This is a full-time PA Consultant Dermatology Surgeon position based mainly at the Friends Dermatology Centre within Kent and Canterbury Hospital (KCH) in Canterbury. East Kent boasts a highly regarded, active surgical and Mohs micrographic surgery service developed over many years with leading UK dermatologic surgeons.
Main duties of the job
Role specific duties: The responsibilities include providing a first-class clinical service, effective leadership, conducting clinical practice ethically, maintaining confidentiality, supporting other specialties, and contributing to postgraduate teaching. The appointee should deliver comprehensive dermatology services, with a particular interest encouraged to complement existing consultants.
Working for our organisation
We are one of the largest hospital trusts in England, with three acute hospitals and community sites serving around 700,000 people. We also provide specialist services for Kent and Medway. We are undergoing transformation with a new Medical School, a focus on research, clinical leadership, and creating a rewarding work environment.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Responsibilities mirror those of a senior clinical employee, including service provision, leadership, ethical practice, confidentiality, supporting clinical teams, and postgraduate teaching. A special interest aligning with existing services is encouraged.
Your commitments
We prioritize safe patient care and a positive work culture. You will need to:
* Follow GMC guidance and infection control policies
* Audit outcomes, report incidents, and manage risks
* Participate in appraisals and foster teamwork
* Communicate effectively across departments and with GPs
* Undertake non-emergency work as required
* Respond to patient complaints
* Support financial sustainability
* Provide eight weeks’ notice for leave
Teaching
You will contribute to training future medical staff, supervise their education, and ensure ongoing professional development. New consultants will need to enroll in an educational supervisor course.
Research
As a research-active trust, we encourage new consultants to become Principal Investigators with full support.
Values
We value caring, safety, respect, and making a difference. You will demonstrate these values throughout your role.
Person specification
Qualifications and training
* Full GMC Registration
* English Level 2 (GCSE C or equivalent), IELTS, or UK Medical School graduate
* Extensive dermatology knowledge and experience
* Experience in advanced skin grafts and flaps
* Mohs training
Skills and experience
* NHS experience
* Teaching experience
Clinical governance
Personal/professional attributes
* Upholds Trust values
Other requirements
* On-call and travel across sites; ability to travel effectively
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