Specialty Doctor in Dermatology

We are looking for a motivated and proactive Specialty Doctor to join our modern, progressive Dermatology service at The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a friendly, supportive team delivering high-quality care across a wide range of dermatological conditions. Our service forms part of Care Group 1 (Medicine & UECC) and benefits from excellent facilities, strong multidisciplinary working, and established links with colleagues across South Yorkshire. The department sees around 6,000 new patients each year and undertakes a significant volume of day-case procedures, offering excellent exposure and development opportunities. You will work alongside a Locum Consultant, an experienced Specialty Doctor, nursing team and wider MDT, contributing to outpatient clinics, minor surgery and service development. We are seeking a doctor who is committed to high clinical standards, collaborative working and continuous improvement. If you are enthusiastic, patient‑centred and keen to further develop your dermatology experience within a supportive environment, we would love to hear from you. Main duties of the job The post holder will provide high-quality general dermatology care across outpatient and day‑case settings, contributing to clinics, minor surgery and joint working with the wider MDT. You will independently assess, diagnose and manage patients with a broad range of dermatological conditions, escalating appropriately and seeking senior advice where required. Key responsibilities include: Delivering outpatient clinics and supporting day‑case surgical lists Maintaining high clinical standards and ensuring excellent patient experience Supporting teaching and supervision of junior medical and nursing staff Participating in clinical governance, audit, service development and CPD Working collaboratively with colleagues across the Care Group and wider Trust Contributing to pathway and service improvement projects as agreed You will also participate in departmental meetings, contribute to service planning, and work flexibly to support safe and effective delivery of care. About us The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust (TRFT) is a combined acute and community Trust serving our local population of around 270,000 people. Our vision is to always act the right way and be proud to provide exceptional healthcare to the communities of Rotherham. As a Trust we are on a journey to excellence and our people and culture are at the heart of everything we do for patients. In the latest NHS Staff Survey, we are the second most improved Trust in England for would you recommend the Trust as a place to work? and were one of the most improved for staff engagement overall. But dont just take our word for it each year hundreds of colleagues receive nominations for our Excellence and Proud awards, showcasing our brilliant people and recognising their achievements. Our people make a difference to the lives of patients every day and we are proud of the improvements we are making. All of our 5,100 colleagues are key to our improvement journey and we are continuing to improve our services by upholding the Trusts values of Ambitious, Caring and Together. If you are passionate about making a difference, then please apply to join us on our journey to excellence. Job responsibilities The Department The Dermatology department is part of the Care Group 1 which is committed to transforming the way health care is provided. The Care Group provides a number of unscheduled and scheduled services through integrated patient pathways which put the patient at the centre of their care, embracing innovation and new ideas. The department has historically enjoyed very good relations with local GP's, the Integrated Care Board (ICB) and the other South Yorkshire Dermatology Teams. The Care Group is led by a Director of Clinical Services, General Manager and Head of Nursing. The Dermatology Department is operationally supported by an Operational and Performance Manager and a Matron, with no formally designated Clinical Lead in post. The Dermatology Department is a modern, progressive department with excellent facilities and a highly skilled workforce including a nursing team and medical team comprising of a Locum consultant and an experienced Specialty Doctor. The service has developed links with Sheffield with further development of these networks planned. The department see approximately 6000 new patients per year and performs 500-OP surgeries/procedures. The post holder will be expected to provide clinical dermatology services within both inpatient and outpatient settings and work in partnership with the wider multidisciplinary team to maintain the highest standards of safety, quality and patient experience. The Post The post holder will be expected to contribute with consultant colleagues and peers to the provision of a hospital‑based specialist Dermatology service. Key Tasks: Maintain the highest clinical standards in the practice of Dermatology and minor surgery Support the teaching and training of resident medical doctors and nursing staff To actively participate in both departmental and Trust matters concerning clinical governance, audit and research Contribute to departmental teaching, service development and improvement projects as agreed with senior departmental staff Undertake any other duties as deemed appropriate and discussed with the senior management team Person Specification Education and Teaching To provide an appropriate contribution to the undergraduate teaching programme. The precise details of the contributions to teaching will be discussed with the appointee after taking up post Experience 4 years full time post‑graduate working in a clinical area (or its equivalent gained on a part‑time or flexible basis) at least two of which will be in a specialty training programme in a relevant specialty or as a fixed term specialty trainee in a relevant specialty or equivalent experience and competencies Clinical Skills Ability to demonstrate clinical leadership and management skillsAble to work effectively with colleagues in MDTCapable of organising and prioritising work effectivelyEvidence of ability to take full responsibility for independent management of patients throughout the patient journeyDemonstrable skills in communication (written & verbal) in particular with colleagues, patients and families about sensitive and complex issuesProven ability to work under pressure/stressAbility to take independent clinical decisions when necessary and to seek advice from senior doctors as appropriateFlexible in approach to work and a willingness to meet the changing needs of Hospice usersEvidence of initiative and self‑motivation Research and Audit Evidence of audit and the implementation of change following the auditRelevant research published in peer review journal Qualifications Full registration and a licence to practice with the GMCPlease confirm your GMC Registration numberMBBS DegreeMRCP / MRCGP qualification or equivalent Management Skills Demonstrate effective team working skillsTime management and organisational ability. An example may be they have developed and run training programmesProven knowledge of systems and process of NHS or equivalentSense of understanding and commitment to corporate responsibilityCommitment to and understanding of their responsibility to the organisation 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr