Junior Specialist Doctor Higher In Dermatology

NHS; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 62,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity for a Junior Specialist Doctor in Dermatology at a leading NHS trust. Join a dedicated team providing comprehensive dermatology services, while gaining valuable experience and training opportunities. Ideal for candidates with previous dermatology training looking to further their career in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months full-time training and experience in dermatology.
• Full GMC Registration and licence to practice.
• Post CMT/ST 1 or 2 grade experience.

Responsibilities

• Work as part of the dermatology team maintaining services.
• Participate in clinical meetings and teaching junior doctors.
• Assist with outpatient clinics on a regular basis.

Skills

Clinical Audit

Education

Primary medical qualification (MBBS/MBBCH) or equivalent

MRCP

Dermatology qualification

Job description

Job summary

Junior Specialist Doctor Higher - Dermatology

We are seeking to recruit an enthusiastic, innovative and progressive Junior specialist doctor to join our Dermatology team at the Birmingham Skin Centre, Sandwell and West Birmingham Hospitals NHS Trust.

This post offers an excellent opportunity to gain valuable experience in Dermatology and training opportunities in general adult and paediatric dermatology, cutaneous allergy, skin cancer, emergency on-call work in dermatology, and also some basic dermatological surgery. The appointee will be based at City Hospital, Birmingham, and additionally cover Sandwell General Hospital and Midland Metropolitan University Hospital (MMUH) sites during the in hours on-call.

Applications are welcomed from candidates who have a minimum of 6 months full-time training and experience in dermatology with some NHS experience in Dermatology preferable at the commencement of post. Additionally applicants must have a primary medical qualification and General Medical Council's Registration.

This Job is for fixed term 12 months starting as soon as possible.

Main duties of the job

The post will enable the successful applicant to work as part of the dermatology team to maintain Dermatology services in line with strategic requirements.

Assessment and initiation of management of patients in the Dermatology specialty under the supervision of Consultant staff.

To provide, with the other doctors in the dermatology department, routine and emergency Dermatology services to the Trust, operating a system of mutual in-hours cover for annual, study and professional leave.

Participating in clinical meetings and postgraduate activities in the department and the Trust.

Participation on the relevant in-hours rotas.

Attendance at regular ward/board rounds and multi-disciplinary case meetings with the Consultant and Specialty Trainees.

Assistance with outpatient clinics on a regular basis (as per timetable).

Participation in the Departmental Postgraduate Training Programme.

Participate in teaching of other junior doctors, medical students and nurses. Contribute to audit and quality improvement.

About us

Sandwell and West Birmingham NHS Trust (SWB) serves Birmingham and the Black Country - one of the country's most culturally diverse areas. It's a friendly and welcoming place - a place where you can belong, and a place where you can grow.

We care for our patients, we care about our population, and we care about our people.

Our values - Ambition, Respect and Compassion - are at the heart of who we are. They guide us every step of the way; how we work with each other, and how we look after our patients and their families; how we respect and value the rich diversity of our team and our community.

Our Trust has always aspired to be more than a hospital, more than a healthcare provider. Our purpose is to "Improve the Life Chances and Health Outcomes of our Population." It is what inspires, drives, and unites us every day. It's what makes us unique.

We want working at SWB to feel like more than just a job. We want our Trust to be a place where you can feel you belong. A place where you feel happy, safe, and rewarded. A place where you can develop your career in whatever way you choose. When we say we're 'with you all the way' we want you to know that we mean it. Visit the SWB website to find out more about our ambitions and people plans.

Details Date posted

18 June 2025

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Doctor - other

Salary

£61,825 a year Per Annum

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

381-CT-7158484

Job locations

SWB NHS Trust

Dudley Road

Birmingham

B18 7QH

Job description Job responsibilities

For more information on the job role and responsibilities, please refer to the Job Description attached.

For an informal discussion, please contact:

Group Director Primary Care, Community & Therapies: Dr Simon Mitchell, Telephone: [phone] (ext. 2168)

Specialty Lead for Dermatology: Dr Donna Thompson, Telephone: [phone] ( Secretary), [e-mail]

Job description Job responsibilities

For more information on the job role and responsibilities, please refer to the Job Description attached.

For an informal discussion, please contact:

Group Director Primary Care, Community & Therapies: Dr Simon Mitchell, Telephone: [phone] (ext. 2168)

Specialty Lead for Dermatology: Dr Donna Thompson, Telephone: [phone] ( Secretary), [e-mail]

Person Specification Qualifications: Essential

• oPrimary medical qualification (MBBS/MBBCH) or equivalent.

Desirable

• oMRCP
• oDermatology qualification

Clinical Experience: Essential

• Full time training and experience in dermatology and be post CMT/ST 1 or 2 grade

Desirable

• oRecent experience in dermatology or allied specialty

Clinical Effectiveness Essential

• oExperience of conducting clinical audit

Other Requirements Essential

• oFull GMC Registration and licence to practice

Desirable

• oExperience working within the NHS

Person Specification Qualifications: Essential

• oPrimary medical qualification (MBBS/MBBCH) or equivalent.

Desirable

• oMRCP
• oDermatology qualification

Clinical Experience: Essential

• Full time training and experience in dermatology and be post CMT/ST 1 or 2 grade

Desirable

• oRecent experience in dermatology or allied specialty

Clinical Effectiveness Essential

• oExperience of conducting clinical audit

Other Requirements Essential

• oFull GMC Registration and licence to practice

Desirable

• oExperience working within the NHS

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information 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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details Employer name

Sandwell and West Birmingham NHS Trust

Address

SWB NHS Trust

Dudley Road

Birmingham

B18 7QH

Employer's website

https://www.swbh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details Employer name

Sandwell and West Birmingham NHS Trust

Address

SWB NHS Trust

Dudley Road

Birmingham

B18 7QH

Employer's website

https://www.swbh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)