Specialist Registered Dermatology Consultant

The Methodist Church in Britain; Birmingham, West Midlands, Metchley; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Health Harmonie is seeking a consultant dermatologist for a four-month post in community-based dermatology, delivering consultant-led outpatient services in partnership with the NHS. The role focuses on eczema, psoriasis, skin lesions and minor surgery, with biopsies, excisions and cryotherapy performed closer to patients.

GMC registration with specialist dermatology accreditation and DBS clearance are required.

Qualifications

• Completed specialist training in dermatology at consultant level or equivalent.
• GMC registration with specialist dermatology accreditation

Responsibilities

• Assessing, diagnosing and treating patients with skin conditions in community-based outpatient settings.
• Carrying out minor surgical procedures such as excisions, biopsies and cryotherapy.
• Performing diagnostic procedures including dermoscopy and skin biopsies.
• Developing treatment plans and conducting clinical consultations.
• Ensuring compliance with clinical governance and NHS interface guidance.
• Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver patient-centred care.
• Participating in audit, teaching and service development.

Job description

This four-month consultant post sits in the community-based dermatology team at Health Harmonie, which runs consultant-led outpatient services in partnership with the NHS. The work covers assessing and treating conditions such as eczema, psoriasis and skin lesions, alongside minor surgery. The role is distinct for its focus on procedures such as biopsies, excisions and cryotherapy, delivered closer to patients' homes. Fit depends on GMC registration with specialist dermatology accreditation, and DBS clearance is also required.

What the job involves

• Assessing, diagnosing and treating patients with skin conditions, including chronic eczema, psoriasis, acne, rosacea and skin infections
• Managing benign and malignant skin lesions
• Carrying out minor surgical procedures such as excisions, biopsies, cryotherapy and intralesional injections
• Performing diagnostic procedures including dermoscopy and skin biopsies
• Conducting clinical consultations and developing treatment plans
• Ensuring compliance with clinical governance, CQC standards and NHS interface guidance
• Working with multidisciplinary teams to deliver patient-centred care
• Taking part in audit, teaching and service development

What’s required

Qualifications

• Completed specialist training in dermatology at consultant level or equivalent

Registration & licences

• GMC registration with specialist dermatology accreditation

Skills & knowledge

• Strong diagnostic and procedural skills in dermatology and minor surgery
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills

Checks & eligibility

• DBS clearance

Nice to have

• Previous experience in outpatient or community dermatology services