Consultant in Paediatric Dermatology (Part-Time- 5 PAs) VascularNHS

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Paediatric Dermatology Department at Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children for a 5 PA Consultant Paediatric Dermatologist post. The successful candidate will provide high-quality outpatient clinics for children with complex dermatological conditions and will contribute to inpatient dermatology reviews, ward referrals and the ongoing management of admitted patients. They will play a central role in the management of complex vascular anomalies, including the use of systemic and novel therapies, as well as in the care of a wide range of other paediatric skin disorders. In addition, they will undertake laser treatment for complex dermatological conditions.

The successful candidate will participate in multidisciplinary team meetings with colleagues from paediatric dermatology, histopathology, genetics, plastic surgery, interventional radiology and other paediatric subspecialties, contributing expert input to the management of complex cases. They will also participate in the 1:4 paediatric dermatology on-call rota, providing senior clinical advice and support.

Applicants must be on the GMC Specialist Register in Paediatrics or Paediatric Dermatology, or be within six months of CCT in Paediatrics at the time of interview. Applicants applying via the Portfolio Pathway (formerly CESR) must be on the Specialist Register in Paediatrics or Paediatric Dermatology at the point of application.

Main duties of the job

Applicants must have extensive experience in paediatric dermatology, including the management of complex and emergency presentations. They must also have extensive experience in the management of patients with complex vascular anomalies, including the use of systemic and targeted therapies, and experience in independently performing laser treatments in paediatric dermatology patients. Please see the person specification for further information.Based in central London, GOSH offers flexible working, support with childcare and travel, excellent training and development opportunities, and assistance with finding accommodation.

If you wish to discuss the role further, please contact Dr Mary Glover, Consultant Paediatric Dermatologist, at [email protected].

All applicants are strongly encouraged to apply electronically via www.jobs.nhs.uk. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.

Job description

The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachments.

About us

GOSH is committed to recruiting the best person for the job, based solely on their ability and individual merit as measured against the criteria for the role; through a process that is fair, open, consistent and free from bias and discrimination.

We are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer and foster a culture where all staff are valued, respected and acknowledged. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, disability status or length of time spent unemployed.

We particularly welcome applications from BAME communities, people with disabilities and/or long-term health conditions and LGBT+ community members.

We have policies and procedures in place to ensure that all applicants and employees are treated fairly and consistently. We are proud to be accredited as a Disability Confident Employer, a member of Business Disability Forum and a Stonewall Diversity Champion.

We have active and Executive supported BAME, LGBT+ and Allies, Disability and Long-Term Health Conditions and Women's staff networks. Staff networks are employee-led groups formed around interests, issues and a common bond or background. Staff network members create a positive and inclusive work environment at Great Ormond Street Hospital by actively contributing to the Trust's mission, values and efforts specific to inclusion. All of our staff networks are open to any employee.