Consultant Dermatologist

University Hospitals Of Leicester Nhs Trust; Leicester; On-site; GBP 82,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

University Hospitals Of Leicester Nhs Trust is seeking a Consultant Dermatologist to deliver high‑quality dermatology care, including skin cancer clinics, operating sessions and MDT involvement. You will work within a multidisciplinary team, supervise juniors and contribute to governance and improvement initiatives.

The role requires full GMC registration, MB BS or equivalent, and eligibility for Higher Specialist Training or Specialist Register within six months.

Qualifications

• MB BS or Equivalent.
• Full GMC Registration.
• Higher Specialist Training accreditation or eligibility within 6 months of interview.
• Membership of relevant Specialist Societies or Associations (Desirable).
• Training in MOHs surgery (Desirable).

Responsibilities

• Provide dermatology clinical care in clinics and operating sessions.
• Participate in skin cancer clinics, MDTs and specialist clinics.
• Contribute to governance, audit and quality improvement activities.
• Supervise juniors and collaborate within a multidisciplinary team.
• Organise and prioritise clinical workload, aiding service development.

Skills

Excellent clinical skills

Ability to supervise juniors

Multidisciplinary team collaboration

Ability to plan and prioritise complex

Education

MB BS or Equivalent

Full GMC Registration

Higher Specialist Training accreditation or eligible for Specialist Register within 6 months of interview

Job description

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

The job plan will be subject to annual review, with any revisions sought by mutual agreement but it is expected that the successful candidate will work with the CMG management team to ensure that services are delivered efficiently and reflect best practice with processes and governance to match - this may require new and flexible ways of working in the future.

AM

PM

Monday

• Skin Cancer Clinic
• Admin

Tuesday

• Operating
• Operating

Wednesday

• Skin Cancer Clinic
• Operating

Thursday

• Grand round/skin cancer MDT
• Admin/Virtual

Friday

• Specialist Clinic
• Admin

Person specification

Qualifications

Essential criteria

• MB BS or Equivalent
• Full GMC Registration
• Fully Accredited for Higher Specialist Training or will be eligible for inclusion on the Specialist Register within 6 months of the interview date

Desirable criteria

• Membership of relevant Specialist Societies or Associations.
• Higher degree e.g. MSc, MD or equivalent.

Experience

Essential criteria

• Fully trained in Clinical Dermatology
• Excellent clinical skills and experience requisite to meeting all aspects of the Job Plan
• Ability to apply sound clinical judgment to problems.
• Training in advanced Dermatological surgery

Desirable criteria

• Evidence of clinical or research commitment and a relevant specialty interest.
• Training in MOHs surgery

management

Essential criteria

• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team and supervise juniors.
• Ability to effectively organise, prioritise and manage clinical workload.
• Ability to work to overcome barriers to change (negotiating, influencing and persuasion skills).
• Knowledge and understanding of clinical governance issues

Desirable criteria

• Evidence of management and administration experience.
• Awareness of Service Development issues
• Demonstrable track record of successful change management
• Proven ability to maintain focus in a demanding environment

Communication

Essential criteria

• Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English that are adequate to enable effective communication with patients and colleagues.
• To be empathic and sensitive; capacity to take others perspectives and treat others with understanding.
• Highly Developed Emotional Intelligence

Desirable criteria

• Demonstrable track record of successful change management
• Proven ability to maintain focus in a demanding environment

Audit And Research

Essential criteria

• Ability to appraise research critically
• Ability to supervise juniors undertaking research projects.
• Experience of quality improvement work and audit
• Participation in a quality improvement programme
• Effective participation in and a commitment to clinical audit.

Desirable criteria

• Completion of formal courses in Audit and quality improvement.
• Published Audit including quality improvement.
• Undergone training in teaching and willingness to organise
• Publications in nationally and internationally recognised peer-reviewed journals on subjects relevant to the specialty.

Equality & Diversity

Essential criteria

• Able to demonstrate a commitment and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to their individual needs.

Additional Information

UHL is an equal opportunities employer. We aim to employ a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from people from all backgrounds who match our job criteria.

Applicants who have a disability and meet the essential criteria for the job will be interviewed if you indicate you wish to be considered under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme. If you require a reasonable adjustment at any stage of the recruitment process please make the recruitment services team aware as soon as possible.

UHL is committed to helping colleagues balance the demands of both their work and personal needs through flexible working arrangements wherever reasonably practicable and subject to service needs.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

Please note if you are successful in obtaining this position and the post involves regulated activity you will be required to undertake a Disclosure & Barring Service check.

The Trust will pay for the check initially and the money will then be deducted from your salary over a three month period commencing on your first month's payment.

The current price of a check is £38 for an enhanced and £18 for a standard check.

COVID 19 Risk Assessment

Due to the current Covid pandemic we have introduced a staff risk assessment into our pre-employment process. This now forms part of the mandatory pre-employment checks that will be carried out if you receive a conditional offer.

The risk assessment is intended to ensure you are able to safely perform your duties in any of our work areas, and if you have been identified as being particularly vulnerable to coronavirus. Our main aim is to reduce risk and to ensure the safety of all new starters to the Trust as well as current staff, patients and visitors.

If it is identified that you are within a vulnerable category, we will endeavour to make reasonable adjustments to accommodate this through discussions with both Occupational Health and your recruiting manager.

Covid Vaccination Status

Covid-19 vaccination remains the best way to protect yourself, family, colleagues and our patients/service users from the Covid-19 virus. We therefore continue to encourage our current and potential colleagues to get vaccinated.

University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust holds the principles of equality, diversity and inclusion at the heart of everything it does and all that it stands for. We are committed to developing a workforce that is representative of the community we serve. We welcome applications from the diverse community of Leicester, Leicester and Rutland, to help deliver healthcare services that meets the needs of our diverse communities.

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