Job summary
We are looking for a Consultant Dermatologist to join our dermatology department to work between our Basildon and Broomfield Hospital sites on a permanent part time basis.
The Dermatology department has a high throughput of patients. We typically see 15000 new patients and 21000 follow up cases per year. In addition there were over 12000 attendances for phototherapy last year and 400 patients underwent patch testing.
Clinics are 4 hours, with 3.5 hours of patient consultations and 30 minutes immediate clinic administration. Clinic templates vary with clinic type and supervision of other doctors but typically 14 patients 6 news, 8 follow up patients.
1 hour per clinic is also job-planned for subsequent clinic administration. Clinics at non-base sites are reduced to allow for travel time.
Main duties of the job
We are looking for dynamic colleagues with enthusiasm and leadership qualities. You should be able to lead a multidisciplinary team.
The Department of Dermatology provides a broad range of diagnostic and therapeutic services, and has a reputation for developing a positive and creative working environment.
We typically see 5000 new patients and 7000 follow up cases per year. In addition there were over 5,500 attendances for phototherapy last year and 200 patients underwent patch testing.
On call commitments for dermatology are 1 in 5. There is no out of hours consultant cover requirement.We are based in a recently modernised site, with excellent links to community services. Broomfield Hospital also has strong links with Anglia Ruskin university's Science campus and London-based research and educational networks.
You are required to be in possession of your MRCP, licensed and fully registered with the GMC and be on the specialist register for dermatology or within 6 months of achieving this.
About us
Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust is now one of the largest in the country, with a workforce of approximately 15,000 who serve a population of 1.2 million people.
We work together, and in conjunction with MSE Health and Care Partnership, to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and wellbeing of our patients in a compassionate way, and provide a respectful, but vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.
From facilities through to consultant specialists we want to be the best, to achieve this we need to recruit not just those who are the finest in their field but also those who have the potential to be. Yes, experience is important but so is outlook - if you are dynamic, forward-thinking and enthusiastic we want you to join us.
We not only offer you a good working environment with flexible working opportunities, but also the opportunity to develop your career with access to appropriate training for your job and the support to succeed and progress.
If you join the MSE team you may be working at one of or across our three main sites:
- Broomfield Hospital in Chelmsford
- Basildon and Thurrock Hospital
- Southend Hospital
So, whether you're looking for an entry level, apprentice role or your next exciting and fulfilling challenge within the NHSbrowse our vacanciesto find the right role for you and start building your career with MSE today.
Job description
Job responsibilities
We look forward to your application.
Please refer to attached Job Description for full list of responsibilities but are summarised below:
The Clinical Director and General Manager are responsible for the review of the job plan in conjunction with the post-holder. The job plan for the first three months will be based on the provisional timetable shown below.
A formal job plan will be agreed with the appointee and their Clinical Director, on behalf of the Medical Director, three months after the commencement date of the appointee. This will be signed by the Chief Executive and will then be reviewed annually, following an Appraisal Meeting.
It is expected that the job planning process will be approached with professionalism, honesty and transparency.
Weekly Timetable:
The changing nature of the contracting process makes it essential that all consultants have a flexible approach to working arrangements which may include innovative working patterns, including 7 day working in the future. The job plan will be reviewed at a 3, 6 and 12 monthly interval following initial appointment.
Job description
Job responsibilities
We look forward to your application.
Please refer to attached Job Description for full list of responsibilities but are summarised below:
The Clinical Director and General Manager are responsible for the review of the job plan in conjunction with the post-holder. The job plan for the first three months will be based on the provisional timetable shown below.
A formal job plan will be agreed with the appointee and their Clinical Director, on behalf of the Medical Director, three months after the commencement date of the appointee. This will be signed by the Chief Executive and will then be reviewed annually, following an Appraisal Meeting.
It is expected that the job planning process will be approached with professionalism, honesty and transparency.
Weekly Timetable:
The changing nature of the contracting process makes it essential that all consultants have a flexible approach to working arrangements which may include innovative working patterns, including 7 day working in the future. The job plan will be reviewed at a 3, 6 and 12 monthly interval following initial appointment.
Person Specification
Professional Experience
Essential
- CCST/CCT in Dermatology/Registration on GMC Specialist Register/within three months of achieving CCST/CCT at the time of interview.
Communication
Essential
- Competent in all relevant IT packages, including Microsoft and patient administration systems and PACS.
Audit and Clinical Governance
Essential
- Interest in, and knowledge of, medical audit and understands the principles of evidence based audit.
- An understanding of the principles of Clinical Governance.
Desirable
- Evidence of audit participation
Education
Essential
- Interest in, and knowledge of, advances in medical education and training and ability to operate within a teaching/training culture.
Desirable
- Shows scientific approach to problem solving.
Management Ability
Essential
- Commitment to effective departmental management and management of a multi-disciplinary group.
Registration
Essential
- Full Registration with the General Medical Council
Qualifications
Essential
Desirable
- Further post-graduate qualification such as PHD/MD
- ATLS certificate
Person Specification
Professional Experience
Essential
- CCST/CCT in Dermatology/Registration on GMC Specialist Register/within three months of achieving CCST/CCT at the time of interview.
Communication
Essential
- Competent in all relevant IT packages, including Microsoft and patient administration systems and PACS.
Audit and Clinical Governance
Essential
- Interest in, and knowledge of, medical audit and understands the principles of evidence based audit.
- An understanding of the principles of Clinical Governance.
Desirable
- Evidence of audit participation
Education
Essential
- Interest in, and knowledge of, advances in medical education and training and ability to operate within a teaching/training culture.
Desirable
- Shows scientific approach to problem solving.
Management Ability
Essential
- Commitment to effective departmental management and management of a multi-disciplinary group.
Registration
Essential
- Full Registration with the General Medical Council
Qualifications
Essential
Desirable
- Further post-graduate qualification such as PHD/MD
- ATLS certificate
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).
