Consultant Dermatologist | Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust in Luton

This post is based in the Dermatology department located in Arndale House, The Poynt, Luton (Luton and Dunstable University Hospital). The post holder will play a full part in the work of the department and will be expected to provide leadership to maintain and develop Dermatology services. The post holder will share equitable responsibilities with their professional colleagues and will contribute to the governance arrangements of the service line.

They will be expected to provide Dermatology cover for in-patient referrals but there is no on call out of hour’s rota. The post holder will be required to cover for colleagues during periods of absence. He/she will have continuing responsibility for patients in his/her care and the proper functioning of the department. The post holder will be expected to attend the Local Cancer Multidisciplinary Team meetings as a core member or cover as appropriate.

The post holder will be encouraged to develop a special interest in line with the departmental strategy to expand its range of specialist services. This might include dermatological surgery, contact dermatitis or phototherapy. The Locum Consultant will be expected to work with the local managers, general practitioners and other medical and professional clinical colleagues in the efficient running of the service.

The appointee will be expected to take an active part in the clinical supervision of Specialist Registrars. Medical students from UCLH sit in clinics. Maintenance of the highest clinical standards in the management of all patients presenting to the Trust. To share the management of adult and paediatric patients with dermatology conditions referred to the Trust, with colleagues in the Dermatology Directorate.

Clinical supervision of junior doctors. Supporting the Dermatology clinical nurse specialists. To actively participate in both Directorate and Trust matters relating to Clinical Governance and audit. To have responsibility for and actively participate in continuing professional development (CPD).

The Locum Consultant will be responsible for the training and supervision of junior medical staff who work with him/her and the Locum Consultant will devote time for this activity on a regular basis in clinics and MDTs. The appointee will be expected to carry out audit projects. He/she may also undertake research.

Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides hospital services to a growing population of around 700,000 people living across Bedfordshire and the surrounding areas across two busy hospital sites in Bedford and Luton. Both hospital sites offer key services such as A&E, Obstetrics-led Maternity and Paediatrics. You will be joining a friendly, high performing Trust committed to ensuring the health and wellbeing of staff.

As one of the largest NHS Trusts in our region you will have access to a programme of high quality training and development to help you grow your career. The Trust continues to be committed to delivering the best patient care using the best clinical knowledge and technology.

Our Values

We not only recruit based on qualifications and experience - we recruit individuals who demonstrate the behaviours which underpin our Trusts core values. We achieve this by using values based recruitment. We are dedicated to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible for everyone, we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and creating a culture that values differences.

Please note that vacancies may close prior to the advertised closing date when sufficient number of applications have been received. All new staff will be subject to a probationary period covering first 6 months in post. Travel between hospital sites may be required. Please review all documents attached to ensure you familiarise yourself with all requirements of the job.

The appointments will be subject to full Occupational Health Clearance and Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check for the successful candidates prior to commencement. The appointee will have Full UK Medical/Dental registration at time of application.

Please ensure that you make your application as soon as possible. If you have not received correspondence inviting you for interview within 28 days of the closing date, you should assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.

Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.