Locum Consultant Dermatologist

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board

Wrexham

On-site

GBP 100,000 - 120,000

Full time

2 hours ago

Be an early applicant

Application generator

Don’t send a generic resume — generate a resume and cover letter tailored to this exact role.

Get past ATS filters

Job summary

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board seeks a full-time Locum Consultant Dermatologist based at Wrexham Maelor or Glan Clwyd Hospital. The post comprises eight DCC and two SPA sessions weekly, with possible part-time/flexible options after discussion.

The role includes managing adult general dermatology and skin cancer, with access to Teledermatology clinics and potential involvement in regional service development.

Qualifications

Full GMC registration with a licence to practise.
GMC Specialist Registration in Dermatology is desirable.
Higher Degree or Diploma is desirable.

Responsibilities

Provide dermatology outpatient services in collaboration with nursing and medical colleagues.
Provide dermatological inpatient care and advice for inpatients as part of acute dermatology cover.
Share responsibility for standards and quality control within dermatology services.

Skills

Knowledge application

Oral communication

Clinical notes

Patient involvement

Difficult conversations

Basic IT skills

Advanced IT skills

Education

Full GMC registration with licence to practise

GMC Specialist Registration in Dermatology

Higher Degree or Diploma

Job description

Job Overview

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board wishes to appoint a full-time Locum Consultant Dermatologist to be based at either Wrexham Maelor Hospital or Glan Clwyd Hospital. The posts are for ten sessions per week of which, eight sessions will be for Direct Clinical Care (DCC) and two for Supporting Professional Activity (SPA). Part time/ flexible working may be considered following discussion and agreement with the Clinical Lead and Divisional Medical Director. There is an expectation to see a case mix of adult general dermatology and skin cancer in line with service needs. The departments currently run Teledermatology clinics, and suitable candidates may be able to undertake Teledermatology clinics as part of direct clinical care programmed activities in line with service needs.

Main duties of the job

To provide dermatology outpatient services to patients in collaboration with nursing and medical colleagues.
To provide dermatological inpatient care and provide specialist advice for inpatients as part of acute dermatology cover.
To share responsibility for professional standards and quality control within the dermatology services ensuring compliance with standards which satisfy clinical governance.
To develop dermatological service with other consultant colleagues in recognition of regional and national guidelines where appropriate.
To share in providing emergency cover for colleague’s study/annual leave or illness.
To develop and implement clinical audit programmes within the Dermatology Departments and in collaboration with other clinical groups.
To participate in consultant annual appraisal.
To participate in service development and business planning in collaboration with other consultant colleagues and the wider health community.
To provide training opportunities for undergraduates and postgraduates in dermatology.
The successful candidate must have a commitment to revalidation, medical audit and continuing professional development.

Working for our organisation

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) is Wales’s largest health organisation, with a budget of over £2.4 billion and a workforce of over 20,000 staff. BCUHB provides a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and specialist hospital services for the population of North Wales, across 3 acute hospitals and a network of community hospitals, health centres, clinics, and mental health units. It also co-ordinates or provides the work of GP practices and NHS services provided by dentists, opticians, and pharmacists across the region. The Health Board is an integrated health system that strives for excellent, compassionate care delivered in partnership with the public sector and other statutory and third sector organisations. Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the "Disability Confident Employer" scheme. Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form. Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities

Candidates are encouraged to refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further information. If you are ready to make a significant impact on the future of healthcare in North Wales and possess the skills and experience required for this role, we invite you to apply.

Person specification

Ability

Essential Criteria

Ability to apply knowledge
Ability to write relevant and legible clinical notes
Safe and effective oral communication skills
Willingness to involve patients in the management of their conditions
Ability to handle difficult situations and conversations with patients and relatives with tact and sensitivity
Basic IT skills

Desirable criteria

Advanced IT skills

Management

Essential Criteria

Evidence of an understanding of NHS management practices and their application
A willingness to attend and actively participate in the departmental management meetings

Desirable criteria

Management qualification/ training
Departmental administration experience

Audit

Essential Criteria

Evidence of participation in audits

Desirable criteria

Critical appraisal course / skills

Research

Essential Criteria

Ability to access published evidence

Desirable criteria

Evidence of participation in research projects
Research based publications

Teaching

Essential Criteria

Evidence of a commitment to teaching trainees
Evidence of teaching trainees

Desirable criteria

Evidence of teaching nursing and paramedical staff
Teaching qualification / course

Qualifications

Essential criteria

Full GMC registration with a license to practice

Desirable criteria

GMC Specialist Registration in Dermatology
Higher Degree or Diploma

Experience

Essential criteria

Broad Based general experience in dermatology and cutaneous surgery, skin cancer experience is a must

Desirable criteria

Additional specialist skills or experience

Additional Rquirements

Essential criteria

Aligns own values with those of the Health Board
A team player who values individual contributions of a multi-disciplinary team
An interest in working in a DGH setup in a general dermatology role
Reliable, self-motivated and punctual
Evidence of the ability to work in stressful situations and/ or under pressure
Able to work flexibly to meet the needs of the service
A willingness to work outside of the normal working hours at short notice during times of need

Desirable criteria