Job summary
Consultant Dermatologist
York Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
We are looking to invite applicants to join our dynamic Dermatology team at York Hospital.
Applications are invited for dermatologists to join our current team of 10 Consultants. The Trust provides a full range of general dermatology services. There are two dedicated dermatological theatres and facilities for PDT, phototherapy and patch testing. Day case theatres for complex surgical procedures are available.
The department employs a team of specialist nurses providing dermatological surgery, skin cancer clinics and chronic inflammatory disease management.
The department is also supported by an associate specialist, 2 Specialty Registrars, 3 GPVTS Trainees, a physician's assistant and is in the process of recruiting advanced nurse practitioners in skin cancer.
There are close links with other specialties, such as Maxillofacial surgery, Plastic surgery and Rheumatology.
The dermatology team is active in research with several, on-going industry-sponsored and in-house research projects supported by research nurses.Whilst this is a general dermatology post successful candidates would be encouraged to develop a special interest.
Posts would include undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and participation in the daytime on call rota.
Main duties of the job
The post will be based at York Hospital however flexible job plans to suit applicants can be discussed and may include working at one of our peripheral hospitals. We currently cover dermatology services in York, Scarborough, Malton and Selby, to support our services consultants are expected to work cross site.
Candidates must have a higher medical qualification (MRCP or equivalent), be on the GMC Specialist Register for Dermatologists, or be within six months of obtaining their CCT, CESR, or European Community Rights at the time of interview. A familiarity with issues of service organisation and development would be particularly advantageous.
Successful candidates would be encouraged to develop a special interest that would support the department. There is an expectation that the post will include participation in the daytime on call cover which is supported by our two specialty trainees. Posts would include undergraduate and postgraduate teaching; the department has close links with Hull and York Medical School (HYMS) offering interested candidate's opportunities for extended undergraduate teaching or the development of roles within the medical school.
About us
York & Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides a comprehensive range of acute hospital, community and specialist healthcare services for approximately 800,000 people living in and around York, North Yorkshire, Northeast Yorkshire and Ryedale - an area covering 3,400 square miles, and which includes Scarborough and Bridlington.
Our mission is to be a valued and trusted partner within our care system, delivering safe effective care to the population we serve.
We're situated in a fantastic part of the country: home to two national parks, a beautiful coastline, and the city of York, which is consistently voted one of the best to live in the UK.
It's our privilege to be the largest provider of healthcare in the region and we are incredibly proud of our 8,500 staff, working across 9 hospital sites, supporting safe, high-quality patient-centred care on a day-to-day basis.
We hope to hear from you soon!
Job description
Job responsibilities
For more information, please see the job description attached
Armed Forces Friendly Employer
We are holders of the Gold Award from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, which is helping actively promote SaBRE - Supporting Britains Reservists and Employers. This means that York Teaching Hospital has provided its statement of intent to support all Defence personnel and we welcome their application to work for us.
Disability Confident and Mindful Employer
The Trust is committed to meeting the needs of employees and applicants with a disability or mental health condition. Our support for these schemes includes encouraging applications from people who are disabled or have a mental health condition, offering adjustments to make our application process accessible.
COVID-19 Vaccination Requirements
As you may have contact with vulnerable service users in the course of your role with us, Covid-19 full vaccination is a condition of youremployment, unless an exemption applies. We will therefore seek proof of you being fully vaccinated during the recruitment process. You can prove that you are fully vaccinated against Covid-19 by providing us with an NHS Covid-19 pass, an EU Digital COVID Certificate, the Centres for Disease Control and Prevention vaccination card or a certificate in English issued by the competent health authority which contains your full name, date of birth, the name and manufacturer of the vaccine that you received, the date that you received each dose of the vaccine and details of either the identity of the issuer of the certificate or the country of vaccination, or both.
You can find more information on how to obtain an NHS Covid-19 pass by clicking on this link- https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/coronavirus-covid-19/covid-pass
Job description
Job responsibilities
For more information, please see the job description attached
Armed Forces Friendly Employer
We are holders of the Gold Award from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, which is helping actively promote SaBRE - Supporting Britains Reservists and Employers. This means that York Teaching Hospital has provided its statement of intent to support all Defence personnel and we welcome their application to work for us.
Disability Confident and Mindful Employer
The Trust is committed to meeting the needs of employees and applicants with a disability or mental health condition. Our support for these schemes includes encouraging applications from people who are disabled or have a mental health condition, offering adjustments to make our application process accessible.
COVID-19 Vaccination Requirements
As you may have contact with vulnerable service users in the course of your role with us, Covid-19 full vaccination is a condition of youremployment, unless an exemption applies. We will therefore seek proof of you being fully vaccinated during the recruitment process. You can prove that you are fully vaccinated against Covid-19 by providing us with an NHS Covid-19 pass, an EU Digital COVID Certificate, the Centres for Disease Control and Prevention vaccination card or a certificate in English issued by the competent health authority which contains your full name, date of birth, the name and manufacturer of the vaccine that you received, the date that you received each dose of the vaccine and details of either the identity of the issuer of the certificate or the country of vaccination, or both.
You can find more information on how to obtain an NHS Covid-19 pass by clicking on this link- https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/coronavirus-covid-19/covid-pass
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Entry on Specialist register or within 6 months of completing a training programme recognised for the award of CCT or equivalent in Dermatology
- Hold a Medical qualification
- Registered with the General Medical Council and hold a license to practise
- Has an appropriate higher medical qualification
Desirable
- Evidence of relevant research
- Previous experience working in Dermatology in the NHS
Skills and Experience
Essential
- Experience of teaching undergraduate and post graduate trainees
- Ability to demonstrate clinical experience and skill in Dermatology
- Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team
- Experience of undertaking audits and presenting their findings
Desirable
- Experience of supervising SpRs/specialist trainees
- Experience of working in or setting up a clinical decision unit service
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Entry on Specialist register or within 6 months of completing a training programme recognised for the award of CCT or equivalent in Dermatology
- Hold a Medical qualification
- Registered with the General Medical Council and hold a license to practise
- Has an appropriate higher medical qualification
Desirable
- Evidence of relevant research
- Previous experience working in Dermatology in the NHS
Skills and Experience
Essential
- Experience of teaching undergraduate and post graduate trainees
- Ability to demonstrate clinical experience and skill in Dermatology
- Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team
- Experience of undertaking audits and presenting their findings
Desirable
- Experience of supervising SpRs/specialist trainees
- Experience of working in or setting up a clinical decision unit service
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
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).
