Consultant Dermatologist

NHS; Hassocks; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS provider in the South-East seeks Consultant Dermatologists to deliver expert care for dermatological conditions. Join a collaborative team of specialists in a flexible, supportive environment, focusing on patient needs while reducing waiting lists and ensuring high-quality care. Ideal candidates will have GMC registration and at least two years of consulting experience.

Benefits

Flexible schedule

Pay-per-patient model

Supportive team environment

Various clinic locations

Qualifications

• Experience managing dermatological conditions.
• Right to work in the UK and GMC registration.
• Good teamwork and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality outpatient care for dermatological conditions.
• Assess and manage patients with skin cancer and inflammatory diseases.
• Participate in multidisciplinary teams and support junior clinicians.

Skills

Patient care

Diagnosis

Teamwork

Education

GMC Specialist Registration

Minimum of 2 years experience at Consultant level

Job description

Sussex Community Dermatology Services (SCDS) are one of the largest independent providers of NHS dermatology services in the UK. We are seeking ambitious Consultant Dermatologists to work with us in the South-East of England. You will join a team of 23 consultants providing expert care in diagnosing and managing dermatological conditions, including inflammatory skin diseases, skin cancer, and complex cases.

We are passionate about delivering the best service and working together as part of a close-knit team to reduce NHS waiting lists. This is an exciting opportunity where you will be rewarded on a pay-per-patient model for the work you complete.

Main duties of the job

• Deliver high-quality care to patients referred from primary and secondary care for outpatient assessment in an outpatient setting.
• Assess and manage a wide range of dermatological conditions, including skin cancer and inflammatory diseases.
• Participate in multidisciplinary teams (MDTs) and support junior clinicians as part of a collaborative team.

About us

Sussex Community Dermatology Service (SCDS) and Kent Integrated Dermatology Services (KIDS) aim to triage dermatoses effectively into clinics, enabling a see-and-treat approach during the initial appointment and reducing the need for multiple follow-ups. The services work alongside an experienced nurse prescribing team, qualified to manage patients on systemic and biologic therapies. Clinical offerings include day surgery, minor operations, dermoscopy, patch testing, photodynamic therapy, and phototherapy. Our focus remains on meeting patients' needs and preferences, with their wellbeing at the core of decision-making.

We collaborate with NHS trusts and integrated care boards to deliver over 100,000 new patient consultations annually, including cancer pathways, biologics, and subspecialties. We are a GMC-recognized designated body for revalidation and provide annual appraisals for our consultants.

Job responsibilities

We seek ambitious Consultant Dermatologists to join us in the South-East of England. You will be part of a team of 23 consultants providing expert diagnosis and management of dermatological conditions, including inflammatory skin diseases, skin cancer, and complex cases.

We staff various clinics across Sussex, including general dermatology, 2-week wait pathways, and minor operations.

Why work with SCDS?

• Various clinic locations across Sussex
• Flexible schedule aligned with your availability
• Pay-per-patient model
• Supportive team environment

If interested or seeking further information, please contact Olivia Turner or send your CV to [e-mail].

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years experience at Consultant level within the NHS
• Right to work in the UK
• GMC Specialist Registration

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This position is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. A disclosure check will be required to review any criminal convictions.