Consultant Dermatologist Skin Cancer & Surgery in Kettering

An exciting opportunity has arisen and applications are invited for the post of a fifth whole time Consultant Dermatologist to work in the Dermatology department based at Kettering General Hospital. The dermatology service currently comprises 2 Consultant Dermatologists (one a dual qualified Plastic surgeon, 1 locum consultant completing CSR application, 1 specialty doctor, 4 dermatology nurse specialists, an advanced surgical nurse practitioner and 2 skin cancer nurse specialists. There is full general nursing and admin support. We have a dedicated outpatient area within a large medical centre which has facilities for phototherapy, patch testing and dressings. There are 2 well equipped operating rooms which support a strong surgical interest in the department. We treat the majority of all the patients seen with skin cancer within the department. Most of the remaining cases are treated by colleagues within plastic surgery and Maxillofacial surgery. There is a small GPwSI led community service and as the Trust develops the collaborative workstream through Northamptonshire this role would be expected to support the community work and be prepared to work more within the community as demand requires. We are looking for a dynamic colleague to enhance our services and would favour someone with a special interest to complement those of the current service.

Main duties of the job include the capacity to develop new services and tailor the job to an individual's area of interest. We expect the candidate to offer clinics both face to face and virtually in Kettering and also at community hospitals based in Corby and/or Irthlingborough. Kettering is a well-served modern expanding town with excellent connections, a 55 minute rail service to London and is surrounded by an active rural countryside with attractive villages.

Applicants must be included on the Specialist Register for Dermatology or be within six months of achieving the Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) at the time of interview for the post. The exact allocation of programmed activities in terms of the timetable and the commitments of the post will be agreed with the Chief Executive of the Trust. The duties described are subject to review from time to time in the light of the changing requirements of the service. If alterations to the duties are required, these will be mutually agreed between the appointee and the Trust. The appointee will have access to office facilities and computer with intra/internet access.

Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest employers in the area and we are on an exciting journey. Our mission is to provide safe, compassionate, and clinically excellent patient care, by being an outstanding employer for our people. We have entered into a Group Model with neighbouring Northampton General Hospital and have become University Hospitals of Northamptonshire. Our Excellence Values: Compassion, Respect, Integrity, Courageous, Accountable.

For further details on this post, please see the attached Job Description & Person Specification, along with the Recruitment Pack. The JD is Pending Royal College Approval.

Person specification includes:

• Completion of Specialty Training (CST or equivalent) with GMC Specialist Registration, or within 6 months of achieving it in relevant specialty.
• MD, PhD or other higher degree.
• Education / Medical Education Qualification (preferably at Masters level).
• Experience of Audit and Quality Improvement.
• Experience of Teaching Junior Staff.
• Experience of Undergraduate Teaching.
• Experience in Curriculum development and delivery.
• Effective Team worker, valuing the experience and contributing.
• Demonstrable Team Leadership skills and experience.
• Understanding and experience of delivering organisational change.

We are an equal opportunities employer, which aims to employ a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons from all backgrounds. We welcome applications from members of our black and minority ethnic (BME) communities, especially in relation to senior posts within KGH. Applicants who have a disability and meet the essential criteria for the job will be interviewed if you indicate you wish to be considered under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme. If you require a reasonable adjustment at any stage of the recruitment process please make the recruitment services team aware as soon as possible. Appointments will be made on merit.

In submitting an application form, you authorise Kettering General Hospital (KGH) NHS Foundation Trust to confirm any previous NHS service details via the Electronic Staff Record (ESR) Inter Authority Transfer (IAT) process. Including factual reference, occupational health clearance and statutory and mandatory training record. If you need to have a Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) check, as a requirement of the role, you will be required to repay the cost of obtaining a DBS check (£49.50) and this amount will be reclaimed from your first salary. From 1st February 2019 all new starters to the Trust are required to join the DBS update service as per Trust DBS Re-checking Policy which has an annual cost of £16. New employees who do not join the update service will be required to pay £49.50 for a new DBS check in 3 years time. Please note that new starters with KGH are subject to a six month probationary period. Please ensure that the information you provide on your application form is correct, accurate and that nothing has been omitted. Any information that is stated in your application form in relation to qualifications/training courses/work/education experience/references must be able to be evidenced. Failure to do so may result in your offer being withdrawn.

Safeguarding is everyone's business. KGH considers Safeguarding a priority amongst its citizens and a key value for all employed to the service. We want to recruit the best people to deliver our services across the University Hospitals of Northamptonshire and help to unleash everyone’s full potential. As an organisation, we value how we communicate and promote our vacancies to all communities. The Hospital Group encourages applications from people who identify from all protected groups, especially those from BAME, Disabled and LGBTQ+ backgrounds as these are underrepresented in our hospitals. We understand that we need to work with colleagues from diverse backgrounds and make sure the environment they work in is inclusive and collaborative. We have active Networks that promote and support colleagues from all backgrounds. This ensures everyone feels supported and has a sense of belonging working for Kettering and Northampton General Hospitals.

For further details / informal visits contact: Informal enquiries to Dr Olivia Stevenson, Lead Dermatologist, via secretary on 01536 493667.