Job summary
The Dermatology Department provides a comprehensive range of Dermatology services for our patients. The Department is staffed by two full time consultant Dermatologists, a Locum Consultant, and Specialist Registrar, however we are filling roles presently for 1 further consultant and an Associate Specialist doctor. We also have 1-2 CT 2 doctors and one Clinical Assistants. Successful candidates will have built-in sessions to attend monthly Clinical meetings at Leicester.
The department has an integrated Consultant and Nurse-led Dermatology Unit, providing improved facilities on one site. There are no dedicated dermatology beds but we provide support to patients admitted under the medical teams via a thorough digital referral systems with images.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will complement and support the existing Consultant Dermatologists, medical and nursing staff for the population of North Northamptonshire.
The appointed candidate will be able to work with a distant supervision, and to support the existing dermatology team to provide general dermatological services to Kettering General Hospital NHS Trust. This includes carrying out outpatient clinics, supporting trainee doctors in the department and nursing staff and providing ward cover via telemedicine referral system. There is no commitment to the on-call general medical services. There will be an opportunity to develop advice and Guidance skills and telemedicine clinics.
The Trust aspires to become a DGH (+) and this involves the teaching of medical students (currently from Leicester). The job plan reflects the emphasis that the Trust places on education, both of undergraduates and postgraduates and the successful candidate would be required to take an active part in education.
About us
Please submit your application as soon as possible as we reserve the right to close adverts once we have received sufficient applications
Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is on an exciting journey with all of our divisions committed to doing things better, with more efficiency as we update, modernise, and advance. We have also entered a Group Model with neighbouring Northampton General Hospital NHS Trust and become University Hospitals of Northamptonshire (UHN). As part of this collaborative approach, there may be a requirement for you to work across both the Kettering and Northampton hospital sites, depending on the needs of the service.
Our Excellence Values
* Compassion
* Accountability
* Respect
* Integrity
* Courage
We want to recruit the best people to deliver our services across UHN and help to unleash everyone's full potential.
UHN encourages applications from people who identify from all protected groups. We understand that we need to work with colleagues from diverse backgrounds and make sure the environment they work in is inclusive and collaborative.
We recognise the valuable contribution that the Armed Forces community make to our organisation. We have signed the Armed Forces Covenant and achieved Silver Award under the Armed Forces Employer Recognition Scheme.
We have active Networks that promote and support colleagues from all backgrounds. This ensures everyone feels supported and has a sense of belonging working for UHN.
Details Date posted
15 August 2025
Pay scheme
Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade
Doctor - other
Salary
£58,859 to £96,888 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
264-7396222-MED
Job locations
Kettering General Hospital
Rothwell Road
Kettering
NN16 8UZ
Job description Job responsibilities
Provisional Timetable (Subject to Change)
Day
Morning (am)
Afternoon (pm)
Monday
General Dermatology Clinic
Multidisciplinary Team (MDT) Meeting and Skin Cancer Administration
Tuesday
Two Week Wait (2WW) Clinic
Telephone Clinic
Wednesday
Clinic
Operating List
Thursday
SPA (Supporting Professional Activities)
Administration
Friday
Hot Clinic
SPA / Referrals
Job description Job responsibilities
Provisional Timetable (Subject to Change)
Day
Morning (am)
Afternoon (pm)
Monday
General Dermatology Clinic
Multidisciplinary Team (MDT) Meeting and Skin Cancer Administration
Tuesday
Two Week Wait (2WW) Clinic
Telephone Clinic
Wednesday
Clinic
Operating List
Thursday
SPA (Supporting Professional Activities)
Administration
Friday
Hot Clinic
SPA / Referrals
Person Specification Qualifications/Experience Essential
* Relevant specialty degree qualification
* MRCP + SCE (Derm)
* Minimum of 12 years' medical work (either continuous period or in aggregate) since obtaining a primary medical qualification of which a minimum of six years should have been in a relevant specialty in the Specialty Doctor and/or closed SAS grades. Equivalent 6 years' experience in a relevant specialty from other medical grades including from overseas may also be accepted
* Experience in Dermatology in the UK
Desirable
* MD, PhD or other higher degree
* Research projects relating to speciality
* Dedication to Clinical Dermatology
Person Specification Qualifications/Experience Essential
* Relevant specialty degree qualification
* MRCP + SCE (Derm)
* Minimum of 12 years' medical work (either continuous period or in aggregate) since obtaining a primary medical qualification of which a minimum of six years should have been in a relevant specialty in the Specialty Doctor and/or closed SAS grades. Equivalent 6 years' experience in a relevant specialty from other medical grades including from overseas may also be accepted
* Experience in Dermatology in the UK
Desirable
* MD, PhD or other higher degree
* Research projects relating to speciality
* Dedication to Clinical Dermatology
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information 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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer name
Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Kettering General Hospital
Rothwell Road
Kettering
NN16 8UZ
Employer's website
https://www.kgh.nhs.uk/working-for-us (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details Employer name
Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Kettering General Hospital
Rothwell Road
Kettering
NN16 8UZ
Employer's website
https://www.kgh.nhs.uk/working-for-us (Opens in a new tab)
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