Job Description

The Dermatology department at Mid Yorkshire Teaching NHS Trust (MYTT) comprises medical, nursing and admin staff over three sites at Dewsbury Hospital, Pinderfields Hospital, and Pontefract General Infirmary. The successful applicant will join the existing consultants to form a team of 5 Consultant Dermatologists, 1 Clinical Assistant and 2 Specialty Doctors. The CNS team have Specialist skills in Cancer and skin surgery, prescribing and biologic monitoring.The MYTT is part of the Yorkshire Cancer Network. MY is the central base for the regional Burns Unit, with whom Dermatology has developed close liaison with the Plastic Surgeons. Our excellent facilities provide well equipped clinic rooms, operating theatres, treatment rooms, phototherapy and photodynamic therapy. The Skin Cancer IOG requirements are in keeping with national standards with regular local and specialist multidisciplinary team meetings. The Trust is an active participant in the West Yorkshire Cancer Alliance.Main duties of the jobProvision of care to patients in the Dermatology departmentsReferral of patients to other specialities as appropriateIn conjunction with senior colleagues to have responsibility for ward referrals on a rota basisOut-patient activities/clinics dependent on the needs of patientsMinor surgery to include biopsies, curettage and excisions with direct closureInvolvement in relevant multi-disciplinary teams and meetingsInvolvement in relevant administration dutiesTeaching and supervision of junior medical staff and other clinicians as appropriateActive involvement in audit and clinical governance including service improvement activitiesAbout usWe are an acute trust caring for over half a million people in Wakefield and Kirklees. Our 10,000 staff work in patients homes, the community, and our three hospitals in Pontefract, Dewsbury, and Pinderfields (Wakefield). We prioritise our people and values so we can deliver the best possible care to patients. Our team is friendly, passionate, and innovative, always seeking better ways to work.We support work-life balance and foster a diverse, inclusive environment where everyone belongs. Our staff networks offer safe spaces to share ideas and concerns so we can increase awareness and appreciation of equality, diversity, and inclusion. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and especially encourage members of the LGBTQ+ community, ethnic minority groups, and people with disabilities or neurodivergence to apply, as they are currently underrepresented in the Trust.If you value caring, high standards, improvement, and respect, join the MY team to make a difference every day.Application guidance: We understand that more applicants are using AI technology to help with their applications. While these tools can be useful, they cannot fully capture your skills, knowledge, and experience. Its important that you personalise your application. Relying solely on AI is not recommended, as it may reduce your chances of success. Our screening process is thorough, so if you have used AI, please make sure to disclose this on your application form.Job description
Job responsibilitiesThis post is offered on a full time (10 PA) basis although less than full time applications will be considered.Duties will be based across all of our sites, Wakefield (Pinderfields), Dewsbury and Pontefract.The main duties of the post will include:Provision of care to patients in the Dermatology departmentsReferral of patients to other specialities as appropriateIn conjunction with senior colleagues to have responsibility for ward referrals on a rota basisOut-patient activities/clinics dependent on the needs of patientsMinor surgery to include biopsies, curettage and excisions with direct closureInvolvement in relevant multi-disciplinary teams and meetingsInvolvement in relevant administration dutiesTeaching and supervision of junior medical staff and other clinicians as appropriateActive involvement in audit and clinical governance including service improvement activitiesPerson Specification
Experience
Desirable

• Computer literate
• Specific educational interests and evidence of educational ideas or project work.

Experience
Desirable

• Computer literate
• Specific educational interests and evidence of educational ideas or project work.

Qualifications
Essential

• Medical Degree from recognised medical school
• MRCP or equivalent

Desirable

• Medical School Prizes
• Audit or Case Presentations
• Teaching qualification/ prize

Management Skills
Essential

• Demonstrates intelligent and analytical approach to problem solving.
• Good time management.

Desirable

• Possess good organisational and personal management skills

GMC Registration
Essential

• Please state full GMC number
• Full GMC Registration with licence to practise
• Inclusion on the GMC Specialist Register for Dermatology or within 6 months of obtaining CCT (or CESR / equivalent)

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