Specialty Doctor in Dermatology
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This temporary top up will be in place until the annual pay uplift for 2025/26 is confirmed
Job overview
Applications are invited for the above post from all registered medical practitioners wishing to consolidate or extend their dermatological skills. The post is within a dynamic dermatology department based at Ysbyty Glan Clwyd in beautiful North Wales.Glan Clwyd Hospital is one of the three hospitals in North Wales which contribute to the North Wales Dermatology Higher Training Scheme and this post has arisen due to maternity leave within that scheme.
The successful applicant will be supported in their professional development and will gain excellent clinical and teaching experience.
Glan Clwyd Hospital has recently gone through a major refurbishment and the Dermatology Outpatient Department now offers a modern up to date clinical facility.
Main duties of the job
INTRODUCTION
Applications are invited for a Locum Appointment for a Service Specialty doctor in Dermatology. This exciting opportunity has arisen to cover 6 sessions within the North Wales Dermatology higher training programme. The dermatology department at Glan Clwyd delivers outpatient services for patients with skin cancer and inflammatory skin diseases.In addition, the department provides specialist clinics in patch testing, paediatrics and acne as well as supporting in patients with acute dermatological diseases. The post is available from December 2023 for a fixed term of 12 months, with a view to extension.
Applications are welcomed from all registered medical practitioners wishing to consolidate or extend their dermatological skills. The post will provide an excellent platform for candidates who are considering a career in dermatology. The post is based at Glan Clwyd District General Hospital, Bodelwyddan, Rhyl.
JOB PLAN
6 sessions will support an increase capacity within the high demand patients group of Urgent Suspected Cancer out-patients, USC Minor operation treatment and also over clinical target surveillance patients.
Working for our organisation
Glan Clwyd is part of the largest health Board in Wales and, is a fully integrated organisation which provides a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of almost 700,000.
North Wales has a wide variety of activities and attractions all surrounded by stunning scenery. Chester is 30 minutes away and the cities of Liverpool and Manchester are within easy reach. There is affordable quality housing and excellent private and state schools.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
You can find the attached full job description and person specification in the supporting documents.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria- Fully registered with the GMC
- MRCP Part 1 + 2 (written)
Clinical Experience
Essential criteria- Ability to take responsibility for clinical care of patients Previous relevant clinical experience working in dermatology at SHO/FY2 level or above in the UK
- Experience in minor operations with an ability to competently perform supervised lists
Management & Administration
Essential criteria- Able to organise and manage priorities Evidence of continuing professional development
- Experience of audit Experience of service development.
Teaching & Research
Essential criteria- Ability to teach
- Experience of teaching to undergraduates and postgraduates
Personal Attributes
Essential criteria- Honesty & Reliability
- Capacity to work co-operatively with others and work effectively in a multi-disciplinary team
- Enquiring, critical approach to work
- Caring attitude to patients
- Ability to communicate effectively with patients, relatives, GP’s, Nurse and other agencies
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