Trust Doctor in Dermatology - Portfolio Training

University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a doctor to join their busy dermatology department. The role involves outpatient clinics, minor surgeries, and urgent referrals, offering a chance to deliver high-quality care in a supportive environment. Ideal candidates will have relevant qualifications and a commitment to patient care.

Benefits

Career development opportunities

Flexible working options

Qualifications

• Essential qualifications include MBBS and MRCP.
• Full GMC registration required.
• Desirable experience in dermatology.

Responsibilities

• Conduct outpatient clinics for adults and children.
• Perform minor surgery and provide ward cover.
• Participate in teaching and clinical governance.

Skills

Clinical knowledge

Patient care

Teaching

Education

MBBS or equivalent

Postgraduate MRCP (UK)

Full GMC registration

Job description

The post is for a doctor who is interested in pursuing the Portfolio route with the support of the department. The department is very busy and receives approximately 250 suspected skin cancer referrals per week, tele dermatology is well established and outpatient rooms, procedure rooms, and a UV suite are co located in Rowan House.

Main duties of the job

The main duties of the post includes outpatient clinics for both adults and paediatric patients, minor surgery and ward cover for urgent referrals. The successful applicant will be responsible for the delivery and development of high quality dermatology care under the supervision of the consultant team.

About us

We are a people business - where every member of staff matters and can make a difference. Patients are at the heart of everything we do. Joining University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust means becoming part of a team of dedicated staff, who are committed to leading the way through innovation, clinical excellence and great customer care. The Trust has great opportunities for career development in a highly progressive working environment. We offer all of this in a vibrant, modern city with a historic reputation for adventure. PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL COMMUNICATION WILL BE ELECTRONIC, PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL ACCOUNT REGULARLY. If you have any issues with applying online and need additional support including reasonable adjustments with the application process please contact the recruitment team on 01752 432100. We recognise that work life balance is important for our colleagues and so we invite requests from applicants around less than full time/flexible working for our advertised roles. Please contact the recruiting manager to discuss this prior to your application submission. We commit to giving this full consideration in each case. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles, as diversity strengthens our teams. It is sometimes necessary to close vacancies before the closing date. If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been shortlisted.

Job description
Job responsibilities

The post holder will also be expected to participate in the normal duties relating to the administration of the Dermatology Department. These duties will include teaching, continuing medical education and audit/clinical governance.

Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• Basic - MBBS or equivalent & Postgraduate MRCP (UK) or (I) Non-UK graduates without MRCP must provide evidence of appropriate knowledge, training, and experience, particularly in the case of acute medical conditions
• Full GMC.

Desirable

• Experience in dermatology

Experience
Essential

• A sound knowledge of basic clinical sciences and the ability to apply this knowledge to clinical practice. An understanding of dermatology and relevant clinical experience including out-patient working.

Desirable

• Understanding of principles of audit, research and evidence-based medicine.

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