This is an exciting opportunity for a Specialty Doctor with experience in Dermatology to join our busy, innovative and friendly team to enhance Dermatology services across South Somerset. This post for a Specialty Doctor in Dermatology based at Yeovil District Hospital, and reflects the increase in workload in both general Dermatology and the increasing demand for skin cancer management. The Dermatology department works closely with neighbouring departments in Bristol and Exeter. We access Medical and Clinical Oncology services via our SSMDT at Taunton. Consultant Plastic Surgeons attend the skin cancer MDT and undertake surgical lists and outpatient clinics weekly at Yeovil District Hospital. Benefits Package: We really value the impact that you as a Specialty Doctor will have on our patients and services; we therefore offer an enhanced benefits package (subject to criteria and contract length) which includes: • Welcome to Yeovil payment. • A generous relocation package. • 4 hours of paid time for professional development every week (SPA). • £700 personal budget for training and development every year Main duties of the job • Specialty Doctors must have a minimum of 4 years experience since qualification, 2 of which must be in Dermatology. • The post holders professional progress will be reviewed annually by the supervisory Consultant. • To organise, manage and be responsible for the diagnosis and treatment of patients in Yeovil District Hospital in conjunction with Consultant colleagues in the Dermatology Service. • To participate in the teaching of Foundation and Junior Doctors in clinic as to Medical Students. • To maintain a good working relationship with existing staff members in the Hospital. • To attend other Hospitals within the Trust if so requested by the supervising Consultant. • The post holder will undertake, exceptionally, to perform additional duties in occasional emergencies and unforeseen circumstances. About us We are an ambitious Trust with a family feel and our vision is to care for our patients as if they are one of our family. Our aim is for our Trust to be a fundamental part of a vibrant, sustainable, and collaborative healthcare community; patients first choice for acute health care, founded on a reputation of quality, safety and compassion. Running a highly-successful quality improvement initiative, we aim to drive innovation with patient-centred thinking. Serving a population of approximately 220,000, the Hospital has enjoyed a successful history; trusted and respected by our patients, staff and commissioners. Our successful nurse recruitment campaign has put us in a strong position to care for our patients and our highly-regarded, active Research and Development department is involved in a wide range of local, national and international research studies, with record numbers of patients recruited onto trials this year. Our iCARE model, which has established the principles of exemplary patient care and patient experience, has attracted national interest and is embedded in everything we do. Job responsibilities We currently provide a broad spectrum of outpatient activity including general adult and paediatric Dermatology and skin cancer services. We are closely supported by our Nurse Specialist team in the provision and monitoring of systemic therapies, including biological therapies and isotretinoin, and skin cancer diagnosis, support and follow up. Narrowband UVB phototherapy is provided at Yeovil District Hospital, and a local community Hospital. PUVA and photodynamic therapy are available locally. We provide a busy patch testing service at the Yeovil site. We strongly encourage and support development of subspecialty interests to augment our local service. You must hold Full GMC registration with a licence to practice at time of applying for this vacancy. Person Specification Education and Qualifications Essential • MBBS or equivalent • Full GMC registration and hold a licence to practice at time of applying • Evidence of commitment to Continuing Professional Development - willingness to undertake relevant courses. Desirable • MRCP or equivalent Experience • Experience of working in the UK or EU or equivalent health care system other than a Clinical Attachment • Minimum of 4 years experience post graduate training • Minimum of 2 years exposure to General Dermatology in a specialist training programme or equivalent Skills, ability and knowledge Essential • Demonstrates willingness and ability to meet job description providing examples/evidence Desirable • Evidence of commitment to pursue a career in Dermatology • Evidence of ability to analyse and diagnose situations and prioritise and act accordingly • Evidence of ability to develop effective Partnerships and team building Teaching • Evidence of interest and experience in teaching appropriate to Medical students and Doctors in training and the multidisciplinary team (where required) Supporting Statement • Supporting statement that reflects on the job description and person specification