Dermatology GPwER in London

As a GPwER in Dermatology at DMC, you will work autonomously and be responsible for delivering specialist dermatological services to our patients. This includes providing a high standard of clinical care in dermatology in line with the GMS/PMS/APMS contract. You will be expected to uphold GMC standards for good medical practice and support the effective management of dermatological care within the service, working collaboratively with the wider multidisciplinary team.

Key Responsibilities

• Delivering high-quality medical care with an emphasis on dermatology to those entitled.
• Providing specialised dermatological services in accordance with the GMS/PMS/APMS agreement.
• Treating a range of skin conditions, including complex and chronic dermatological issues.
• Engaging in dermatology clinics and offering expert guidance to general practitioners.
• Managing dermatological administrative duties, such as referrals and skin-related medication management.
• Performing dermatological procedures and surgeries as necessary.
• Maintaining precise and comprehensive clinical records for dermatological treatments.
• Collaborating with the dermatology department and the broader general practice team.
• Keeping up to date with the latest developments in dermatology and implementing best practices.
• Leading dermatology quality improvement initiatives within the practice.
• Overseeing dermatological aspects of QOF.
• Participating in dermatology-related practice meetings.
• Contributing to the development and maintenance of dermatological services, including clinical governance and training.
• Ensuring compliance with dermatological standards in the appraisal process.
• Engaging in dermatology-specific revalidation.
• Committing to ongoing professional development in dermatology.
• Supporting the training of medical students and junior doctors in dermatological practices.
• Assisting the partners in enhancing dermatological services and practice income.
• Reviewing and adhering to dermatology-specific protocols and policies.
• Promoting a culture of continuous improvement in dermatological care.

Secondary Responsibilities

• Participating in dermatology audits.
• Engaging in local initiatives to enhance dermatological service delivery and patient care.
• Involvement in reviewing significant events in dermatology using structured approaches like root cause analysis (RCA).

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

Essential:

• Medical degree with a recognised dermatology qualification, such as a Diploma in Dermatology.
• Demonstrated experience in managing a broad range of skin conditions, including complex and chronic dermatological cases.
• Active GMC registration and inclusion on the National Performers List.
• Proven ability to carry out dermatological procedures, minor surgeries, and prescribe dermatological treatments.
• Significant experience in delivering diagnostic and therapeutic dermatology services in outpatient settings.
• Commitment to providing high-quality, evidence-based dermatology care.
• Excellent dermatology-specific clinical skills and strong communication abilities for patient care and collaborative work within multidisciplinary teams.
• Confident in using clinical IT systems relevant to dermatology practice.
• Ability to demonstrate leadership in clinical contexts and work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional development in dermatology.
• Participation in dermatology-related research or teaching activities is advantageous.
• Legally entitled to practise medicine in the UK.
• Understanding of the Quality and Outcomes Framework and experience in clinical audit within dermatology.
• Skilled at managing a varied and demanding clinical workload.
• Proven ability to work sensitively and empathetically with patients.
• Successful completion of a DBS check.
• Confirmation of fitness for clinical practice from occupational health.

Desirable:

• Knowledge and experience in the management of medications, particularly those related to dermatological conditions, including understanding of prescribing practices and medication review processes.
• Involvement with Integrated Care Board (ICB) initiatives, demonstrating an understanding of integrated care systems and experience in collaborative work across different healthcare sectors, particularly in dermatology.
• Involvement in the education and supervision of medical students, junior doctors, or nursing staff in dermatology.