Consultant Dermatologist

Northern Care Alliance; Salford; Hybrid; GBP 114,000 - 151,000; Full time

Job summary

The Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust seeks a substantive Consultant Dermatologist, primarily based in Salford with opportunities at Radcliffe and Bury Dermatology services. The role involves general dermatology, cancer and paediatric clinics, including surgical procedures, with on-call commitments and a formal job plan.

You will contribute to MDTs, teaching, audits and research while supporting professional development and patient safety across the trust, which serves Greater

Qualifications

• Inclusion on Specialist Register or admission to the register within 6 months of interview.
• Full registration with the General Medical Council (GMC).
• Completion of CCT/higher specialist training or equivalent in Dermatology.

Responsibilities

• Provide general dermatology, cancer and paediatric clinics and surgical procedures across Radcliffe and Salford Dermatology services.
• Manage workload and adapt the job plan as needed.
• Undertake ward rounds and participate in MDT discussions.
• Contribute to undergraduate, postgraduate and continuing medical education.
• Participate in clinical audits and research activities.

Skills

Dermatology expertise

Team collaboration

IT skills

Teaching & education

Multidisciplinary work

Education

Full GMC registration

Completion of CCT in Dermatology

Higher degree

Tools

Advanced Life Support Certification

ATLS/ETC certification

Job description

Main area Consultant Dermatologist Grade Consultant Contract Permanent Hours Full time - 10 sessions per week (Includes on call) Job ref 236-MED-CON-04-DERM-S-26

Site Salford Royal Hospital Town Salford Salary £113,565 - £150,569 per annum Salary period Yearly Closing Today at 23:59

Job overview

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.

Working for our organisation

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.

Detailed job description and main 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

The NCA is proud to serve a diverse population and is committed to delivering inclusive, accessible care. We value individuality and aim to build a workforce that reflects the communities we serve. Applications are welcomed from individuals of all backgrounds, identities, and beliefs.

We also warmly welcome applications from serving and former members of the Armed Forces community and their families. Please indicate on your application form if you are a member of the Armed Forces community to be considered under our guaranteed interview scheme, subject to meeting the essential criteria for the role.

As a Disability Confident Employer, we are committed to offering a guaranteed interview to disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the post.

If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact the Recruitment Team at [e-mail]

Vacancies may close before the advertised closing date if a high volume of applications are received or where an internal redeployee has been identified.

For fixed-term roles, current NHS staff will be considered for secondments, while fixed-term contracts will be offered to external (non-NHS) applicants.

Employer certification / accreditation badges

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.