Job summary
We are looking for a Consultant Dermatologist who will:
1. Provide effective and compassionate care for our Dermatology patients. Whilst there are not currently any inpatient beds, the successful applicant will work closely with medical colleagues to provide inpatient support and outpatient services.
2. Develop their own area of specialist interest and provide sub-specialty expertise.
3. Develop and expand the current Dermatology service locally and regionally.
4. As a core member of the West Yorkshire and Humber Cancer Alliance work closely with regional partner trusts.
5. Work with the Clinical Director and General Manager to review current working practices and drive forward innovative changes to develop new models of care.
6. Get involved in clinical research, teaching and development.
7. Provide expert advice and support regarding complex cases to clinical colleagues in primary and secondary care.
This is a full-time post providing 10 Programmed Activities (PAs), but applicants wishing to work part- time are also encouraged to apply.
In 2023 the West Yorkshire and Humber Cancer Alliance established a programme for dermatology services across our region. This is an exciting time to be part of a multi-professional team delivering innovative and transformative services as part of WYATT, with a vision to deliver services that are Sustainable, Equitable & Outstanding for our population
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be expected to actively engage with other consultant colleagues in the development of future service models to meet the changing needs of those patients using the dermatology services at CHFT. The post holder is expected to fully participate in the academic day organised by, and for the group of dermatologists. There are rotational clinical presentations from all dermatologists and it is open for consultants to discuss challenging and interesting clinical cases with other colleagues.
About us
Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust is an exceptional place to work with many amazing teams of hard working and dedicated staff, delivering high standards of patient care. We have made significant changes in the way we work to meet the challenges of the changing NHS, and we were rated by the Care Quality Commission as "Good" in June 2018. With goals to attain a rating of "Outstanding" from the CQC and to have Teaching Hospital status.
Our vision is to provide One Culture of Care, which means that we look after ourselves and our colleagues in the same way that we care for our patients. If you are kind, compassionate, dynamic, enthusiastic and effective we want to support you through the next stage of your career at consultant level.
Calderdale & Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust is undergoing a 'once in a lifetime' opportunity to reconfigure services across our sites. The Department of Health and Social Care has awarded capital funding to invest in local health services at both Calderdale Royal Hospital and Huddersfield Royal Infirmary. This is a significant investment and an opportunity to enhance services for our populations in Calderdale and Huddersfield and West Yorkshire for generations to come. To find out more, please visitOur Future Plans - CHFT (
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description for full roles and responsibilities. If you have any specific questions about this role please contact us.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
8. MRCP or equivalent
9. All applicants must have Specialist registration for Dermatology (or within 6 months of being admitted to the register for trainees, if currently in a training programme in the UK) but consideration will be given to applicants with relevant consultant level experience or trainees in a UK training scheme who are within 6 months of attaining specialist registration.
10. Applicants must be Registered with the General Medical Council and hold a Licence to Practise
Desirable
11. Relevant higher degree
Experience and Achievements
Essential
12. Must be able to demonstrate a high level of clinical experience and competence in all aspects of the Dermatology specialty
Desirable
13. Also, should have significant minor Dermatology procedures experience and any other post graduate qualifications that can advance the department needs would be preferable
14. Understanding current issues within the wider NHS
15. Attendance at a recognised management course
16. Shows ability to work with and lead others across professions
Teaching and Training
Essential
17. Experience of and enthusiasm for clinical teaching of postgraduate doctors and non-medical staff.
Desirable
18. Academic achievements/evidence of familiarity with research methods which have resulted in publications
19. Training in clinical and educational supervision
20. Attendance at a teaching course
Audit and Research
Essential
21. Knowledge of Audit principles and evidence of participation in and completion of audit projects
Desirable
22. Critical Appraisal Skills
23. Evidence of knowledge of research methodology
Disposition-Adjustment/Attitude/Commitment
Essential
24. Good communication and empathy skills with patients
25. Evidence of willingness to participate in a multi-disciplinary team environment to provide an integrated service
26. Ability to work as a member of a team, both through communication and sharing workload
27. Ability to manage high pressure situations clinical crisis
28. Ability to prioritise and organise workload and co-ordinate staff
29. Ability to integrate the care of a patient by many and various other clinical staff
30. Willingness to work flexibly to deliver clinically effective and cost effective healthcare
Practical/Intellectual Skills/Personal Qualities
Desirable
31. Evidence of continual learning and development
32. Understands self (strengths and weaknesses) and impact of behaviour on others
33. Evidence of innovation
34. Ability to use a word processor, spreadsheet, presentation software, email and internet browser
General
Essential
35. Eligibility to work in the UK
36. Ability to work in various locations throughout the network of services provided by Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust
37. For areas requiring EPP Clearance (Exposure Prone Procedures), this will also be a requirement of the health screening
38. An enhanced DBS disclosure will be required with the