Job summary
Could this be you? The individual to complement our existing team of highly skilled dermatology professionals?
We are looking for a Consultant Dermatologist to work across both sites with the teams to support the redesign and transformation of the dermatology service to ensure an integrated community service across Suffolk and North Essex.
We are keen to attract people who are interested in developing and supporting other staff through the Specialist Doctor Development Programme and the Nurse Practitioner Trainees as well as developing General Practitioners to undertake hospital/community sessions.
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Main duties of the job
- Take and share the consultant clinical responsibilities within the department. The precise allocation of session time will be agreed with consultant colleagues, but it is envisaged that there will be 1 OPD operating procedure sessions and 4 OPD sessions per week
- Share in the rota of consultant cover for emergency work (in working hours only for ward emergency reviews), and provide cover for colleagues during leave and other authorised absences
- Supervise nurse-led clinics within the department
- Providing management advice for GPs where appropriate
The consultant job plan will be based on a 10 PA contract. This will be built with 8.0 DCC and 2.0 SPA. Within this, 5 PA out of the 8 PA are spent doing procedure or clinic sessions, 0.5 PA MDT and 2 PA doing DCC (clinical admin work, ward rounds and supervising others doing work). Options for part time work are available and will be discussed on an individual basis
About us
East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust formed on 1 July 2018 is one of the largest NHS organisations in the region, employing over 10,000 staff and serving a population of almost 800,000 residents. By merging Colchester and Ipswich hospitals, we can provide the latest treatments locally, and be in a stronger position to save, grow and strengthen the many hospital and community services our residents rely on
We are an ambitious trust with a simple vision, to provide the communities we serve with excellent healthcare and build a better future for the people of East Suffolk and North Essex. To help us do this, we will work closely with our local partners to deliver more of the joined-up services and care our residents need.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Dermatology Department spans across both hospital sites, in Ipswich we have a dedicated area of the hospital, with 8 clinic rooms, 2 minor operating theatres and consultant office space. There is an additional separate area for patch testing, phototherapy and PDT. The unit has its own dedicated administrative, medical and nursing staff. Following the allocation of £69m Capital Funds to ESNEFT, there are plans to relocate the unit to a more central and modern area of the hospital site as part of the Trusts Estates Strategy. In Colchester following the successful bid to deliver the service we are running services from the newly redesigned Primary Care Centre.
Our Dermatology team is part of the MSK and Specialist Surgery Division and is proud of its aspirant and encouraging atmosphere. The team has particularly excellent results in skin cancer outcomes, working alongside an acclaimed Oncology department.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Dermatology Department spans across both hospital sites, in Ipswich we have a dedicated area of the hospital, with 8 clinic rooms, 2 minor operating theatres and consultant office space. There is an additional separate area for patch testing, phototherapy and PDT. The unit has its own dedicated administrative, medical and nursing staff. Following the allocation of £69m Capital Funds to ESNEFT, there are plans to relocate the unit to a more central and modern area of the hospital site as part of the Trusts Estates Strategy. In Colchester following the successful bid to deliver the service we are running services from the newly redesigned Primary Care Centre.
Our Dermatology team is part of the MSK and Specialist Surgery Division and is proud of its aspirant and encouraging atmosphere. The team has particularly excellent results in skin cancer outcomes, working alongside an acclaimed Oncology department.
Person Specification
Education, Qualifications and Special Training
Essential
- Entry on the GMC specialist register in Dermatology or be eligible for entry (within six months of attaining Certificate of Completion of Specialist Training) at the time of interview
- MRCP or equivalent
- Full GMC registration
- 1-2 years of NHS experience
Desirable
Knowledge & Skills
Essential
- Broad knowledge and experience of medical and surgical dermatology including management of acute dermatoses
Desirable
- A particular interest and expertise in skin cancer diagnosis and treatment
Experience
Essential
- Clinical training and experience equivalent to that required for gaining UK CCST in Dermatology
- Ability to offer an expert opinion on the full range of dermatological problems
- Ability to take full an independent responsibility for the clinical care of patients
- Ability to safely oversee and share care of patients with chronic skin problems with nursing and other staff
Desirable
- Supervised training in an appropriate SpR training programme or equivalent
Teaching and Training
Essential
- Ability to work with and supervise non-career grade staff, registrars and specialist nurses
- Ability to teach clinical skills
Desirable
- Experience of teaching clinical skills to undergraduates
- Ability to supervise research
Management & Audit Training
Essential
- Ability to assist in the efficient and smooth running of the Dermatology service
- Ability to organise and manage day to day service delivery e.g. out-patient priorities and dermatological surgery lists
- Ability to manage and lead strategic developments in service delivery
- Experience of audit and evidence based management of clinical problems
- Ability and willingness to work within the Trust and NHS performance framework and targets
Research & Publications
Essential
- Ability to apply research outcomes to clinical problems
- Publications in peer reviewed journals
Desirable
- Ability to supervise research projects
Personal Skills & Qualities
Essential
- Caring attitude to patients
- Good personal interactive communications skills: clarity of expression and purpose
- The ability to work as a team member
- Acceptance of management and administrative duties by working within a structured hospital team for the greater good
- Commitment to Continuing Medical Education and the requirements of Clinical Governance
Desirable
- Has the ability to travel between clinical sites during the course of duties
Appraisal
Essential
- To have training and experience in appraisal systems
Person Specification
Education, Qualifications and Special Training
Essential
- Entry on the GMC specialist register in Dermatology or be eligible for entry (within six months of attaining Certificate of Completion of Specialist Training) at the time of interview
- MRCP or equivalent
- Full GMC registration
- 1-2 years of NHS experience
Desirable
Knowledge & Skills
Essential
- Broad knowledge and experience of medical and surgical dermatology including management of acute dermatoses
Desirable
- A particular interest and expertise in skin cancer diagnosis and treatment
Experience
Essential
- Clinical training and experience equivalent to that required for gaining UK CCST in Dermatology
- Ability to offer an expert opinion on the full range of dermatological problems
- Ability to take full an independent responsibility for the clinical care of patients
- Ability to safely oversee and share care of patients with chronic skin problems with nursing and other staff
Desirable
- Supervised training in an appropriate SpR training programme or equivalent
Teaching and Training
Essential
- Ability to work with and supervise non-career grade staff, registrars and specialist nurses
- Ability to teach clinical skills
Desirable
- Experience of teaching clinical skills to undergraduates
- Ability to supervise research
Management & Audit Training
Essential
- Ability to assist in the efficient and smooth running of the Dermatology service
- Ability to organise and manage day to day service delivery e.g. out-patient priorities and dermatological surgery lists
- Ability to manage and lead strategic developments in service delivery
- Experience of audit and evidence based management of clinical problems
- Ability and willingness to work within the Trust and NHS performance framework and targets
Research & Publications
Essential
- Ability to apply research outcomes to clinical problems
- Publications in peer reviewed journals
Desirable
- Ability to supervise research projects
Personal Skills & Qualities
Essential
- Caring attitude to patients
- Good personal interactive communications skills: clarity of expression and purpose
- The ability to work as a team member
- Acceptance of management and administrative duties by working within a structured hospital team for the greater good
- Commitment to Continuing Medical Education and the requirements of Clinical Governance
Desirable
- Has the ability to travel between clinical sites during the course of duties
Appraisal
Essential
- To have training and experience in appraisal systems
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).
