Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Dermatology Department in Bradford NHS Teaching Hospital. We are looking for a dynamic specialist dermatologist to join a substantive post based at St Luke's Hospital site. The new post holder would be expected to provide a full range of care at the Secondary care level for Medical Dermatology and skin cancer patients including Paediatrics.
The successful candidate will have wide experience in medical dermatology and dermatological surgical skills to complement the current team providing regular Fast Track and outpatient's clinics, procedure lists and MDT attendance.
The position comprises 10 PAs and cover for urgent inpatient referrals and GP queries in working hours is also anticipated, but there is no formal out of hours cover required for this post on a regular basis. There will also support for the Airedale Hospital Telemedicine Service built into the job plan.
We can offer agile and remote working options to support the successful candidate on discussion, there are opportunities for this post to become substantive and for specialisation in the candidate's field of interest and to support services within the unit.
Applicants will be expected to be Members of the Royal College of Physicians or have equivalent experience and training and must be fully registered and licensed to practice with the General Medical Council.
Main duties of the job
- To provide outpatient clinic and procedure lists for inflammatory skin disease and skin cancer patients in the adult and paediatric population
- To be an active member of the skin cancer multidisciplinary team, with regular attendance at the alternate week MDT meetings
- To provide support, training and governance to nurses and any junior medical staff in the team. Support for local GPSI , GPs in training and students from regional hospitals is also anticipated
- To provide a comprehensive Dermatology service, in collaboration with other Dermatologists, including inpatient care and referrals, outpatient referrals and treatment and telephone or electronic advice and guidance to local GPs
- Active participation in clinical audit, continuing professional development and research as appropriate. There is access to a study leave budget for appropriate CPD activities. The post holder will be expected to contribute to the Trust and CBU Clinical Governance processes including the dedicated monthly half days. Compliance with annual appraisal and revalidation programme is required
- Contribute to the development and maintenance of clinical protocol
- Work flexibly with colleagues to achieve the hospital's agreed planned activity for Dermatology out-patient services
About us
Our People Charter outlines the behaviours we can expect from one another and what you can expect from Bradford Teaching Hospitals Foundation Trust:
- We value people
- We are one team
- We care
We're keen to meet people who share these values and are passionate about delivering the highest quality of care to our patients.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The duties outlined below are not definitive and may be changed in accordance with the needs of the service. The post holder will be expected to undertake the following duties:
- To provide outpatient clinic and procedure lists for inflammatory skin disease and skin cancer patients in the adult and paediatric population.
- To be an active member of the skin cancer multidisciplinary team, with regular attendance at the alternate week MDT meetings
- To provide support, training and governance to nurses and any junior medical staff in the team. Support for local GPSI , GPs in training and students from regional hospitals is also anticipated
- To provide a comprehensive Dermatology service, in collaboration with other Dermatologists, including inpatient care and referrals, outpatient referrals and treatment and telephone or electronic advice and guidance to local GPs
- Active participation in clinical audit, continuing professional development and research as appropriate. There is access to a study leave budget for appropriate CPD activities. The post holder will be expected to contribute to the Trust and CBU Clinical Governance processes including the dedicated monthly half days. Compliance with annual appraisal and revalidation programme is required
- Contribute to the development and maintenance of clinical protocol
- Work flexibly with colleagues to achieve the hospitals agreed planned activity for Dermatology out-patient services
- To work with BTFHT and community colleagues to develop integrated services for Dermatology patients in the region
- To work with colleagues to promote the collective aims of the Clinical Business Unit and the Trust
- To be aware of managerial and budgetary considerations, work within these constraints and assume responsibilities where appropriate. To recognise his/her responsibility towards achieving the Trusts targets and patient rights. To ensure that all patients get treated equally, fairly and as quickly and effectively as possible, escalating concerns should this not be the case
- Any personal clinical or research interests to be discussed with the team to encourage development of these activities if appropriate
- Ensure that new techniques (outside ethically approved research projects) are only introduced after appropriate training, with approval of the relevant clinical directorates and with arrangements for evaluation and an audit trail.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The duties outlined below are not definitive and may be changed in accordance with the needs of the service. The post holder will be expected to undertake the following duties:
- To provide outpatient clinic and procedure lists for inflammatory skin disease and skin cancer patients in the adult and paediatric population.
- To be an active member of the skin cancer multidisciplinary team, with regular attendance at the alternate week MDT meetings
- To provide support, training and governance to nurses and any junior medical staff in the team. Support for local GPSI , GPs in training and students from regional hospitals is also anticipated
- To provide a comprehensive Dermatology service, in collaboration with other Dermatologists, including inpatient care and referrals, outpatient referrals and treatment and telephone or electronic advice and guidance to local GPs
- Active participation in clinical audit, continuing professional development and research as appropriate. There is access to a study leave budget for appropriate CPD activities. The post holder will be expected to contribute to the Trust and CBU Clinical Governance processes including the dedicated monthly half days. Compliance with annual appraisal and revalidation programme is required
- Contribute to the development and maintenance of clinical protocol
- Work flexibly with colleagues to achieve the hospitals agreed planned activity for Dermatology out-patient services
- To work with BTFHT and community colleagues to develop integrated services for Dermatology patients in the region
- To work with colleagues to promote the collective aims of the Clinical Business Unit and the Trust
- To be aware of managerial and budgetary considerations, work within these constraints and assume responsibilities where appropriate. To recognise his/her responsibility towards achieving the Trusts targets and patient rights. To ensure that all patients get treated equally, fairly and as quickly and effectively as possible, escalating concerns should this not be the case
- Any personal clinical or research interests to be discussed with the team to encourage development of these activities if appropriate
- Ensure that new techniques (outside ethically approved research projects) are only introduced after appropriate training, with approval of the relevant clinical directorates and with arrangements for evaluation and an audit trail.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- A high level of clinical experience and competence in all aspects of the specialty
- Clinical governance / audit experience
- Experience in making clinical decisions and managing risk
- Shall have completed a minimum of 12 years' medical work (either continuous period or in aggregate) since obtaining a primary medical qualification of which a minimum of six years should have been in a relevant specialty in the Specialty Doctor and/or closed SAS grades. Equivalent years' experience in a relevant specialty from other medical grades including from overseas will also be accepted.
Skills
Essential
- Proven ability to work in different clinical settings
- Clear communication skills
Desirable
- Interest in teaching and management
Knowledge
Essential
- Acute care safe - up to date ALS
- Understanding of Information Governance and Confidentiality
Desirable
- Specialist Knowledge Exam
- ALS Instructors Certificate
Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
- Eligible for full registration with the GMC at time of appointment and hold a licence to practise
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- A high level of clinical experience and competence in all aspects of the specialty
- Clinical governance / audit experience
- Experience in making clinical decisions and managing risk
- Shall have completed a minimum of 12 years' medical work (either continuous period or in aggregate) since obtaining a primary medical qualification of which a minimum of six years should have been in a relevant specialty in the Specialty Doctor and/or closed SAS grades. Equivalent years' experience in a relevant specialty from other medical grades including from overseas will also be accepted.
Skills
Essential
- Proven ability to work in different clinical settings
- Clear communication skills
Desirable
- Interest in teaching and management
Knowledge
Essential
- Acute care safe - up to date ALS
- Understanding of Information Governance and Confidentiality
Desirable
- Specialist Knowledge Exam
- ALS Instructors Certificate
Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
- Eligible for full registration with the GMC at time of appointment and hold a licence to practise
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).
