Job summary Consultant in DermatologyPart time post - PA's The Dermatology service has evolved to provide a full range of secondary care services at Tameside Hospital plus nurse-led primary care clinics.
The two consultant dermatologists all run adult and Paediatric clinics and have minor operation lists.
Paediatric clinics run in children's outpatients, in a purpose-built modern unit and we have excellent working relationships with Paediatric colleagues including Paediatric phlebotomy on site.
Dermatology surgery takes place in a dedicated fully equipped and staffed minor operation room.
All current consultants perform ward referrals as required.
This multi-disciplinary team consultants of consultants, senior nursing roles and cancer nurse specialists, all with dedicated and well-established clinics.
The trust has a well-established Local Skin MDT which is led by the dermatology department with active involvement of the maxillofacial team.
The consultants run a monthly complex case clinical meeting outpatient session which allows discussion of more difficult cases.
There is a monthly departmental meeting where business includes service development, clinical governance and audit and to which the appointee will be expected to contribute.
Main duties of the job The post holder will participate in the day to day running of the dermatology service and will also have every opportunity to participate in the management of the dermatology service.This will involve the post holder in:- Provision of out-patient services for dermatology patients as per agreed job planFurther develop existing clinical protocols and pathways to maximise the efficiency and effectiveness of diagnosis and treatment minimising hospital attendance where appropriateProvision of a consultant-led inpatient referral service, providing advice for patients within general medical services in conjunction with the existing post holders, working with the junior medical staff to ensure optimum effective management of patientsTake part in professional supervision and development of all the junior and middle grade doctors within the team including appraisal and personal development planning with his/her teamDemonstrate commitment to, and participation in, clinical governance, risk management, clinical audit, appraisal and annual job planning processPromote effective communication within the department and with the wider hospital by regular liaison with specialist medical and service departments within the hospitalThe post holder will provide additional clinical administrative, supervisory, educational and training support for the day today functioning of the department.
Active participation in the future development of the department and the hospital is essential.
About us Tameside and Glossop Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust serves a community of 250,000 people across Tameside & Glossop.
We provide a range of services both within the hospital and across our community for both adults and children.Our vision is to improve health outcomes for our population and influence wider determinants of health through collaboration with our health & care partners.We have a clear set of values & behaviours which we expect all of our staff to demonstrate: SafetyCareRespectCommunicationLearning We believe that the best organisations are those that reflect the communities they serve.
We are therefore seeking to improve the diversity of our workforce to make it truly representative of our local population.We actively encourage applications irrespective of race, age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage & civil partnership, or pregnancy or maternity.
Recognising those communities that are underrepresented within our workforce, we would particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian & minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+& Disabled people.Benefits include; flexible working, 27-33 days annual leave plus bank holidays, sick pay, NHS Pension Scheme, free eye tests and health checks, gym discount, free bicycle loan scheme, salary sacrifice car scheme, support with stress, bereavement, relationships, finance, and much more.
Job description Job responsibilities The job description gives an overview of the main tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification focusses on the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required.
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The person specification detailed below is not the full person specification but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed.
Person Specification Qualifications Essential MB MRCP or equivalent Previous accredited training in Dermatology Medicine Desirable Past record of academic achievements, Publications CCST and specialist registrati Essential Certificate of Specialist Training or within 6 months of completion of training at time of interview.
Must be on GMC Specialist Register to be eligible for consideration for Consultant appointment Clinical experience Essential Extensive experience in Dermatology Ability to provide expert clinical opinion across a wide range of problems within the specialist area of Dermatology Management and admin Essential Capable of organising and prioritising work effectively Able to plan and develop the service Willingness to participate in and lead a multidisciplinary team, balancing departmental and personal objectives Academic achievements Essential Ability to research outcomes in clinical practice.
Familiarity within conducting clinical audit.
Knowledge of using evidence base to support decision making Personal attributes Essential Experience in teaching junior medical staff.
Desirable Experience of teaching medical students Formal training in teaching skills Other Essential Full GMC Registration