Consultant in Dermatology
Location: Truro, Cornwall, UK
Title: Consultant in Dermatology
Reports to: Clinical Director for Specialist Services and Surgery
Accountable to: The Medical Director
Remuneration: NHS National pay scales
Job Purpose: We are seeking an enthusiastic Consultant Dermatologist to join our well-established clients team. This full-time position involves providing dermatological care for patients in Cornwall and progressing a sub-specialty interest to complement the team. The role includes seeing two-week wait patients and maintaining the highest clinical standards in dermatology management.
Key Responsibilities:
- Day-to-day management of the Dermatology Department
- Teaching and training junior staff and medical students
- Active participation in continuing medical education (CME)
- Participation in Clinical Governance and Audit
- Attendance at relevant meetings
- Fulfillment of weekly timetable including out-of-hours responsibilities
- Implementation of sustainable practices to achieve NHS Net Zero target
Department Overview: The Dermatology Department is based in a modern facility in Truro, featuring three operating theatres, an outpatient suite, phototherapy and day treatment areas, and a Mohs laboratory. The team includes three dermatology consultants, one GU consultant, four associate specialists, and three specialty doctors, supported by a dedicated team of nurses.
Specialist Services Offered:
- Mohs micrographic surgery
- One-stop “see and treat” skin lesion clinics
- Paediatric dermatology
- Cutaneous allergy
- Modern phototherapy unit
Person Specification:
- Qualifications: GMC Registration with a license to Practice, MRCP (UK) or equivalent qualification. Higher degree (MD, PhD) and GMC Specialist Register are desirable.
- Experience: Wide experience in all aspects of Dermatology, teaching, clinical audit, and governance. Mohs/Surgical Fellowship is desirable.
- Skills: Strong clinical and personal credibility, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, IT skills, conceptual and analytical skills, fluent English (IELTS level 7.5).
- Disposition: Flexible, adaptable, collaborative, attention to detail.
- Additional Circumstances: Satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check, Occupational Health clearance, three satisfactory references, ability to travel within and outside the county.
Visa Sponsorship: This position comes with visa sponsorship for eligible candidates.