Consultant DermatologistNHS

Job summary

HealthHarmonie, part of Medinet Group, is looking to recruit an experienced Consultant Dermatologist to join its growing community healthcare team on a permanent basis.

This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in delivering high-quality community dermatology services, working in partnership with the NHS to improve patient access, reduce waiting times and provide timely specialist care.

Main duties of the job

The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering dermatology outpatient clinics within a community setting. Key duties will include:

• Assessing, diagnosing and managing patients presenting with a range of dermatological conditions.
• Conducting new and follow-up outpatient consultations.
• Developing appropriate treatment plans and advising on ongoing patient management.
• Undertaking dermatological procedures and treatments within their scope of practice, where required.
• Maintaining accurate clinical records and ensuring appropriate patient documentation.
• Working collaboratively with the wider multidisciplinary team to deliver safe, effective and patient-centred care.
• Ensuring compliance with clinical governance, safeguarding and patient safety standards.

Job description

The Consultant Dermatologist will be responsible for providing specialist dermatology services across HealthHarmonie's community healthcare services. The postholder will deliver high-quality clinical assessments, investigations, diagnoses and treatment for patients referred into the service.

The role requires an experienced clinician who can work autonomously, demonstrate sound clinical judgement and contribute to the effective delivery of community-based dermatology services.

The postholder will be expected to:

• Provide comprehensive dermatological assessments and consultations for patients referred to the service.
• Identify and manage a variety of dermatological conditions, determining appropriate investigations, treatments and onward referrals where necessary.
• Recognise and appropriately escalate complex or urgent presentations, including suspected skin malignancies.
• Ensure clinical decisions are evidence-based and in line with relevant national guidelines and best practice.
• Maintain clear, accurate and timely clinical documentation.
• Communicate effectively with patients, relatives, GPs and other healthcare professionals.
• Work within professional scope of practice and maintain the highest standards of clinical care.
• Support the ongoing development and delivery of HealthHarmonie's community dermatology services.

About us

Health Harmonie is one of the UK's leading independent healthcare providers, delivering high-quality NHS community services that improve access to specialist care and support the delivery of healthcare closer to patients' homes.

Working in partnership with NHS Integrated Care Boards, Trusts, Primary Care Networks and GP Practices, we provide consultant-led services across a range of specialties including Dermatology, Ophthalmology, Gastroenterology, ENT and Diagnostic Services.

Our focus is on delivering safe, effective and patient-centred care through innovative community pathways, reducing waiting times and improving patient outcomes. We combine clinical excellence with strong governance, modern technology and dedicated operational support to ensure the highest standards of care.

At Health Harmonie, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to creating a supportive and inclusive working environment where clinicians can thrive, develop professionally and make a meaningful difference to NHS patients. Through collaboration, innovation and a commitment to continuous improvement, we help transform the way healthcare is delivered within local communities.

Joining Health Harmonie offers the opportunity to be part of an organisation that is passionate about clinical quality, outstanding patient experience and delivering sustainable healthcare solutions across the NHS.