Consultant Dermatologist– Irritant & Allergic Dermatitis&Patch Testing

Job overview

We are looking to appoint to a full-time (10 PA) Consultant Dermatologist with Interest in Patch Testing to the Dermatology department at Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust based at the Royal Hallamshire Hospital.

We would welcome applications from candidates across the full spectrum of experience, from those who have recently completed training to those who have well-established careers.

Should any further vacancies arise shortlisted applicants will be considered.

Main duties of the job

• This post will be based at the Royal Hallamshire Hospital and includes an on-call commitment. The working practices will be subject to the needs of the Dermatology department. •    Provide weekly outpatient clinics for patch testing and general dermatology.  •    Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team.  •    To have a continuing clinical responsibility for patients admitted under your care and for any managerial/administrative arrangements necessary for their continuing care. To this end, the appointee(s) will contribute to the regular meetings of the dermatology department. •    The post holder will be allocated 1.5 SPA per week around clinical shifts for the first year. For subsequent years, SPA allocations will be agreed as part of the job planning process in line with trust protocol. •    An annual review of duties will take place with the Clinical Lead as part of the Job Planning process. •    To participate in the Trust’s annual appraisal process. •    The allocation of time between the various duties of the post will be open to some adjustment in consultation with consultant colleagues and the employing Trust. •    The successful candidate will work according to the terms and conditions of the national consultant contract.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please refer to the supporting job description and person specification which will outline the duties of the role including an indicative job plan.

Applications from those unable, for personal reasons, to work on a whole time basis or a job share basis will be considered.

The successful candidate must be registered with the GMC with a valid licence to practice. For further information please visit the GMC website and click on the Registration and Licensing link. You will also have completed Specialist Training (or equivalent) and be entered on the Specialist Register of the GMC, or have a CCT date within six months of the date of interview.

Non-UK/EEA applicants should ensure they are aware of the recent changes to the Immigration rules. For further information on how this may affect your application visit the UK Government website.

Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust promotes Equality of opportunity and Diversity within the workplace.