About this role
Job summary
The need for Consultant Dermatologists who are trained to a higher level in Medical Dermatology than the current CCT standard necessitates a post-CCT curriculum in Advanced Medical Dermatology .
This fellowship is designed to deliver the Post-CCT curriculum and to enable the post holder to rapidly acquire skills needed to deliver high quality specialist services for complex medical dermatology patients in specific areas of sub-specialisation.
Post-CCT Fellows will be expected to deliver service within the NHS appropriate to a newly qualified consultant, but will gain experience of independent practice in advanced medical dermatology in a working environment where there is support from highly experienced specialists.
Fellowship training usually occurs over 12 months but may be extended to support less than full time training.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be working at level of junior consultant, with competence to deal with general medical dermatology in an unsupervised capacity, but with provision of supervision for tertiary referral level specialist work.
The post will include will include: out-patient clinics and on call, including review of acute ward referrals; supervision of trainees on call and in clinic, attendance at relevant MDT meetings and regular biopsy list.
Clinics should include a specialist biologics clinic in psoriasis, specialist biologics clinic in eczema, specialist clinic in hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) , and flexibility to include other clinics depending on candidate choice, eg specialist clinic in blistering, oral dermatology, Lymphoma, Graft versus Host Disease (GVHD), severe urticaria, hair loss, connective tissue disease.
About us
University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is one of the largest acute Trusts in the country, bringing together a combined workforce of over 13,000 staff and over 100 different clinical services across 10 different sites, serving a core population of more than 500,000 people across South West England. UHBW has been rated by the CQC as 'Good' overall and our staff are proud to deliver excellent care to the people of Bristol, Weston and beyond. As a forward- thinking multi-award winning Trust and a digital exemplar committed to improving patient care, our world-leading research and innovations are having a positive local and global impact. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone's throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that the South West has to offer. UHBW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your application in order to ensure we're meeting our pledge.
Job description Job responsibilities
Applicants must have successfully completed Core Medical Training or Acute Care Common Stem training and have completed Dermatology Specialty training.
Essential criteria:
UK CCT in Dermatology (or equivalent)
Demonstrated interest in medical dermatology
Ability to work in team
Ability to support and supervise junior staff
Person Specification
Knowledge and Experience Essential
oUp to date Knowledge and experience of dermatology oKnowledge of NHS priorities with reference to Dermatology
Desirable
oBroad range of IT skills
Skills and Abilities Essential
oEvidence of thorough and broad training and experience in dermatology oAble to take responsibility for delivering service without direct supervision
Desirable
oEvidence of a special interest and expertise that complement those of other consultants in the department and is consistent with the trust service strategy.
Qualifications and Training Essential
oFull and specialist registration with the General Medical Council (GMC) in Dermatology Or oEligible for specialist registration with six months of interview Or oHolder of Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) or evidence of within six months of award of CCT or equivalent by date of interview
Desirable
oHigh academic qualifications eg MSc, MD or phD
Additional and Aptitudes Essential
oAbility to communicate effectively with patients, relatives, clinical colleagues, support staff and other colleagues. oGood knowledge of, and ability to use spoken and written English. oAbility to present effectively to an audience, using a variety of methods, and to respond to questions and queries. oAbility to develop effective working relationships on and individual basis with all levels of staff both within and across divisions. oAbility to be a flexible team member
Management & Leadership Essential
oEvidence of management training and evidence of learning from it. oAbility to organise efficient and smooth running of specialist service. oAbility to cope with and effectively organise the workload of a consultant oAbility to practice independently as a consultant oAbility to work under pressure and cope with setbacks oAbility to take on responsibility and show evidence of leadership
Desirable
oDemonstration of knowledge of NHS management structures oManagement Experience
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 University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW)
Address Bristol Royal Infirmary
Upper Maudlin Street
Bristol
BS2 8HW
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.uhbw.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)