About this role
Job summary
This a service development post intended to promote excellence in our diagnostic dermatopathology and diagnostic cytology service and best-in-class care for the patients in our region and beyond. The appointee would be expected to have an established interest in dermatopathology and diagnostic cytology. This will enable the appointee to support our existing team of consultant dermatopathologists to develop their diagnostic expertise to the very highest level. It is hoped that the appointee's contribution to the life of the department will foster excellence in dermatopathology and diagnostic cytology among our specialty trainees.
Applicants should have a CCT or be within six months of achieving this at the date of interview or be listed on the GMC's specialist register to be eligible for application for a substantive post. CESR applicants are welcome and must have their CESR in place at the time of interview.
Main duties of the job
Dermatopathology:
The current dermatopathology team supports the dermatology, plastic surgery, and oculoplastic surgery services in Bristol. We receive skin specimens from Bristol and neighbouring areas. The existing dermatopathology team consists of five specialist dermatopathologists. This is a part-time post for a specialist skin pathologist to support the existing dermatopathology team, to promote diagnostic excellence, and provide a framework for developing a leading dermatopathology centre here at NBT. The specialist skin team supports three MDTs (see details in the MDT section) and specialised services such as Mohs surgery and sentinel lymph node biopsies.
Diagnostic Cytology:
The diagnostic cytology team report a wide range of specimen types, submitted from NBT and UHBW. This post is to provide more resilience to the diagnostic cytology team.
About us
North Bristol NHS Trust employs over 12,000 staff providing healthcare to the residents of Bristol, South Gloucestershire and North Somerset from our award-winning hospital building at Southmead. We are the regional Major Trauma Centre, and an internationally recognised centre of excellence in a range of services and major specialities. Our vision is that by enabling our teams to be the best that they can be, we will provide exceptional healthcare, personally delivered.
North Bristol NHS Trust values all people as individuals. We aim to be an anti-discriminatory organisation and are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We welcome applicants from all underrepresented groups.
Job description Job responsibilities
ermatopathology:
The current dermatopathology team supports the dermatology, plastic surgery, and oculoplastic surgery services in Bristol. We receive skin specimens from Bristol and neighbouring areas. The existing dermatopathology team consists of five specialist dermatopathologists. This is a part-time post for a specialist skin pathologist to support the existing dermatopathology team, to promote diagnostic excellence, and provide a framework for developing a leading dermatopathology centre here at NBT. The specialist skin team supports three MDTs (see details in the MDT section) and specialised services such as Mohs surgery and sentinel lymph node biopsies.
Diagnostic Cytology:
The diagnostic cytology team report a wide range of specimen types, submitted from NBT and UHBW. This post is to provide more resilience to the diagnostic cytology team.
Person Specification
Qualifications And Registration Essential
Full and specialist registration (and with a licence to practise) with the General Medical Council (GMC) (or be eligible for registration within six months of interview) Applicants that are UK trained must ALSO be a holder of a Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) or be within six months of award of CCT or equivalent by date of interview. Applicants that are non-UK trained, will be required to show evidence of equivalence to the UK CCT FRCPath or show evidence of equivalent qualification
Desirable
Higher academic qualification (e.g., MD or PhD) Management qualification
Training And Experience Essential
Knowledge of the NHS Healthcare system and of Cellular Pathology service redesign processes Sub-specialty interest in Dermatopathology Experience of developing and providing training in specialist Dermatopathology
Desirable
Recent experience and familiarity of UK hospital systems and practices (or equivalent).
Further Training, Management, Audit Essential
Evidence of participation in Clinical Audit projects. Awareness of the requirements of clinical governance and experience in merging processes to single system demands
Desirable
Completion of a general management course or programme.
Research, Teaching, Publications Essential
Commitment to undertake teaching and training of medical and dental undergraduates and postgraduates Demonstrable research experience. Published research and peer review publications
Desirable
Published research and peer review publications Experience in the teaching of undergraduates and clinical trainees Ability to teach effectively Willingness to lead medical staff and biomedical scientists in research activities
Leadership and Teamwork Essential
Proven ability to build and maintain effective teams Have a positive attitude towards members of the wider healthcare team Evidence of good organizational and compassionate leadership skills Evidence of positive development and change management An understanding of positive leadership in the context of healthcare
Desirable
Evidence of attendance at a healthcare management course
Communication Skills Essential
Is empathetic and sensitive to the needs of others including patients and colleagues. An ability to explain complex and sensitive information, sometimes under stressful circumstances to others. Must be able to influence and persuade effectively. Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills in order to write and present management reports as required.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check 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.
Certificate of Sponsorship 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).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer name North Bristol NHS Trust
Address Southmead Hospital
North Bristol NHS Trust
Bristol
BS10 5NB
Employer's website https://www.nbt.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)