Consultant Dermatologist

Applicants are invited for a full time Consultant Dermatologist post.

The post holder would be joining a forward looking, expanding dermatology team, who are looking at innovative ways to address the rising local demand across Torbay.

The plan for future dermatology services across the ICO includes more joined up care and an expansion of community-based clinics for patients requiring specialist input without secondary care facilities.

We are looking for a committed, team player who is enthusiastic and proactive.

Application from an established Consultant or trainee within 6 months of obtaining Certificate of completion of specialist training (CCST) is welcome.

Applicants should hold full GMC registration.

Our broad and inclusive team comprises: 5 Consultants, 3 Speciality Doctors, a CESR trainee and a Specialist Registrar. In addition, the team consists of six highly skilled specialist nurses, phototherapy nurses, admin staff and dedicated Dermatology HCAs. The department benefits from a new, bespoke, Dermatology department on the edge of the hospital site.

A pre - interview visit to the department is strongly encouraged.

Informal enquires are welcome to Dr Clement Ng (Clinical Lead) - Consultant Dermatologist on

Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust is looking to appoint a dynamic, innovative and forward thinking full-time (10 PA per week) Consultant Dermatologist.

The successful applicant will join existing Consultants, Dr Clement Ng, Dr Rosie Davis, Dr. Hannah Cookson and Dr Alice Walker.

The wider team consists of, 3 part time specialty doctors, a CESR trainee, a visiting Registrar from Exeter, 8 specialist nurses, 3 skin cancer nurse specialists, dedicated HCAs and a GPVTS trainee shared with Rheumatology.

The Department will also take on 3rd year Medical Students from University of Plymouth in 2021.

The Trust invested in new purpose-built Dermatology facilities and offices in autumn 2017.

The Dermatology team now have dedicated consultation / examination suites, 2 minor surgery rooms, phototherapy and team offices. This is located in a separate building at the edge of the hospital site.

Additional minor surgery rooms have been retained in the main outpatients of the hospital, along with access to the paediatric outpatient facility.

Why work with us - Torbay Hospital provides acute care for the local community and has several community hospitals, and is a hot-spot for those who are considering living by the sea or within half an hour of Dartmoor National Park and an hour to Exmoor National Park.

Meanwhile, Plymouth and Exeter are also both within a short drive to enjoy the culture, maritime history and shopping experiences.

Full Vacancy details can be found on the attached Job Description/Person Specification. Please refer to your suitablilty to the post in your supporting information from the role requirements or person specification.

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