Locum Consultant DermatologistNHS

Job summary

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board wishes to appoint a full-time Locum Consultant Dermatologist to be based at either Wrexham Maelor Hospital or Glan Clwyd Hospital.

The posts are for ten sessions per week of which,eight sessions will be for Direct Clinical Care (DCC) and two for Supporting Professional Activity (SPA). Part time/ flexible working may be considered following discussion and agreement with the Clinical Lead and Divisional Medical Director.

There is an expectation to see a case mix of adult general dermatology and skin cancer in line with service needs.

The departments currently run Teledermatology clinics, and suitable candidates may be able to undertake Teledermatology clinics as part of direct clinical care programmed activities in line with service needs.

Main duties of the job

• To provide dermatology outpatient services to patients in collaboration with nursing and medical colleagues.
• To provide dermatological inpatient care and provide specialist advice for inpatients as part of acute dermatology cover.
• To share responsibility for professional standards and quality control within the dermatology services ensuring compliance with standards which satisfy clinical governance.
• To develop dermatological service with other consultant colleagues in recognition of regional and national guidelines where appropriate.
• To share in providing emergency cover for colleague's study/annual leave or illness.
• To develop and implement clinical audit programmes within the Dermatology Departments and in collaboration with other clinical groups.
• To participate in consultant annual appraisal.
• To participate in service development and business planning in collaboration with other consultant colleagues and the wider health community.
• To provide training opportunities for undergraduates and postgraduates in dermatology.
• The successful candidate must have a commitment to revalidation, medical audit and continuing professional development.

Job description

Candidates are encouraged to refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further information.

If you are ready to make a significant impact on the future of healthcare in North Wales and possess the skills and experience required for this role, we invite you to apply.

About us

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) is Wales's largest health organisation, with a budget of over £2.4 billion and a workforce of over 20,000 staff.

BCUHB provides a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and specialist hospital services for the population of North Wales, across 3 acute hospitals and a network of community hospitals, health centres, clinics, and mental health units. It also co-ordinates or provides the work of GP practices and NHS services provided by dentists, opticians, and pharmacists across the region.

The Health Board is an integrated health system that strives for excellent, compassionate care delivered in partnership with the public sector and other statutory and third sector organisations.

Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the "Disability Confident Employer" scheme.

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Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.