About this role
Job summary
The Department of Dermatology is seeking onepart-time (6 PA) substantive consultant. The post holder will run a range of clinics based at University Hospital Lewisham (UHL). This post will include general adult, paediatrics dermatology clinics and skin cancer clinics. The post also includes inpatient review of acute dermatology referrals. The post may have a requirement for flexible working across other South East London dermatology sites depending on service demand. We are looking for a dynamic applicant(s) who is committed to excellence in patient care and who is forward-looking as we explore innovative ways of delivering our services.
Main duties of the job
Provide high quality Dermatology care in out-patient clinics and perform high quality surgery within the appropriate level of Attend required MDT and CPD events Perform regular ward rounds with clinical There is no out of hours on call commitment but the Dermatology team are closely involved in the care of in-patients where needed. Provide high quality support to GP colleagues in hospital and Provide leadership to the department, encouraging development of services with colleagues both in and outside the organisation.
About us
Our people are our greatest asset. When we feel supported and happy at work, this positivity reaches those very people we are here for, the patients. Engaged employees perform at their best and our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) initiatives contribute to cultivate a culture of engagement. We have four staff networks, a corporate EDI Team and a suite of programmes and events which aim to insert the 5 aspirations:
Improving representation at senior levels of staff with disabilities, from black, Asian, and ethnic minorities background, identify as LGBTQ+ and women, through improved recruitment and leadership development Widening access (anchor institution) and employability Improving the experience of staff with disability Improving the EDI literacy and confidence of trust staff through training and development Making equalities mainstream
Job description Job responsibilities
The job plan is anticipated to contain 8 Programmed Activities per week on average to be carried out at the UHL site. This is an outline programme and you will be expected to discuss and agree a detailed job plan including your personal and professional objectives with your Clinical Lead within 3 months of your start date.
The job plan will be negotiated between the consultant and his/her Clinical Lead at least annually.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
MBBS or equivalent MRCP GMC registration and hold a License to Practice On the GMC specialist register for Dermatology or hold CCT in Dermatology or be within six months of obtaining CCT at date of interview or equivalent experience.
Desirable
Distinctions, scholarships, prizes Other higher degrees, e.g. BSc, PhD, MD.MSc, MD, PhD
Clinical Experience Essential
Comprehensive clinical experience in Dermatology
Clinical Skills Essential
Significant expertise in the management of secondary dermatology, cancer, general adult and paediatric dermatology patients
Desirable
Subspecialty training and interest to compliment service and development
Teaching Experience Essential
Experience of teaching and training undergraduates, postgraduates and junior medical staff.
Desirable
Formal Teaching qualification. Evidence of ability to lead and develop a teaching programme
Management & Administrative Experience Essential
Communication; Ability to communicate with clarity and intelligently in written and spoken English; ability to build rapport, listen, persuade/ negotiate. Accountability; Ability to take responsibility, lead, make decisions and exert appropriate authority. Staff Management; Experience of performance management, developing and motivating staff. Finance; Knowledge of finance and budgets.
Desirable
Experience in service business case An understanding of corpocracy in the NHS Service development or improvement projects
Research Experience Essential
Knowledge of research methodology and clinical trials
Desirable
Evidence of personal research projects and their presentation. Publications in peer-reviewed journals
Other Attributes Essential
Ability to establish a good professional relationship with colleagues Effective communicator and team player Credibility, probity and integrity
Audit, Management and IT Essential
Understanding of the principles of clinical governance and clinical risk Understanding and experience of audit Evidence of participation in clinical audit.
Desirable
Track record of service development.
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 Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust
Address University Hospital Lewisham
High Street, Lewisham,
London,
SE13 6LH
Employer's website https://www.lewishamandgreenwich.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)