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Job requirements
Essential
2 listedRequirements the employer expects applicants to meet.
- Experience
A sound knowledge of basic clinical sciences and the ability to apply this knowledge to clinical practice. An understanding of dermatology and relevant clinical experience including out-patient working. (2)
- Qualifications
Basic – MBBS or equivalent & Postgraduate MRCP (UK) or (I) Non-UK graduates without MRCP must provide evidence of appropriate knowledge, training, and experience, particularly in the case of acute medical conditions (2) • Full GMC. (2)
Desirable
2 listedAdditional qualities the employer would prefer.
- Experience
Understanding of principles of audit, research and evidence-based medicine. (2)
- Qualifications
Experience in dermatology (2)
Job overview
The post is for a doctor who is interested in pursuing the Portfolio route with the support of the department. The department is very busy and receives approximately 250 suspected skin cancer referrals per week, tele dermatology is well established and outpatient rooms, procedure rooms, and a UV suite are co located in Rowan House.
Main duties of the job
The main duties of the post includes outpatient clinics for both adults and paediatric patients, minor surgery and ward cover for urgent referrals. The successful applicant will be responsible for the delivery and development of high quality dermatology care under the supervision of the consultant team.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
The post holder will also be expected to participate in the normal duties relating to the administration of the Dermatology Department. These duties will include teaching, continuing medical education and audit/clinical governance.
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.
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This advert is for Trust Doctor in Dermatology – Portfolio Training (StR Higher) with University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust in Plymouth, England. It is listed as a Senior Medical doctor Dermatology role. The advertised salary is £67,325 pro rota. The contract type is Fixed term: 12 months (Potential to extend.). The application deadline is 24 Nov 2026.
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