Job summary

We are seeking consultant dermatologists who have completed their dermatology training with CCT and wish to work in a rapidly growing dermatology team. Development of a sub-speciality interest is encouraged and academic links to neighbouring university hospitals in Bristol, Bath, Exeter and Plymouth can be established.

One position will be based at Musgrove Park Hospital, in Taunton and one position will be based at Yeovil District Hospital, in Yeovil. Both with outreach to our local community hospitals throughout the county.

Main duties of the job

We currently provide a broad spectrum of outpatient activity including general adult and paediatric dermatology (not tertiary care) and skin cancer services. We are closely supported by our Nurse Specialist team in the provision and monitoring of systemic therapies, including biological therapies and isotretinoin, and skin cancer diagnosis, support and follow up. Phototherapies are provided at Yeovil District Hospital, Yeatman Hospital in Sherborne and at Musgrove Park Hospital, Taunton. We provide a busy patch testing service at the Yeovil site.

The Dermatology department works closely with neighbouring departments in Bristol and Exeter. We access Medical and Clinical Oncology services via our SSMDT at Taunton. Consultant Plastic Surgeons attend the skin cancer MDT and undertake surgical lists and outpatient clinics weekly at Yeovil District Hospital.

Clinical duties and minor surgery account for 7 sessions per week and a half day in a community dermatology hub along with support from GPwERs.

About us

As an organisation, Somerset NHS Foundation Trust offers employees a wide range of benefits including flexible working, NHS pension scheme, generous annual leave allowance and a commitment to career development.

You will be eligible for our Blue Light Card and a wide range of NHS exclusive shopping & leisure discounts.

We are proud of our skilled, diverse workforce and as an inclusive employer we welcome applications from all backgrounds.

Working in Somerset enables you to enjoy the idyllic countryside, areas of outstanding beauty and stunning coastlines whilst still only being a stones throw away from bustling city centres like Bristol, Bath and Exeter and only two hours away from London.

There are excellent educational facilities in the area and, when compared to other regions, house prices are reasonable.

Somerset offers the countryside and the cosmopolitan there is truly something for everyone!

Job description

Job responsibilities

The successful candidate will be based either in Taunton at Musgrove Park Hospital or Yeovil District Hospital. Clinical duties and minor surgery account for 7 sessions per week and a half day in a community dermatology hub along with support from GPwERs.

Medical students from Bristol and Peninsular Medical Schools will attend clinics for 28 weeks per year. The teaching will be shared across the team and led by the consultant.

For candidates with a research profile, who are keen to include research in their job plan, protected research time can be negotiated. As with all clinical research, on-going support in terms of time and university fees is dependent upon satisfactory progress.

The successful candidate will participate in the monthly clinical governance meetings help at MPH for the whole dermatology team.

Appraisal, Job Planning and Mandatory Training will take place annually, as for any other SFT consultant. Further details are available from the SFT revalidation web site.

Medical staff at Somerset Foundation Trust have a mandatory for core revalidation activity.

There are no dedicated dermatology beds at Musgrove Park Hospital, Taunton or Yeovil District Hospital. Dermatology in-patients are usually cared for on medical wards, with oversight by a general physician. Dermatology in-patients are seen at least once daily by the dermatology team. All inpatients are assessed daily for possible discharge to hospital-at-home or dermatology day unit attendance for nurse-led care.

The successful applicant and Clinical Lead will agree a prospective Job Plan that sets out their main duties and responsibilities, a schedule for carrying out their Programmed Activities, managerial responsibilities, accountability arrangements, objectives and supporting resources.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• MRCP / completed dermatology training with CCT
• 4 years as a Dermatology trainee
• Strong commitment to developing the clinical service

Desirable