Dermatologist - Consultant

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Consultant Dermatologist to join a dynamic Dermatology service in North West England. This fixed-term post offers the opportunity to provide high-quality consultant-led Dermatology care across outpatient clinics, skin cancer services, minor operations and inpatient referrals. A specialist interest is welcomed, with dedicated time available for teaching, clinical governance, research and continuing professional development. There are no on-call commitments, providing an excellent work-life balance.

Responsibilities

Deliver consultant-led Dermatology outpatient clinics; Undertake minor skin surgery procedures; Manage urgent and routine GP referrals; Provide inpatient Dermatology consultations and advice for other specialities; Participate in multidisciplinary skin cancer meetings; Contribute to departmental management and service development; Supervise junior doctors and multidisciplinary staff; Participate in audit, quality improvement, teaching and research; Support clinical governance and evidence-based practice; Deliver Advice & Guidance sessions and direct patient administration

Requirements

Full GMC Registration with Licence to Practise; Entry on the GMC Specialist Register (or within six months of CCT); MBBS or equivalent medical qualification; MRCP (UK) or equivalent qualification; Previous NHS experience; Clinical expertise in managing a broad range of Dermatology conditions; Ability to provide expert clinical opinion and supervise patient management; Experience supervising doctors and allied healthcare professionals; Evidence of teaching and training; Experience undertaking clinical audit and quality improvement; Excellent communication and multidisciplinary working skills; Up-to-date knowledge and commitment to safe clinical practice; Good organisational, prioritisation and IT skills; Ability to work effectively under pressure

Nice to have

MD/PhD or equivalent higher qualification; Research experience, publications or presentations; Experience supervising medical students and speciality trainees; Peer review or formal feedback demonstrating teaching ability; Ability to apply research outcomes to clinical practice

Benefits

No on-call commitments; Dedicated time for CPD, teaching, audit and research; Excellent work-life balance