Job summary
- Main area
- Dermatology
- Grade
- NHS Medical & Dental: Local Appointment nodal point 4a (MT04)
- Contract
- 12 months (Fixed Term)
- Hours
- Full time - 40 hours per week
- Job ref
- 151-FPHSCF-45
- Employer
- Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Frimley Park Park Hospital
- Town
- Frimley
- Salary
- £67,325 per annum
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 11/10/2026 23:59
Employer heading
Specialist Clinical Fellow - Dermatology
NHS Medical & Dental: Local Appointment nodal point 4a (MT04)
Job overview
We are looking for a committed and skilled Specialist Clinical Fellow in Dermatology to join our dynamic team.
In this role, you will contribute to delivering high-quality patient care, working closely with consultants, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to diagnose and manage a wide range of skin conditions, ensuring the best possible outcomes for patients.
This post has been created to enhance the care of dermatology patients on the general medical/surgical wards and clinic environments, assisting the consultant team and specialist nurses to provide service that meets the needs of the patients they are referred
Main duties of the job
- Diagnose skin disorders through clinical exams and tests
- Develop and adjust personalized treatment plans
- Provide cover for colleagues and support service improvements
- Attend MDT meetings as required
- Assist the Consultant team with ward referrals within Frimley Park Hospital
- Provide assistance to the Consultant team with the follow up of their outpatients, and as part of training, see new patients
- Assist the dermatology team with clinical audit and research
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Participate in departmental meetings, governance, and continuous professional development
The duties outlined are not exhaustive and may be subject to change in line with the needs of the service.
Multidisciplinary team working is a key component of practice within the Trust and will include participation in MDT discussions with colleagues.
The post holder will have continuing responsibility for the care of patients under their supervision, including all associated administrative duties.
Working for our organisation
Why Join Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust?
At Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust, our people are at the heart of everything we do.
As a Disability Confident Employer and recipient of the Gold Award in the Armed Forces Employer Recognition Scheme, we actively champion equality, diversity and inclusion, creating opportunities for people from all backgrounds to build rewarding careers within the NHS.
We also recognise the importance of a healthy work-life balance. By supporting flexible working arrangements wherever possible, we enable our colleagues to balance their professional and personal commitments while continuing to deliver outstanding care to our patients. Whether flexibility means adjusted hours, part-time working, hybrid arrangements or alternative working patterns, we work in partnership with our staff to meet both individual and service needs.
Join Us
Whether you're at the start of your career or looking for your next challenge, Frimley Health offers the opportunity to be part of a inclusive, forward-thinking organisation that is committed to excellence, innovation and compassionate care. Together, we can shape the future of healthcare and make a real difference to the lives of the communities we serve.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for full role requirements.
Job Plan
1 FTE (Full time Equivalent).
Activity that can be covered, with appropriate administrative time allocated. Working days will be agreed with the Service Manager in line with service needs.
- Skin MDT
- Ward referrals
- TWR Clinics
- Paediatrics Clinics
- General Clinics
- Biologic Clinics
The post holder will do 3-4 clinics per week under supervision. They will discuss patients seen in clinic with the supervising consultant.
There is a rota for ward referrals but no out of hours on-call is required in this post.
Supervising Consultants will be Dr Antony, Dr Gossain, Dr Lee and Dr Sherif.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
- MBBS or equivalent
- Full GMC Registration with licence to practice to cover the scope of employment
- Understands the principles of patient confidentiality and data protection
Desirable criteria
- Other higher degree or diploma
Experience
Essential criteria
- Evidence of thorough and broad training and experience in the specialty
- Comprehensive knowledge in the specialty and ability to offer expert clinical opinion on range of problems
- Demonstrates good knowledge of the structures and culture of the NHS, roles, responsibilities and relationships across the MDT and the multi-professional team
- Able to prioritise clinical need
- Aware of own limitations, and knows when to ask for help
- Able to write legible records and to discuss treatment options with patients in a way they can understand
- Able to communicate clearly in written and spoken English e.g.
- Able to establish good working relations with patients, carers and multi-disciplinary colleagues
- Able to contribute to teaching and learning of others in the clinical setting
- Understands the role of audit in clinical practice
- Ensures patients are not put at risk
- Understanding of the basic principles of research
Desirable criteria
- Computer literate
- Understands the importance and impact of information systems in health care.
- Has participated in clinical audit
- Experience of collecting, analysing and presenting data orally and in writing
- Interest/has participated in (clinical/laboratory) research
Skills and Knowledge
Essential criteria
- Keeps professional knowledge and skills up to date
- Able to manage time and prioritise workload.
- Recognises stressful situations and responds appropriately.
- Demonstrates initiative, enthusiasm and common sense.
- Respects and promotes individual’s rights, interests, preferences, beliefs and cultures
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
- Alessandra Somma
- Job title
- Service Manager
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 03006140273
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