Job summary
The Dermatology department at Mid Yorkshire
Teaching NHS Trust (MYTT) comprises medical, nursing and admin staff over three
sites at Dewsbury Hospital, Pinderfields Hospital, and Pontefract General
Infirmary. The successful applicant will
join the existing consultants to form a team of 5 Consultant Dermatologists, 1
Clinical Assistant and 2 Specialty Doctors.
The CNS team have Specialist skills in Cancer and skin surgery,
prescribing and biologic monitoring.
The MYTT is part of the Yorkshire Cancer
Network. MY is the central base for the
regional Burns Unit, with whom Dermatology has developed close liaison with the
Plastic Surgeons. Our excellent facilities provide well equipped clinic rooms,
operating theatres, treatment rooms, phototherapy and photodynamic
therapy. The Skin Cancer IOG
requirements are in keeping with national standards with regular local and
specialist multidisciplinary team meetings.
The Trust is an active participant in the West Yorkshire Cancer
Alliance.
Main duties of the job
Provision
of care to patients in the Dermatology departments
Referral
of patients to other specialities as appropriate
In
conjunction with senior colleagues to have responsibility for ward referrals on
a rota basis
Out-patient
activities/clinics dependent on the needs of patients
Minor
surgery to include biopsies, curettage and excisions with direct closure
Involvement
in relevant multi-disciplinary teams and meetings
Involvement
in relevant administration duties
Teaching
and supervision of junior medical staff and other clinicians as appropriate
Active
involvement in audit and clinical governance including service improvement
activities
About us
We are an acute trust caring for over half a million people in Wakefield and Kirklees. Our 10,000 staff work in patients homes, the community, and our three hospitals in Pontefract, Dewsbury, and Pinderfields (Wakefield). We prioritise our people and values so we can deliver the best possible care to patients. Our team is friendly, passionate, and innovative, always seeking better ways to work.
We support work-life balance and foster a diverse, inclusive environment where everyone belongs. Our staff networks offer safe spaces to share ideas and concerns so we can increase awareness and appreciation of equality, diversity, and inclusion. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and especially encourage members of the LGBTQ+ community, ethnic minority groups, and people with disabilities or neurodivergence to apply, as they are currently underrepresented in the Trust.
If you value caring, high standards, improvement, and respect, join the MY team to make a difference every day.
Application guidance: We understand that more applicants are using AI technology to help with their applications. While these tools can be useful, they cannot fully capture your skills, knowledge, and experience. Its important that you personalise your application. Relying solely on AI is not recommended, as it may reduce your chances of success. Our screening process is thorough, so if you have used AI, please make sure to disclose this on your application form.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This post is offered on a full time (10 PA) basis although less than full
time applications will be considered.
Duties will be based across all of our sites, Wakefield (Pinderfields),
Dewsbury and Pontefract.
The main duties of the post will include:
Provision
of care to patients in the Dermatology departments
Referral
of patients to other specialities as appropriate
In
conjunction with senior colleagues to have responsibility for ward referrals on
a rota basis
Out-patient
activities/clinics dependent on the needs of patients
Minor
surgery to include biopsies, curettage and excisions with direct closure
Involvement
in relevant multi-disciplinary teams and meetings
Involvement
in relevant administration duties
Teaching
and supervision of junior medical staff and other clinicians as appropriate
Active
involvement in audit and clinical governance including service improvement
activities
Job description
Job responsibilities
This post is offered on a full time (10 PA) basis although less than full
time applications will be considered.
Duties will be based across all of our sites, Wakefield (Pinderfields),
Dewsbury and Pontefract.
The main duties of the post will include:
Provision
of care to patients in the Dermatology departments
Referral
of patients to other specialities as appropriate
In
conjunction with senior colleagues to have responsibility for ward referrals on
a rota basis
Out-patient
activities/clinics dependent on the needs of patients
Minor
surgery to include biopsies, curettage and excisions with direct closure
Involvement
in relevant multi-disciplinary teams and meetings
Involvement
in relevant administration duties
Teaching
and supervision of junior medical staff and other clinicians as appropriate
Active
involvement in audit and clinical governance including service improvement
activities
Person Specification
Experience
Desirable
- Computer literate
- Specific educational interests and evidence of educational ideas or project work.
Experience
Desirable
- Computer literate
- Specific educational interests and evidence of educational ideas or project work.
Qualifications
Essential
- Medical Degree from recognised medical school
- MRCP or equivalent
Desirable
- Medical School Prizes
- Audit or Case Presentations
- Teaching qualification/ prize
Management Skills
Essential
- Demonstrates intelligent and analytical approach to problem solving.
- Good time management.
Desirable
- Possess good organisational and personal management skills
GMC Registration
Essential
- Please state full GMC number
- Full GMC Registration with licence to practise
- Inclusion on the GMC Specialist Register for Dermatology or within 6 months of obtaining CCT (or CESR / equivalent)
Person Specification
Experience
Desirable
- Computer literate
- Specific educational interests and evidence of educational ideas or project work.
Experience
Desirable
- Computer literate
- Specific educational interests and evidence of educational ideas or project work.
Qualifications
Essential
- Medical Degree from recognised medical school
- MRCP or equivalent
Desirable
- Medical School Prizes
- Audit or Case Presentations
- Teaching qualification/ prize
Management Skills
Essential
- Demonstrates intelligent and analytical approach to problem solving.
- Good time management.
Desirable
- Possess good organisational and personal management skills
GMC Registration
Essential
- Please state full GMC number
- Full GMC Registration with licence to practise
- Inclusion on the GMC Specialist Register for Dermatology or within 6 months of obtaining CCT (or CESR / equivalent)
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).
