Job summary
Consultant Dermatologist
Applications are invited for the post of consultant dermatologist to work with an established team of seven consultants within the dermatology directorate. The appointee will have clinical responsibilities at The James Cook University Hospital, Middlesbrough and University Hospital North Tees, Stockton-On-Tees. Applicants should be suitably qualified and experienced in Dermatology. The post is advertised on 10 sessions per week but consideration would be given to those wishing to work fewer sessions.
There will be opportunity to develop a subspecialty interest according to individual expertise.
The department of dermatology provides a hub and spoke service, with hub being The James Cook site at Middlesbrough and the spoke services being at University Hospital North Tees, University Hospital Hartlepool, The Friarage, Northallerton, and One Life Centre, Linthorpe road Middlesbrough.
There is a full range of outpatient services for patients both within the community service and secondary care service. This provides a range of inflammatory and malignant skin disorders and access to inpatient care.
The department serves a population of 720,000, covering the Tees Valley and the contiguous parts of South Durham and North Yorkshire.
Specialist services include; Paediatric dermatology, Geno-dermatoses clinics, joint vulval/gynaecology clinics, laser, patch testing, photodynamic therapy, and complex medical dermatology clinics.
Main duties of the job
Maintaining the highest clinical standards in the practice of dermatology.
Clinical / on-call responsibilities;
- Undertake responsibilities which relate to agreed special interests
- Cover for colleagues' annual leave and other authorised absences
- Provide professional supervision and management of junior medical staff
- Be actively involved in the management of the department including attendance at monthly directorate and senior dermatologists' meetings.
- Take part in annual appraisals (mandatory for all consultants) and revalidation. Appropriate time and assistance will be provided for preparation.
- Active involvement in audit
- Involvement in research - the department is actively engaged in several CLRN research projects.
- The Trust supports requirements for continuing professional development as laid down by the Royal Colleges and is committed to providing time and financial support for these activities.
- Support the undergraduate and postgraduate teaching commitments of the department
- Any other appropriate duties which may be required
Applicants should possess full GMC registration, MRCP (or equivalent). Relevant CCT or equivalent ('equivalence' must be confirmed by PMETB/GMC by date of AAC). Entry onto the GMC Specialist Register or eligibility for entry within 6 months of the date of the AAC.
Candidates with application for CCT via CESR awaiting outcome can apply although they should demonstrate a positive outcome for a substantive job offer.
About us
The Trust is one of the largest Foundation Trusts in England. Working in the North East offers an excellent quality of life. This area boasts great transport links with easy access to a beautiful coastline/countryside and a great range of local amenities.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the full job description and person specification document(s) for main responsibilities of the role, working for our unit and organisation.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the full job description and person specification document(s) for main responsibilities of the role, working for our unit and organisation.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Full GMC registration with a licence to practice
- MRCP or equivalent Specialist qualification
- Relevant CCT or equivalent ('equivalence' must be confirmed by PMETB/GMC by date of AAC)
- Entry onto the GMC Specialist register or eligibility for entry within 6 months of the date of the AAC
Desirable
- Training in appraisal techniques
Experience
Essential
- Wide general Dermatology and Skin cancer experience
- Evidence of clinical audit
- Experience of supervising junior medical staff
Desirable
- Evidence of research or innovative service development
- Evidence of management and administration experience/management training
- Success in obtaining funding for research
- Teaching skills/experience
Other skills
Essential
- Good leadership, organisational and management skills
- Effective communication skills; supportive
- Enthusiasm and ability to work under pressure
- Evidence of working within an MDT
- Commitment to good teamworking and relationships
- Commitment to training and continuing medical education (CME)
- Clear recognition of boundaries in respect of sessional work outside the hospital
Desirable
- IT skills
- Experience in counselling
- Experience in team working
- Ability to travel independently
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Full GMC registration with a licence to practice
- MRCP or equivalent Specialist qualification
- Relevant CCT or equivalent ('equivalence' must be confirmed by PMETB/GMC by date of AAC)
- Entry onto the GMC Specialist register or eligibility for entry within 6 months of the date of the AAC
Desirable
- Training in appraisal techniques
Experience
Essential
- Wide general Dermatology and Skin cancer experience
- Evidence of clinical audit
- Experience of supervising junior medical staff
Desirable
- Evidence of research or innovative service development
- Evidence of management and administration experience/management training
- Success in obtaining funding for research
- Teaching skills/experience
Other skills
Essential
- Good leadership, organisational and management skills
- Effective communication skills; supportive
- Enthusiasm and ability to work under pressure
- Evidence of working within an MDT
- Commitment to good teamworking and relationships
- Commitment to training and continuing medical education (CME)
- Clear recognition of boundaries in respect of sessional work outside the hospital
Desirable
- IT skills
- Experience in counselling
- Experience in team working
- Ability to travel independently
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).
