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Job summary

Main area
Dermatology
Grade
NHS Medical & Dental: Consultant
Contract
Permanent
Hours
  • Full time
  • Flexible working
10 sessions per week (10 PA's)
Job ref
344-2940CONSAC-I
Employer
East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust
Employer type
NHS
Site
Kent and Canterbury Hospital
Town
Canterbury
Salary
£105,504 - £139,882 pro rata, (per annum where applicable)
Salary period
Yearly
Closing
29/12/2024 23:59
Interview date
04/02/2025

Employer heading

East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust logo

Consultant Dermatology Surgeon

NHS Medical & Dental: Consultant

Job overview

This is a fulltime 10 PA Consultant Dermatology Surgeon Dermatology post with activity based mainly at the Friends Dermatology Centre within the Kent and Canterbury Hospital (KCH) in Canterbury. East Kent has a highly regarded, active, established surgical and Mohs micrographic surgery service that has been developed over many years with leading UK dermatologic surgeons at the helm. An energetic and enthusiastic colleague with an interest in Skin cancer and advanced Skin surgery is being sought with occasional clinics.

Main duties of the job

Role specific duties-   The general responsibilities of the post will be those expected of a senior clinical employee of the Trust. These include provision of a first-class clinical service, effective leadership to all staff involved in supporting the service, conducting clinical practice in accordance with the highest ethical standards, co-operation with and maintenance of confidentiality over business plans and development strategies within the Trust, support for other clinical specialties and contribution to postgraduate teaching. The appointee will be expected to deliver a service covering all aspects of dermatology, but a special interest to complement those of the existing consultants would be encouraged.

Working for our organisation

We are one of the largest hospital trusts in England, with three acute hospitals and community sites serving a local population of around 700,000. We also provide specialist services for Kent and Medway.

We’re on an exciting journey of transformation. With a new Medical School at the centre of our community, a focus on research, clinical leadership and making our trust a rewarding and friendly place to work, there’s never been a better time to join us.

Through our Family First scheme we pledge to find roles for partners of consultants offered a substantive post - For more information please visit https://www.ekhuft.nhs.uk/careers/family-first-scheme/ 

We also offer removal expenses (substantive positions), up to 32 days’ annual leave and active support for study, quality improvement and patient safety work as part of our ‘We care’ improvement journey, and medical education and research.

*Please note that the set Interview Date has been added as guidance and may be subject to change. *

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Role specific duties-   The general responsibilities of the post will be those expected of a senior clinical employee of the Trust. These include provision of a first-class clinical service, effective leadership to all staff involved in supporting the service, conducting clinical practice in accordance with the highest ethical standards, co-operation with and maintenance of confidentiality over business plans and development strategies within the Trust, support for other clinical specialties and contribution to postgraduate teaching. The appointee will be expected to deliver a service covering all aspects of dermatology, but a special interest to complement those of the existing consultants would be encouraged.

Your commitments

We are focused on providing outstanding, safe patient care, and a positive working culture that benefits staff and patients alike. This is why we ask you to:  

  • Comply with GMC guidance, all clinical risk management processes and national and local infection control policies and procedures

  • Audit your clinical outcomes, report clinical incidents and alert the trust to risk

  • Participate in annual appraisal and work to foster good team relationships

  • Communicate effectively with all other medical and service departments within the hospital, and with GPs and other hospitals, to ensure continuous care for each patient

  • Undertake non-emergency work during premium time as required

  • Respond to patient complaints in line with our complaints policy

  • Support the Trust’s financial sustainability by collaborating with your clinical and operational directors on budget issues

  • Help us keep services running smoothly by giving eight weeks’ notice of annual and study leave.

Teaching

We’re passionate about teaching, so you’ll play your part in teaching the next generation of doctors, nurses and other clinical staff. We’ll ask you to help recruit junior staff and supervise their education, including their educational contracts, regular appraisal, study leave, annual leave and rotas – and make sure you keep up-to-date on educational development. If you’re a new consultant, If you’re a new consultant, you’ll be asked to enrol on an approved educational supervisor accreditation course by our medical educational department.  

Research

We are one of the most research-active acute Trusts in the region and we encourage all newly appointed Consultants to take on the role of Principal Investigator, with full training and support.

Values

We care about our values of caring, safe, respect and making a difference. We’ll ask you to demonstrate these values during the recruitment process and throughout your appointment – and you can expect us to do the same. 

 

Person specification

Qualifications and training

Essential criteria
  • Full GMC Registration
  • Eligible for entry onto the GMC Specialist Register or CCT within 6 months of interview
  • Minimum of English Level 2 (GCSE grade C or equivalent), ILETS, or graduate of a UK Medical School
  • Wide knowledge and experience in Dermatology
Desirable criteria
  • Surgical experience in advanced skin grafts and flaps
  • Mohs training

Skills and experience

Essential criteria
  • Previous NHS experience
  • Experience of teaching

Clinical governance

Essential criteria
  • Audit participation

Personal/professional attributes

Essential criteria
  • Upholds and models the Trust values

Other requirements

Essential criteria
  • Most roles require an on-call commitment and travel across sites. Candidates must be able to demonstrate the ability to travel effectively between sites

Employer certification / accreditation badges

NHS Pastoral Care Quality AwardThe Employers Network for Equality & Inclusion is the leading employer network covering all aspects of equality and inclusion in the workplace.Apprenticeships logoNo smoking policyMenopause Friendly EmployerAge positiveInvestors in People: GoldDefence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) - BronzeImproving working livesMindful employer.  Being positive about mental health.Disability confident employerThe Employers Network for Equality & Inclusion (enei) is the UK's leading employer network covering all aspects of equality and inclusion issues in the workplace.Prince's Trust - Proud to support the Prince's trust - Youth can do itStep into healthHappy to Talk Flexible WorkingArmed Forces Covenant

Applicant requirements

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

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Further details / informal visits contact

Name
Asha rajeev
Job title
Consultant Dermatology Lead
Email address
[email protected]
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