Job summary
- Main area
- Dermatology
- Grade
- NHS Medical & Dental: Senior Clinical Fellow
- Contract
- 12 months (Fixed term 12 months)
- Hours
- Full time - 40 hours per week
- Job ref
- 193-MS1197NCG
- Employer
- Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust
- Town
- Reading
- Salary
- £61,825 - £70,425 per annum
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 26/05/2025 23:59
Employer heading
Senior Clinical Fellow - Dermatology
NHS Medical & Dental: Senior Clinical Fellow
Royal Berkshire Hospital are pleased to announce that following our CQC inspection we have been rated ‘Good’ with inspectors reporting that we have made significant improvements. The Trust’s overall rating has also improved to ‘good’. This is a great opportunity to join our clinical or non-clinical teams to create a positive and motivating environment within our trust. Come and join our team in this exciting time of change as we pride ourselves, our staff and our services on excellence.
At the Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust we put our patients at the heart of every element of health and care that we provide. The Trust works together as a community to deliver its vision which is “Working together to provide outstanding care for our community.”
We are Compassionate in our thoughts, words and actions
We are Aspirational and have a true desire to be dynamic and to innovate
We are Resourceful and responsible in the way we work and live
We are Excellent in our development, fairness and sharing best practice
Amazing things happen at the Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust; delivered by amazing people so why don’t you come and join us. We offer a range of learning and development for all employees may you be clinical or non-clinical.
Job overview
This is a fixed term 1 year appointment for a candidate interesting in pursuing a career in dermatology, to commence at the start of August in line with national rotations. Successful candidates will be expected to work alongside deanery registrars at the level of an ST3 grade resident doctor.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be responsible for a mixture of inpatient reviews, outpatient clinics and minor operations along with contributing to the Skin MDT and supporting specialist nursing colleagues when needed. Secretarial and administrative support will be provided.
Applicants must be on the General Medical Council Register and have completed MRCP.
Working for our organisation
Diversity makes us interesting… Inclusion is what will make us outstanding.
Inequality exists and the journey to eliminate it is not easy. Every step we take will be a purposeful step forward to deliver a truly inclusive culture where all our people are enabled to deliver outstanding care, where background is no barrier, and where everyone can be their authentic self and we truly represent our patient community.
We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics. Reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled applicants where possible. All applicants who have a disability and meet the minimum criteria for the post can opt for a guaranteed interview.
If you need additional help with your application please get in touch by calling the recruitment team on 0118 322 6997 or 0118 322 5342.
Our primary method of communication will be via email. However, if you would prefer to be contacted through a different method, please inform the recruitment team.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
CLINICAL OBJECTIVES
1. To provide, with colleagues, Dermatology services in both in-patient and out-patient settings.
2. To contribute to on-call cover 9am-5pm for the Dermatology service and support advice and queries from the ward/ ambulatory care/ emergency dept and Dermatology Registrar when requested.
MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Active participation in monthly clinical governance & academic meetings within the department.
2. Participation and involvement in meetings and other business in the Dermatology service
3. The successful applicants will be expected to contribute to medical audit and clinical governance and clinical governance meetings take place on alternate months.
4. The successful candidates will be expected to maintain his/her professional development to the level set by the Royal College of Physicians. The department runs an annual appraisal system in line with the National Appraisal Scheme for Consultant Medical Staff (as outlined in MD5/01) and expects every consultant to maintain a personal development portfolio.
Person specification
Professional Qualifications
Essential criteria
- Professional Qualifications GMC registration with a licence to practice. MBBS or equivalent medical qualification. MRCP – full membership. Intercalated BSc or equivalent. Higher degrees including MSc, PhD, or MD (where the research thesis is not part of first medical degree) App Form GMC
Desirable criteria
- Intercalated BSc or equivalent. Higher degrees including MSc, PhD, or MD (where the research thesis is not part of first medical degree)
Clinical Experience & Skills
Essential criteria
- Interest in Dermatology. Previous experience in Dermatology.
Desirable criteria
- Previous surgical experience.
Clinical Knowledge
Essential criteria
- Competence at foundation completion level in the management of medical emergencies, inpatient care, and outpatient experience.
- Appropriate knowledge base, and ability to apply sound clinical judgement to problems
- Proficiency in a range of medical procedures (as defined by the foundation curriculum and MRCP) as an indication of manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination.
- Able to work without direct supervision where appropriate.
- Able to prioritise clinical need. Able to maximise safety and minimise risk
Desirable criteria
- Evidence of some competencies in the specialty, as defined by the relevant curricula.
- Evidence of skills in the management of acute medical emergencies (e.g. ALERT, IMPACT certification).
- Evidence of skills in the management of patients not requiring hospital admission.
Audit Management & IT
Essential criteria
- Have undertaken previous audits and quality improvement projects. Good IT skills, use of patient and hospital database.
Research. Teaching skill & experience
Desirable criteria
- Publications in peer review journals
Personal Qualities
Essential criteria
- Ability to communicate with clarity and intelligently in written and spoken English.
- Excellent Interpersonal Skills, and evidence of sucessful team working within an MDT.
- Excellent Interpersonal Skills, and evidence of sucessful team working within an MDT.
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Rachel Fisher
- Job title
- Dermatology Clinical Lead
- Email address
- [email protected]
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