Specialist Clinical Fellow - Dermatology

Frimley Health Nhs Foundation Trust; Burgh Heath; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a committed Specialist Clinical Fellow in Dermatology to join a dynamic team. You will diagnose and manage a wide range of skin conditions, work closely with consultants and nurses, and contribute to patient-centred care across wards and clinics.

The post emphasizes MDT collaboration, teaching, audit and research within an NHS framework, with a focus on delivering high quality dermatology services and continuous professional development.

Qualifications

• MBBS or equivalent with GMC registration and practice licence.
• Commitment to patient confidentiality and data protection.
• Demonstrates broad training and experience in dermatology.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose skin disorders through clinical exams and tests.
• Develop and adjust personalized treatment plans.
• Provide cover for colleagues and support service improvements.
• Attend MDT meetings as required.
• Assist the Consultant team with ward referrals within Frimley Park Hospital.
• Follow up outpatients and, as part of training, see new patients.
• Assist the dermatology team with clinical audit and research.
• Participate in departmental meetings, governance and CPD.

Skills

Continual professional development

Time management

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

MBBS or equivalent

GMC registration

Higher degree or diploma (Desirable)

Job description

Job summary

We are looking for a committed and skilled Specialist Clinical Fellow in Dermatology to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will contribute to delivering high-quality patient care, working closely with consultants, nurses and other healthcare professionals to diagnose and manage a wide range of skin conditions, ensuring the best possible outcomes for patients. This post has been created to enhance the care of dermatology patients on the general medical/surgical wards and clinic environments, assisting the consultant team and specialist nurses to provide service that meets the needs of the patients they are referred.

Main duties of the job

• Diagnose skin disorders through clinical exams and tests
• Develop and adjust personalized treatment plans
• Provide cover for colleagues and support service improvements
• Attend MDT meetings as required
• Assist the Consultant team with ward referrals within Frimley Park Hospital
• Provide assistance to the Consultant team with the follow up of their outpatients, and as part of training, see new patients
• Assist the dermatology team with clinical audit and research
• Participate in departmental meetings, governance, and continuous professional development

The duties outlined are not exhaustive and may be subject to change in line with the needs of the service. Multidisciplinary team working is a key component of practice within the Trust and will include participation in MDT discussions with colleagues. The post holder will have continuing responsibility for the care of patients under their supervision, including all associated administrative duties.

About us

At Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust, our people are at the heart of everything we do.

Why Join Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust?

As a Disability Confident Employer and recipient of the Gold Award in the Armed Forces Employer Recognition Scheme, we actively champion equality, diversity and inclusion, creating opportunities for people from all backgrounds to build rewarding careers within the NHS.

We also recognise the importance of a healthy work-life balance. By supporting flexible working arrangements wherever possible, we enable our colleagues to balance their professional and personal commitments while continuing to deliver outstanding care to our patients. Whether flexibility means adjusted hours, part-time working, hybrid arrangements or alternative working patterns, we work in partnership with our staff to meet both individual and service needs.

Join Us

Whether you're at the start of your career or looking for your next challenge, Frimley Health offers the opportunity to be part of a inclusive, forward-thinking organisation that is committed to excellence, innovation and compassionate care. Together, we can shape the future of healthcare and make a real difference to the lives of the communities we serve.

Job responsibilities

Job Plan

1 FTE (Full time Equivalent).

Activity that can be covered, with appropriate administrative time allocated. Working days will be agreed with the Service Manager in line with service needs.

• Skin MDT
• Ward referrals
• TWR Clinics
• Paediatrics Clinics
• General Clinics
• Biologic Clinics

The post holder will do 3-4 clinics per week under supervision. They will discuss patients seen in clinic with the supervising consultant.

There is a rota for ward referrals but no out of hours on-call is required in this post.

Supervising Consultants will be Dr Antony, Dr Gossain, Dr Lee and Dr Sherif.

Qualifications

Essential

• MBBS or equivalent
• Full GMC Registration with licence to practice to cover the scope of employment
• Understands the principles of patient confidentiality and data protection

Desirable

• Other higher degree or diploma

Experience

Essential

• Evidence of thorough and broad training and experience in the specialty
• Comprehensive knowledge in the specialty and ability to offer expert clinical opinion on range of problems
• Demonstrates good knowledge of the structures and culture of the NHS, roles, responsibilities and relationships across the MDT and the multi-professional team
• Able to prioritise clinical need
• Aware of own limitations, and knows when to ask for help
• Able to write legible records and to discuss treatment options with patients in a way they can understand
• Able to communicate clearly in written and spoken English e.g.
• Able to establish good working relations with patients, carers and multi-disciplinary colleagues
• Able to contribute to teaching and learning of others in the clinical setting
• Understands the role of audit in clinical practice
• Ensures patients are not put at risk
• Understanding of the basic principles of research

Desirable

• Computer literate
• Understands the importance and impact of information systems in health care.
• Has participated in clinical audit
• Experience of collecting, analysing and presenting data orally and in writing
• Interest/has participated in (clinical/laboratory) research

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

• Keeps professional knowledge and skills up to date
• Able to manage time and prioritise workload.
• Recognises stressful situations and responds appropriately.
• Demonstrates initiative, enthusiasm and common sense.
• Respects and promotes individual's rights, interests, preferences, beliefs and cultures

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.

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).

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