Consultant Dermatologist

Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust; Salford; On-site; GBP 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust in Salford hosts a substantive Consultant Dermatologist role. The post covers general dermatology, cancer and paediatric clinics with surgical procedures across Radcliffe and Salford Dermatology services, and may include outreach to other sites.

The successful candidate will participate in MDT discussions, clinical audit, teaching, and research while contributing to the overall patient care strategy of the Trust.

Qualifications

• Inclusion on the Specialist Register / Admission to the Register within 6 months of interview.
• Full GMC registration is required.
• Completion of CCT/higher specialist training or equivalent in Dermatology.
• Recognition as a Clinical Supervisor per GMC Trainer Standards.
• Participation in management training.
• Participation in an advanced IT training course.
• Higher Degree.
• Educational Supervisor recognition per GMC Trainer Standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide general dermatology, cancer and paediatric clinics and surgical procedures across Radcliffe and Salford Dermatology services.
• Undertake ward rounds and contribute to MDT discussions.
• Participate in clinical audit and research projects.
• Involve in teaching and supervision of trainees and students.

Skills

Clinical leadership

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Teaching and education

Research and audit

Change management

Education

Specialist Register (Dermatology)

GMC registration

CCT/higher specialist training in Dermatology

Clinical Supervisor recognition

Management training

Educational Supervisor recognition

Tools

ATLS or ETC certification

Advanced Life Support

Job description

Go back Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust

Consultant Dermatologist

The closing date is 30 September 2026

The Dermatology Department are actively seeking a qualified consultant within the area or for those who are looking to relocate and commence employment as a substantive Consultant Dermatologist within the Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust (NCA).

• The successful candidate will above all be able to be a productive and cohesive member of the Dermatology team.
• Continuing responsibility for the care of patients in his/her charge, including all administrative duties associated with patient care.
• Contributing to undergraduate, post-graduate and continuing medical and multi professional education activity including teaching as necessary.
• Participation in clinical audit and research.
• Conducting appropriate duties in cases of emergencies and unforeseen circumstances.
• Multidisciplinary teamwork is envisaged as a key component of the working of this Trust and will involve Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT) discussion with other colleagues.
• Development of special interests that fit in with the Directorate needs and the strategic direction of the Trust.
• Undertaking ward rounds as appropriate.

(Primarily based at Salford, Radcliffe and Bury Dermatology services with possibility of some activity at other sites.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will provide general dermatology, cancer and paediatric clinics and surgical procedure across our Radcliffe and Salford Dermatology services. Management of the existing workload may change during this appointment and this will be reflected within the job plan as necessary.

All Consultants affiliated to the centre have admitting rights for elective and non - elective cases where patients remain under their care during the admission.

About us

The Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust (NCA) provides hospital and integrated health and social care services to over one million people living across Greater Manchester. Our 20,000 colleagues care for people in hospital and in the community, working across Bury, Rochdale, Oldham and Salford, to save and improve lives.

As a large NHS trust we are committed to enhancing the health of our local population by delivering consistently high standards of care and working closely with local authorities and key partners. We believe in our power and potential to make a difference and we're always looking for people who demonstrate our three core values - care, appreciate and inspire - to join our team.

In return, we can offer you a job role with purpose and flexibility. The size and scale of the NCA means we can provide more challenge and opportunities so your career can always be moving in the right direction. By joining us you can also access a competitive benefits package, including, a fantastic annual leave allowance, flexible working opportunities and protected hours for health and wellbeing activities, helping you to achieve more personal downtime and a better work-life balance.

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To read more information about Consultant careers at the Northern Care Alliance please visit our careers landing page: Consultant careers :: Northern Care Alliance Careers

Job responsibilities

To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website: https://careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk/

Person Specification

Professional Registration & Qualifications

• Inclusion on the Specialist Register / Admission to the Register within 6 months of interview
• Full registration with the General Medical Council
• Completion of CCT/higher specialist training or equivalent in Dermatology
• To be formally recognised as a Clinical Supervisor as defined by the GMC Trainer Standards
• Participation in management training course
• Participate in an advanced IT training course
• Higher Degree
• To be formally recognised as an Educational Supervisor defined by the GMC Trainer Standards

Qualifications & Training

• Current Advanced Life Support Certification
• ATLS or ETC certification

Clinical Knowledge & Expertise

• Clinical Audit: Experience and undertaking of clinical audit project/s
• Trained to the level of clinical supervisor
• Academic Achievements and Research: Relevant reviewed peer publication(s).
• Understanding of the management responsibilities of NHS Consultants
• IT Skills
• Paediatric experience
• Demonstration of lessons learnt from clinical audit projects.
• Experience of recent and current research.
• Appearance in international meetings.

Safety

• Can demonstrate a commitment to putting patient safety at the heart of all activity

Knowledge, Training & Experience

• Clinical experience and expertise in dermatology
• Evidence of continuing personal and professional development
• Knowledge and appreciate of the core legal, ethical and political issues with govern medical practice
• Experience of recent and current research/relevant publication

Quality - Performing Efficiently & Effectively

• Ensure delivery of a quality service
• Able to implement policies and plans
• Empowers others to take responsibility
• Accountable for performance of self and others
• Evidence of administrative roles during training

Communicate Effectively

• Is empathetic and sensitive to patients needs
• Able to explain things clearly - particularly complex or sensitive information
• Is able to influence and persuade effectively

Skills & Abilities

• Can demonstrate a commitment to putting patient safety at the heart of all activity
• Can work well in a team
• Understands and values the contribution of others
• Able to cope under pressure within conflicting demands
• Flexible and adaptable to change
• Acts with integrity - honest and trustworthy towards both patients and staff
• Is able to lead and drive change
• Can help create a culture of innovation and improvement

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.

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