Specialty Doctor in Dermatology

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board; Rhyl; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in North Wales is seeking a registered medical practitioner for a fixed-term dermatology locum position. This role involves supporting outpatient services, including skin cancer and inflammatory skin diseases, and requires strong organisational and teaching skills. The position offers 6 clinical sessions per week and is based in a modern department with potential for extension beyond the initial 12 months.

Qualifications

• Previous dermatology experience at SHO/FY2 level or above in the UK.
• Ability to manage clinical care.

Responsibilities

• Support increased capacity in urgent suspected cancer outpatient services.
• Conduct minor procedures and manage clinical surveillance patients.

Skills

Organisational skills

Teaching

Effective communication

Education

Fully registered with the GMC

MRCP Part 1 + 2 (written)

Job description

Applications are invited for a dermatology post at Glan Clwyd Hospital, North Wales, suitable for registered medical practitioners seeking to consolidate or extend their dermatological skills.

The position is based in a modern dermatology department supporting a range of outpatient services, including skin cancer, inflammatory skin diseases, patch testing, paediatrics, and acne. It is a fixed-term locum appointment for 12 months starting December 2023, with potential for extension, supporting 6 clinical sessions per week.

Main Duties

The role involves supporting increased capacity in urgent suspected cancer outpatient services, minor procedures, and clinical surveillance patients.

About Us

Glan Clwyd Hospital is part of Wales' largest health board, providing comprehensive healthcare services to nearly 700,000 people. The area offers scenic attractions, with easy access to Chester, Liverpool, and Manchester, alongside affordable housing and good schools.

Job Description

Full details of responsibilities and person specifications are available in the attached documents.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Essential: Fully registered with the GMC
• Desirable: MRCP Part 1 + 2 (written)

Clinical Experience

• Essential: Ability to manage clinical care; previous dermatology experience at SHO/FY2 level or above in the UK
• Desirable: Experience in minor operations with supervised list management

Management & Administration

• Essential: Organisational skills; evidence of CPD
• Desirable: Experience in audit and service development

Teaching & Research

• Essential: Ability to teach
• Desirable: Experience teaching undergraduates and postgraduates

Personal Attributes

• Honesty and reliability
• Teamwork and effective communication skills
• Critical and enquiring approach
• Caring attitude towards patients