West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

Consultant - Dermatologist

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Job summary

We are seeking an enthusiastic Consultant Dermatologist to join our Dermatology Team. This is a 10 PA post full time post but any part time post will be consideredThe successful candidate will join an established team of 19 Consultants. There is support from 1 Associate Specialist, 4 Specialty doctors and specialist dermatology nurses including 2 skin cancer specialist nurses and 2 paediatric specialist dermatology nurses.The department also has 1 SPR, 3clinical fellows and 1 VTS trainee. Services available include day case surgery, paediatric dermatology, phototherapy, photodynamic therapy, patch testing and iontophoresis.Specialist clinics include joint Leg Ulcer, Vulval and Male Genital Dermatoses, hair and skin of colour. We have an outreach Plastic Surgery service from the Royal Free Hospital.The post-holder will work with colleagues to support and develop Dermatology services for the local population.You will be based across at no more than 2 hospital sites within the trust which include Watford General, Hemel Hempstead and St Albans City Hospitals.

Please note: Job Description yet to get Royal College Approval

Main duties of the job

The main duties of the post will be general dermatology and skin cancer clinics, minor surgical sessions, teledermatology sessions and attendance at our skin cancer MDT meetings. Development of a specialist interest that complements the department will be encouraged.

About us

With a new hospital planned for Watford and work underway to update theatres at St Albans City Hospital, this is an exciting time to join us.

We are building on the success of our award-winning virtual hospital and re-imaging models of care, working ever more closely with partners and making the most of advances in digital healthcare.

Staff wellbeing and development are a priority at West Herts Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust, as is the role of innovation in improving clinical care, outcomes and patient experience.

We are a flexible working employer

At West Herts we recognise the importance of a good work life balance and the ability to work flexibly. We are delighted to offer a variety of flexible working options for all staff. Please check out our web page for more information.

https://www.westhertshospitals.nhs.uk/flexibleworking/

We encourage and welcome people with disabilities. If you need help, please ask.

We reserve the right to close this advert early due to the volume of applicants. Please apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

If you do not hear back within 3 weeks of your application, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.

We strive to live by Empowered, Compassionate, Professional & Inclusive our trust values and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging.

Details

Date posted

29 November 2024

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Consultant

Salary

£105,504 to £139,882 a year London Fringe £149 per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

360-A-7040

Job locations

Watford General Hospital

Vicarage Road

Watford

WD18 0HB


Job description

Job responsibilities

The Consultant appointed will have continuing responsibility for the care of patients in his/her charge. He/she will also undertake the administrative duties associated with the care of his/her patients. He/she should have ability to work within our large team of consultants, junior doctor, nurses and administrative staff. He/she will be mentored by a senior consultant dermatologist. There will be no on call commitments.

Management of the Dermatology Department is under the direction of Kylie Beattie Dermatology Service Manager

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Consultant appointed will have continuing responsibility for the care of patients in his/her charge. He/she will also undertake the administrative duties associated with the care of his/her patients. He/she should have ability to work within our large team of consultants, junior doctor, nurses and administrative staff. He/she will be mentored by a senior consultant dermatologist. There will be no on call commitments.

Management of the Dermatology Department is under the direction of Kylie Beattie Dermatology Service Manager

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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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).

Employer details

Employer name

West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Watford General Hospital

Vicarage Road

Watford

WD18 0HB


Employer's website

http://www.westhertshospitals.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Watford General Hospital

Vicarage Road

Watford

WD18 0HB


Employer's website

http://www.westhertshospitals.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Consultant Dermatology

Dr Kapila Batta

kbatta@nhs.net

01923217139

Details

Date posted

29 November 2024

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Consultant

Salary

£105,504 to £139,882 a year London Fringe £149 per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

360-A-7040

Job locations

Watford General Hospital

Vicarage Road

Watford

WD18 0HB


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