Consultant Dermatologist inKettering inKettering PUBLISHED
WED 27 NOV 2024
Candidates must be on the Specialist Register for Dermatology or nearing completion of their training. The role includes administrative duties and involvement in audits and educational meetings. The job offers flexibility in terms of clinics conducted both face-to-face and virtually at different locations, and applicants can expect a supportive environment for professional development. The position provides access to necessary facilities and a collaborative working atmosphere with links to community services.
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 consultants 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.
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There is capacity to develop new services and tailor the job to an individuals area of interest. We expect the candidate to offer clinics both face to face ad virtually in Kettering and also at community hospitals based in Corby and/or Irthlinghborough.
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. Applications for Locum Consultant will also be accepted.
The exact allocation of programmed activities in terms of the time-table 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.
Programmed Activities (example at time of job description being developed and may be subject to change). Proposed job plan (negotiable): To be confirmed, however successful candidates will be expected to deliver a minimum of 6 outpatient/Minor operative sessions each week.
The appointee will have access to office facilities and computer with intra/internet access.
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Consultant would be able to attend LRI academic meeting on the 2nd and 4th Thursday am; and also the 3rd Thursday pmto join the Royal Society of Medicine or engage in local training opportunities.
This is a provisional timetable; there will be opportunity to change sites and provide specialist clinics. In addition as the collaborative working develops there will be a link with GPwSI across the county and help develop the countywide service.
Duties and Responsibilities
Provision and administration of the dermatology service with responsibility for diagnosis, treatment and after care.
Audit
Projects are undertaken within the department which also participates in monthly regional dermatology meetings which are an essential part of the dermatologists commitment to continuing medical education. These sessions include an audit element and joint consultation clinics. The dermatologists are also welcome at the Kettering Friday afternoon medical directorate academic half day which also includes audit content. The Trust actively supports applications for appropriate study leave.
Proposed Timetable
Day
Morning
Afternoon
Monday
Clinic @ Prospect House
New & Follow up
Lunch time MDT
SPA / Admin
Tuesday
Clinic @ Prospect House
New & Follow up
Clinic weeks 2/4 Isebrook
New & Follow up
Wednesday
Minor surgical list
Clinic @ Prospect House
New & Follow up
Thursday
8.30 am SSMDT
SPA Leicester CPD alternate weeks 2/4
IBH/CDC clinic 1/3/5 (TBC)
New & Follow up
SPA / Admin
Friday
Clinic @ Prospect House
New & Follow up
Ward referrals / Admin
The appointee will have access to office facilities and computer with intra/internet access.
Consultant would be able to attend LRI academic meeting on the 2nd and 4th Thursday am; and also the 3rd Thursday pmto join the Royal Society of Medicine or engage in local training opportunities.
This is a provisional timetable; there will be opportunity to change sites and provide specialist clinics. In addition as the collaborative working develops there will be a link with GPwSI across the county and help develop the countywide service.
Duties and Responsibilities
Provision and administration of the dermatology service with responsibility for diagnosis, treatment and after care.
Audit
Projects are undertaken within the department which also participates in monthly regional dermatology meetings which are an essential part of the dermatologists commitment to continuing medical education. These sessions include an audit element and joint consultation clinics. The dermatologists are also welcome at the Kettering Friday afternoon medical directorate academic half day which also includes audit content. The Trust actively supports applications for appropriate study leave.
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