinical experience
Teaching & Training
Essential
- Experience of teaching and training undergraduates/postgraduates and junior medical staff
Desirable
- Formal training in teaching skills
Leadership & Management skills
Essential
- Able to take responsibility, show leadership, make decisions, exert appropriate authority
Quality Improvement
Essential
- Demonstration of active participation in quality improvement projects.
Desirable
- Presentation/Publication of quality improvement projects.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- On GMC Register with license to practice
- Membership of the Royal College of Physician
Audit
Essential
- Understanding of principles of clinical audit.
- Demonstration of active participation of clinical audit.
Desirable
- Presentation/Publication of audits
Language
Essential
- Able to speak and write English to the appropriate standard necessary to fulfill the job requirements
Academic achievements
Essential
- Evidence of achievement appropriate to level of appointment at ICHNT
Desirable
- Academic publication in high impact journals.
Knowledge/skills
Essential
- Thorough knowledge and experience of Internal Medicine.
- Experience of working in the NHS.
- Basic knowledge of General Dermatology.
- Demonstration of commitment to the specialty of Dermatology.
- IT Skills and computer literacy.
Desirable
- Ability to perform skin biopsies
- Dermatology clinical experience
Teaching & Training
Essential
- Experience of teaching and training undergraduates/postgraduates and junior medical staff
Desirable
- Formal training in teaching skills
Leadership & Management skills
Essential
- Able to take responsibility, show leadership, make decisions, exert appropriate authority
Quality Improvement
Essential
- Demonstration of active participation in quality improvement projects.
Desirable
- Presentation/Publication of quality improvement projects.
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).
