Job summary We are a department that welcomes Doctors that wish to be part of an expanding workforce and can offer a skill mix to suit both current practices as well as develop new services. Provide dermatology care to patients in an acute setting. To work as part of an integrated team working with other Dermatologists and specialist nurses and clinicians in secondary care delivering care to dermatology patients within the service. This post is aimed at dermatologists who have an interst in paediatrics as its an element of our service where we are looking for a proactive skilled dermatologist to assess and treat Paediatrics. The base is UHND however we run our service across multiple sites so travel will be expected for this role. Main duties of the job To carry out clinics in dermatology to diagnose and treat a variety of skin conditions in children in secondary care setting To advice and liase with primary care in patients management to contribute to the on call rota as well as flexability to travel as we operate on a multi site service. Have good verbal, written and electronic communication skills Ability to safely and confidently prioritise patients presenting problems Ability to identify and assess complex problems Good organisational skills Knowledge of local services Experience of telephone consultations Positive approach to change Flexible to service needs Willing to undertake statutory and mandatory training. To play an active role in patient safety and governance issues. About us If you are being interviewed you must accept an interview slot in the system to continue, even if you have arranged with the manager You must be able to produce ALL certificates stated essential in the person specification or you will not be able to complete pre-employment checks We provide hospital services from two acute sites - Darlington Memorial Hospital and University Hospital of North Durham. We have a centre for planned care in Bishop Auckland and provide care from community hospitals in Chester-le-Street, Shotley Bridge, Barnard Castle, Sedgefield and Weardale as well as over 80 other community based settings and providing care in patients' homes. We particularly welcome applications from disabled and Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates as BAME and disabled people are currently under-represented From April 1 2024 we are unable to offer sponsorship for healthcare roles that do not meet the minimum salary, If you are in the UK on a VISA please ensure you have no restrictions that would prevent you from taking this post. Full Job Descriptions can be found in the adverts supporting documents Over reliance on AI-generated content is discouraged and may diminish the applicant's chances of success Date posted 27 March 2025 Pay scheme Hospital medical and dental staff Grade Specialist Salary £96,990 to £107,155 a year MC70 Payscale per annum pro rata Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number C9439-2425-1514 Job locations University Hospital Of North Durham North Road Durham DH1 5TW Job description Job responsibilities Be responsible for the day to day assessment and treatment of patients accessing the service within the University Hospital of North Durham, as well as other sites where required. Participate in outpatient clinics with the assessment of both new and review patients. To work as part of an integrated team working with other Dermatologists and specialist nurses and clinicians in secondary care delivering care to dermatology patients within the service. This post is aimed at dermatologists who have an interst in paediatrics as its an element of our service where we are looking for a proactive skilled dermatologist to assess and treat Paediatrics. The base is UHND however we run our service across muliple sites so travel will be ecpected for this role. Participate in clinical audit projects within the Department. Perform administrative duties in a timely fashion. Job description Job responsibilities Be responsible for the day to day assessment and treatment of patients accessing the service within the University Hospital of North Durham, as well as other sites where required. Participate in outpatient clinics with the assessment of both new and review patients. To work as part of an integrated team working with other Dermatologists and specialist nurses and clinicians in secondary care delivering care to dermatology patients within the service. This post is aimed at dermatologists who have an interst in paediatrics as its an element of our service where we are looking for a proactive skilled dermatologist to assess and treat Paediatrics. The base is UHND however we run our service across muliple sites so travel will be ecpected for this role. Participate in clinical audit projects within the Department. Perform administrative duties in a timely fashion. Person Specification Statutory Registration Essential Registered with, or eligible for Full/Ltd Registration with GMC Special Skills & Knowledge Essential Ability to diagnose and manage skin conditions and lesions Good,oral,written and IT skills Good organisational skills Management Skills Able to manage own time to suit the workload Able communicate effectively at all levels Desirable Paediatric Experience Qualifications Essential Hold appropriate medical qualification to practice medicine in the UK Fully registered with the GMC and hold current licence to practice Registered on regional performance list with no restrictions Special Requirements Essential Willingness and ability to participate equally in a multi-disciplinary team. Proven ability to work well within a team. Ability to liaise well with colleagues in other specialties. Good communication and interpersonal skills. Good discipline and motivation. Able to make all travel requirements of the post Fluent in English Experience Essential Recent dermatology experience in paediatrics. Experience of both clinic and telephone consultations Desirable Evidence of contribution to Audit/Research Evidence of contribution to teaching Person Specification Statutory Registration Essential Registered with, or eligible for Full/Ltd Registration with GMC Special Skills & Knowledge Essential Ability to diagnose and manage skin conditions and lesions Good,oral,written and IT skills Good organisational skills Management Skills Able to manage own time to suit the workload Able communicate effectively at all levels Desirable Paediatric Experience Qualifications Essential Hold appropriate medical qualification to practice medicine in the UK Fully registered with the GMC and hold current licence to practice Registered on regional performance list with no restrictions Special Requirements Essential Willingness and ability to participate equally in a multi-disciplinary team. Proven ability to work well within a team. Ability to liaise well with colleagues in other specialties. Good communication and interpersonal skills. Good discipline and motivation. Able to make all travel requirements of the post Fluent in English Experience Essential Recent dermatology experience in paediatrics. Experience of both clinic and telephone consultations Desirable Evidence of contribution to Audit/Research Evidence of contribution to teaching Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name County Durham & Darlington NHS Foundation Trust Address University Hospital Of North Durham North Road Durham DH1 5TW Employer's website https://www.cddft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)