Specialty Doctor in Dermatology

University Hospital Southampton NHS FT; Southampton; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is inviting applications for a Specialty Doctor in Dermatology based at Royal South Hants Hospital, with possible duties across Southampton General Hospital and other sites. Start date: January 2027.

The role covers general dermatology clinics, skin cancer clinics and skin cancer surgery, with opportunities to develop a subspecialty interest within medical dermatology, working alongside a supportive multidisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• MBBS or equivalent medical qualification and GMC registration.
• Minimum of 4 years post-registration experience in dermatology.
• Commitment to patient-centred care and continuous professional development.

Responsibilities

• Provide general dermatology, skin cancer clinics and skin cancer surgery.
• Deliver comprehensive outpatient and surgical dermatology services.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team and develop subspecialty interests.

Skills

Time management

Decision making

Communication

Leadership

Education

MBBS or equivalent medical qualification

GMC registration

MRCP or equivalent

Job description

Job Overview

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.

Job Title: Specialty Doctor in Dermatology

Start Date: January 2027

Contract Type: Permanent

Further details about the role can be found in the job description below.

Main duties of the job

We are delighted to offer an exciting opportunity for a Specialty Doctor to join our Dermatology team, based at Royal South Hants Hospital, with the potential to work across Southampton General Hospital, peripheral hospitals and other healthcare sites. As part of our team, you will work collaboratively with colleagues, helping to deliver excellent services and ensuring the highest standards of patient care.

We are looking for a motivated, skilled and compassionate clinician with a strong commitment to delivering high-quality, patient-centred dermatology care. The role will involve providing comprehensive specialist outpatient and surgical services, including general dermatology clinics, skin cancer clinics and skin cancer surgery, with opportunities to develop or contribute to a subspecialty interest within medical dermatology. You will work alongside a supportive, collaborative multidisciplinary team that values clinical excellence, shared learning and continuous improvement.

This is an opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to the assessment and management of a diverse range of dermatological conditions, helping to improve patient outcomes, enhance the patient experience and deliver safe, effective and compassionate care. The successful candidate is expected to commence in January 2027.

Working for our organisation

As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. UHS is rated ‘Good’ by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care.

We support flexible working and will consider requests taking into account the needs of the service. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.

Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 30% lower than London and 17 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.

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Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities

You will be responsible for supporting the delivery of safe, effective, and patient-centred care while working collaboratively with colleagues across the organisation.

You will participate in general dermatology clinics, assessing and managing a broad range of dermatological conditions, and will have the opportunity to contribute to specialist medical dermatology services and develop an area of subspecialty interest.

The role will also include participation in skin cancer clinics and skin cancer surgery.

Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details of the role, including responsibilities, requirements, and essential criteria.

Additional Information

The successful candidate will be employed under the terms and conditions of service for Specialty Doctors (England) 2021.

Proposed interview date: 4th December 2026

This vacancy closes on or before 9th November 2026

Person specification

Qualifications, Training & Experience

Essential criteria

• MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
• Primary medical qualification recognised by the GMC
• GMC registration
• MRCP or equivalent
• Minimum of 4 years post registration experience in dermatology

Desirable criteria

• MRCP Derm (on specialist register)
• Experience of teaching
• Experience in Quality Improvement

Aptitudes and Skills

Essential criteria

• Demonstrate evidence of being able to manage/prioritise time, manage information effectively, prioritise clinical need, Ability to maximise safety and minimise risk, Monitor developing situations and anticipate issues
• Evidence of thoroughness (is well-prepared, shows self- discipline/commitment, is punctual and meets deadlines)
• Demonstrates initiative and resilience to cope with changing circumstances, pressure and managing uncertainty
• Capacity to use logical/lateral thinking to solve problems/make decisions, indicating an analytical/scientific approach
• Ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team

Desirable criteria

• Evidence of relevant academic and research achievements, e.g. degrees, prizes, awards, distinctions, publications, presentations, other achievements
• Evidence of involvement in an audit project, a quality improvement project, formal research project or other activity
• Ability to show leadership, make decisions, organise and motivate other team members; for the benefit of patients through, for example, audit and quality improvement projects
• Shows evidence of commitment to continuing medical education

Living the Trust Values

Essential criteria

• Able to demonstrate behaviours that meet the Trust Values: Patients First
• Able to demonstrate behaviours that meet the Trust Values: Working Together
• Able to demonstrate behaviours that meet the Trust Values: Always Improving