Specialist Grade - Dermatology

Transformation Unit; Dorchester; Hybrid; GBP 104,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust in Dorchester is seeking a Dermatology Specialist Registrar to support inpatient and outpatient services, provide dermatology opinions for inpatient referrals, and contribute to Teledermatology services. The role requires leadership within a multi-professional team and involvement in governance and service development.

The post involves working independently after allocations by the Consultant Dermatologist team, with participation in weekly MDT

Qualifications

• Full GMC Registration Dermatology specialist qualification (UK or equivalent).
• Qualification / previous training in surgery, internal medicine or paediatrics.
• At least 4 years supervised training in a Dermatology Specialist Registrar UK training programme or overseas equivalent.
• Minimum of 12 years’ medical work since obtaining a primary medical qualification, of which at least six years should have been in a relevant specialty.
• Experience demonstrating ability to cope with demands of working independently in a District General Hospital.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with and help supervise the multi-professional group within the Dermatology department.
• Participate in supervision and training of other healthcare professionals, including GPs with Extended Roles in West Dorset, according to local agreement between Dorset County Hospital, commissioners and other providers.
• The post holder will be expected to follow all hospital and departmental policies including Health & Safety, Cross Infection, Safeguarding Adults and Safeguarding Children.
• The post holder will be expected to take part in departmental team meetings and discuss and contribute (where appropriate) to service developments.

Education

Full GMC Registration Dermatology specialist qualification (UK or equivalent)

Qualification / previous training in surgery, internal medicine or paediatrics

Job description

Employer Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Employer type NHS Site Dorset County Hospital Town Dorchester Salary £104,401 - £115,341 Per Annum Salary period Yearly Closing 24/11/2026 23:59

NHS Medical & Dental: Specialist Grade

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Job overview

The successful applicant will support the existing dermatology team in providing a Dermatology inpatient and outpatient service (see further detail on Roles and Responsibilities below).

Main duties of the job

• Support the existing Dermatology team in providing a Dermatology inpatient and outpatient service, Dermatology opinions for inpatient referrals, Virtual triage and Electronic Advice & Guidance (Teledermatology services) to GPs.
• They will work independently following allocation of patients by the Consultant Dermatologist team.
• Participate in weekly skin cancer MDT meetings.

Working for our organisation

At DCHFT, we pride ourselves on the care we provide for our patients, and on the culture, we are creating for our staff. We work hard to create a fair, inclusive environment for our staff.

Our Mission is to provide outstanding care for people in ways which matter to them, and our vision is Dorset County Hospital, working with our health and social care partners, will be at the heart of improving the well-being of our communities.

We are a Trust that celebrates diversity, and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from people in all under-represented groups.

We understand that AI can be a useful tool when completing your application. However, we are seeing an increasing over-reliance of AI tools, which can negatively affect your application as it reduces a candidate’s individuality, and makes it difficult for us to gain a clear and authentic understanding of your experience, skills, and in turn your suitability for the role.

All submissions must be truthful and if you do use AI, it should only be used to enhance your application and not create your supporting statement in its entirety. Your supporting statement should be in your own words and must accurately reflect your personal experience and achievements. Where we have concerns that AI has been used to generate content that misrepresents your experience and suitability for the role, we may withdraw your application.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

• Work closely with and help supervise the multi-professional group within the Dermatology department.
• Participate in supervision and training of other healthcare professionals, including GPs with Extended Roles in West Dorset, according to local agreement between Dorset County Hospital, commissioners and other providers.
• The post holder will be expected to follow all hospital and departmental policies including Health & Safety, Cross Infection, Safeguarding Adults and Safeguarding Children.
• The post holder will be expected to take part in departmental team meetings and discuss and contribute (where appropriate) to service developments

Person specification

Education, Qualifications & Training

• Full GMC Registration Dermatology specialist qualification (UK or equivalent)
• Qualification / previous training in surgery, internal medicine or paediatrics

Experience & Knowledge

• At least 4 years supervised training in a Dermatology Specialist Registrar UK training programme or overseas equivalent, Experience demonstrating ability to cope with demands of working independently in a District General Hospital
• A minimum of 12 years’ medical work (either continuous period or in aggregate) since obtaining a primary medical qualification, of which a minimum of six years should have been in a relevant specialty
• Experience demonstrating ability to cope with demands of working independently in a District General Hospital

Current Skills & Abilities & Knowledge

• Willingness and ability to fulfil the general service elements of the job description
• Evidence of the clinical skills required to fulfil the specialty elements of the job description

Team Working and Service Development

• Evidence of leadership, quality improvement, service development
• Evidence of team working and multidisciplinary working

Understanding and Participation in Clinical Governance

• Understanding of clinical governance
• Knowledge of, and direct involvement in audit
• Knowledge of principles of research, evidence of involvement in research

Management Training, Organisational Skills and Strategic Vision

• Evidence of management training and skills appropriate for the post
• Evidence of ability to contribute to the strategic direction of the Trust
• Knowledge of organisational aspects of the NHS

Teaching and communication

• Evidence of education and teaching experience and abilities appropriate to the post.
• Ability to present effectively to an audience
• Ability to communicate effectively

Our Mission

Outstanding care for people in ways which matter to them.

Our Vision

Dorset County Hospital, working with our health and social care partners, will be at the heart of improving the well-being of our communities.

Our Values

We are a Trust that celebrates diversity and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We would welcome applications from people in all under-represented groups.

For more information, please use the link below to read our joint strategy for Dorset County Hospital and Dorset Healthcare.

PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT INFORMATION CAREFULLY BEFORE YOU SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION

Please read the job description and person specification carefully to ensure your application reflects the knowledge, skills and experience required.

The closing date/interview date is subject to amendment; this vacancy may therefore expire at short notice, so we recommend that you submit an application at your earliest convenience. We reserve the right to close any vacancies without notice.

Shortlisted applicants will be contacted via email; therefore it is important that you check your personal email account regularly.

Unfortunately we are unable to respond to every application; if we do not contact you within 4 weeks of the closing date, please be advised that you not have been shortlisted on this occasion.

You can contact us on 01305 254655 to find out whether you have been shortlisted or if you would like feedback.

Employer certification / accreditation badges

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.