Consultant in Dermatology (YC72) - Dermatology - Bradford Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Employer Bradford Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Employer type NHS

Site Bradford Teaching Hospitals

Town Bradford

Salary £105,504 – £139,882 per annum

Salary period Yearly

Closing 09/02/2025 23:59

YC72

Job overview

Ready to take the next step in your career? Join our innovative, patient-centered Dermatology Department as a Consultant Dermatologist in a permanent role at St Luke’s Hospital .

Why Choose Bradford?

• Collaborative Team : Work with a skilled Dermatology and Plastics team delivering exceptional care.
• Work-Life Balance : Enjoy a 10 PA job plan with no formal out-of-hours commitments.
• Career Development : Specialize, innovate, and grow in a supportive environment.
• State-of-the-Art Facilities : Our Trust is known for modern infrastructure and innovative healthcare practices.

Your Role

• Provide outstanding care for dermatology and skin cancer patients.
• Lead Fast Track Clinics, outpatient appointments, and procedure lists.
• Participate in MDT meetings and manage urgent inpatient referrals during working hours.

What We’re Looking For

• Expertise in medical dermatology and dermatological surgery.
• Essential : Membership of the Royal College of Physicians (or equivalent) and full GMC registration . Applicants must be on the GMC Specialist Register or within six months of completing their training.

How to Apply
For informal discussions or visits, contact:

The duties outlined below are not definitive and may be changed in accordance with the needs of the service. The post holder will be expected to undertake the following duties:

• To provide outpatient clinic and procedure lists for inflammatory skin disease and skin cancer patients in the adult and paediatric population.
• To be an active member of the skin cancer multidisciplinary team, with regular attendance at the alternate week MDT meetings.
• To provide support, training and governance to nurses and any junior medical staff in the team.
• To provide a comprehensive Dermatology service, in collaboration with other Dermatologists, including inpatient care and referrals, outpatient referrals and treatment and telephone or electronic advice and guidance to local GPs.

Working for our organisation

Bradford Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides acute services for the City of Bradford and surrounding areas, and has two large Hospitals; Bradford Royal Infirmary and St. Luke’s Hospital. All main specialties are represented in Bradford, and the Trust has a base of 900 beds. For further information regarding the Trust please visit the Trust’s website.

The Trust is committed to improving the working lives of its staff; we aim for a flexible approach to working hours, and have a number of family friendly policies.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Job Role and Responsibilities

Below is an overview of the key duties and responsibilities of this role. These are not definitive and may be adjusted to meet the evolving needs of the service:

Clinical Responsibilities

• Conduct outpatient clinics for adult dermatology patients, delivering high-quality, patient-centered care.
• Actively participate as a member of the Dermatology MDT , including attendance at regular MDT meetings.
• Provide a comprehensive dermatology service , including inpatient care, outpatient referrals, treatments, and electronic or telephone-based advice and guidance for local GPs.
• Collaborate with colleagues in the hospital and community to develop and enhance integrated dermatology services for patients in the region.
• Provide training, support, and governance for nurses, junior medical staff, GP trainees, and regional medical students, ensuring knowledge sharing and adherence to best practices.

Clinical Governance and Development

• Contribute to the development and maintenance of clinical protocols to ensure service excellence and patient safety.
• Actively engage in clinical audit, CPD, and research , with access to a dedicated study leave budget for appropriate professional development activities.
• Comply with annual appraisal and revalidation programmes and participate in the Trust’s and CBU’s clinical governance processes, including monthly half-day sessions.
• Introduce new techniques and innovations within appropriate ethical, clinical, and audit frameworks after approval from relevant stakeholders.

Management and Leadership Responsibilities

• Provide support to the Lead Dermatologist in strategy development, policy implementation, and service planning as part of the Clinical Service Unit (CSU).
• Work flexibly with colleagues to achieve the hospital’s planned dermatology activity and to meet the Trust’s targets for patient care and rights .
• Assist in the cost-effective utilisation of resources, including equipment, drugs, and staffing, within budgetary constraints.
• Promote the collective aims of the CSU and Trust, contributing to high levels of patient care, operational efficiency, and teamwork.

Professional Competence and Supervision

• Maintain responsibility for personal clinical competence and undertake activities aligned with areas of expertise.
• Supervise junior staff and students to ensure safe, effective care and address any issues as they arise.
• Ensure all patients receive equal, timely, and effective care , escalating concerns when necessary.

Personal and Professional Development

• Support and encourage the development of personal clinical or research interests , in collaboration with the team, as appropriate.
• Stay informed of advances in dermatology and continuously enhance skills to meet evolving service requirements.

The role requires the post holder to work within the Trust’s framework for corporate governance, complying with all standing orders, financial instructions, and policies to ensure effective service delivery.

This position represents an outstanding opportunity for an enthusiastic clinician to make a meaningful impact on dermatology services while advancing personal and professional development.

Person specification

Experience

• Completion of an approved period of training in Dermatology

Qualifications

• MBChB or equivalent. MRCP or FRCS or equivalent to speciality – (UK) or equivalent. CCT or within 6 months of AAC date. Specialist registration in Dermatology, or within 6-months of completion. On Specialist Register with GMC and continue to hold a licence to practise.

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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