Consultant in Dermatology

RGH-Global Ltd; Truro; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Visa sponsorship for eligible candidates

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider seeks a Consultant Dermatologist for a full-time position in Cornwall. The role involves providing high-quality dermatological care, teaching, and leading clinical governance within a modern facility. Candidates should have GMC registration, MRCP (UK), and significant experience in dermatology.

Qualifications

• Wide experience in all aspects of Dermatology, teaching, clinical audit, and governance.
• Mohs/Surgical Fellowship is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Dermatology Department's day-to-day operations.
• Teach and train junior staff and medical students.
• Participate in continuing medical education and clinical governance.

Skills

Clinical and personal credibility

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

IT skills

Conceptual and analytical skills

Fluent English (IELTS level 7.5)

Education

GMC Registration with a license to Practice

MRCP (UK) or equivalent qualification

Higher degree (MD, PhD)

GMC Specialist Register

Job description

Consultant in DermatologyLocation: Truro, Cornwall, UKTitle: Consultant in DermatologyReports to: Clinical Director for Specialist Services and SurgeryAccountable to: The Medical DirectorRemuneration: NHS National pay scalesJob Purpose: We are seeking an enthusiastic Consultant Dermatologist to join our well-established clients team. This full-time position involves providing dermatological care for patients in Cornwall and progressing a sub-specialty interest to complement the team. The role includes seeing two-week wait patients and maintaining the highest clinical standards in dermatology management.Key Responsibilities:

• Day-to-day management of the Dermatology Department
• Teaching and training junior staff and medical students
• Active participation in continuing medical education (CME)
• Participation in Clinical Governance and Audit
• Attendance at relevant meetings
• Fulfillment of weekly timetable including out-of-hours responsibilities
• Implementation of sustainable practices to achieve NHS Net Zero target

Department Overview: The Dermatology Department is based in a modern facility in Truro, featuring three operating theatres, an outpatient suite, phototherapy and day treatment areas, and a Mohs laboratory. The team includes three dermatology consultants, one GU consultant, four associate specialists, and three specialty doctors, supported by a dedicated team of nurses.Specialist Services Offered:

• Mohs micrographic surgery
• One-stop “see and treat” skin lesion clinics
• Paediatric dermatology
• Cutaneous allergy
• Modern phototherapy unit

Person Specification:

• Qualifications: GMC Registration with a license to Practice, MRCP (UK) or equivalent qualification. Higher degree (MD, PhD) and GMC Specialist Register are desirable.
• Experience: Wide experience in all aspects of Dermatology, teaching, clinical audit, and governance. Mohs/Surgical Fellowship is desirable.
• Skills: Strong clinical and personal credibility, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, IT skills, conceptual and analytical skills, fluent English (IELTS level 7.5).
• Disposition: Flexible, adaptable, collaborative, attention to detail.
• Additional Circumstances: Satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check, Occupational Health clearance, three satisfactory references, ability to travel within and outside the county.

Visa Sponsorship: This position comes with visa sponsorship for eligible candidates.