Locum Consultant Dermatology Surgeon - Canterbury, United Kingdom - East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust

Description

Job summary

This is a fulltime 10 PA Consultant Dermatology Surgeon Dermatology post with activity based mainly at the Friends Dermatology Centre within the Kent and Canterbury Hospital (KCH) in Canterbury. East Kent has a highly regarded, active, established surgical and Mohs micrographic surgery service that has been developed over many years with leading UK dermatologic surgeons at the helm. An energetic and enthusiastic colleague with an interest in Skin cancer and advanced Skin surgery is being sought with occasional clinics.

Main duties of the job

Role specific duties- The general responsibilities of the post will be those expected of a senior clinical employee of the Trust. These include provision of a first-class clinical service, effective leadership to all staff involved in supporting the service, conducting clinical practice in accordance with the highest ethical standards, co-operation with and maintenance of confidentiality over business plans and development strategies within the Trust, support for other clinical specialties and contribution to postgraduate teaching. The appointee will be expected to deliver a service covering all aspects of dermatology, but a special interest to complement those of the existing consultants would be encouraged.

About us

We are one of the largest hospital trusts in England, with three acute hospitals and community sites serving a local population of around 700,000. We also provide specialist services for Kent and Medway.

We're on an exciting journey of transformation. With a new Medical School at the centre of our community, a focus on research, clinical leadership and making our trust a rewarding and friendly place to work, there's never been a better time to join us.

Job responsibilities

Role specific duties- The general responsibilities of the post will be those expected of a senior clinical employee of the Trust. These include provision of a first-class clinical service, effective leadership to all staff involved in supporting the service, conducting clinical practice in accordance with the highest ethical standards, co-operation with and maintenance of confidentiality over business plans and development strategies within the Trust, support for other clinical specialties and contribution to postgraduate teaching. The appointee will be expected to deliver a service covering all aspects of dermatology, but a special interest to complement those of the existing consultants would be encouraged.

Your commitments

We are focused on providing outstanding, safe patient care, and a positive working culture that benefits staff and patients alike. This is why we ask you to:

Teaching

Were passionate about teaching, so youll play your part in teaching the next generation of doctors, nurses and other clinical staff. Well ask you to help recruit junior staff and supervise their education, including their educational contracts, regular appraisal, study leave, annual leave and rotas and make sure you keep up-to-date on educational development. If youre a new consultant, If youre a new consultant, youll be asked to enrol on an approved educational supervisor accreditation course by our medical educational department.

Research

We are one of the most research-active acute Trusts in the region and we encourage all newly appointed Consultants to take on the role of Principal Investigator, with full training and support.

Values

We care about our values of caring, safe, respect and making a difference. Well ask you to demonstrate these values during the recruitment process and throughout your appointment and you can expect us to do the same.

Qualifications and training

Essential

Desirable

Skills and experience

Essential

Clinical governance

Essential

Personal/professional attributes

Essential

Other requirements

Essential