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Specialty Doctor in Dermatology
Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 16 day(s) ago
Reference: 2431504
Job summary
The Dermatology service for the population of West Dorset is based at Dorset County Hospital, with some locality-based Dermatology clinics provided at Community hospitals for simple diagnostic and therapeutic referrals.
The service is currently staffed by 1 Consultant Dermatologist (Dr Koch), 1 Associate Specialist (Dr Tilley), 1 locum Consultant Dermatologist (Dr Hodder),1 Specialty Doctor (Dr Al Sharbatee) specialist nurses and medical secretaries.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will:
o Support the existing Dermatology team in providing a Dermatology outpatient service and management of ward referrals
o Undertake Dermatology clinics and surgical procedures under consultant supervision
o Participate in weekly MDT meetings
o Join the Consultants when they see inpatient ward referrals on ward rounds
o Work closely with the multi-professional group within the Dermatology Department
o Contribute to Clinical Audit
o Have the opportunity to participate in Research and/or Publications
The successful candidate will have the opportunity of continuing professional development and to develop a portfolio in Dermatology. For some individuals, with prior Dermatology experience, this may lead towards a CESR application to the GMC Specialist Register for Dermatology.
About us
At DCHFT, we pride ourselves on the care we provide for our patients, and on the culture, we are creating for our staff. We work hard to create a fair, inclusive environment for our staff.
Our Mission is to provide outstanding care for people in ways which matter to them, and our vision is Dorset County Hospital, working with our health and social care partners, will be at the heart of improving the well-being of our communities.
We are a Trust that celebrates diversity, and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from people in all under-represented groups.
We understand that AI can be a useful tool when completing your application. However, we are seeing an increasing over-reliance of AI tools, which can negatively affect your application as it reduces a candidate's individuality, and makes it difficult for us to gain a clear and authentic understanding of your experience, skills, and in turn your suitability for the role.
All submissions must be truthful and if you do use AI, it should only be used to enhance your application and not create your supporting statement in its entirety. Your supporting statement should be in your own words and must accurately reflect your personal experience and achievements. Where we have concerns that AI has been used to generate content that misrepresents your experience and suitability for the role, we may withdraw your application.
Details
Date posted
16 October 2026
Pay scheme
Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade
Specialty Doctor
Salary
£63,696 to £102,689 a year Per Annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
405-MD2672DERM
Job locations
Dorset County Hospital
Williams Avenue
Dorchester
DT1 2JY
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Dermatology service for the population of West Dorset is based at Dorset County Hospital, with some locality-based Dermatology clinics provided at Community hospitals for simple diagnostic and therapeutic referrals.
The service is currently staffed by 1 Consultant Dermatologist (Dr Koch), 1 Associate Specialist (Dr Tilley), 1 locum Consultant Dermatologist (Dr Hodder),1 Specialty Doctor (Dr Al Sharbatee) specialist nurses and medical secretaries.
Most referrals including more complex cases requiring the facilities of DGH (investigation/intervention e.g. PUVA/inpatient care etc.) are managed within the DCH clinic setting. PUVA and UVB facilities are provided at Dorset County Hospital using a Waldman 6002 PUVA cabinet and 6001 UVB cabinet fitted with TL-01 narrow band tubes. The UV service is staffed by specialist nurses, who also carries out other services including patch testing and photodynamic therapy. There are nurse led services for isotretinoin and systemic drug monitoring including biologics. There is a dedicated skin cancer nurse specialist who attends the MDT and supports patients with diagnosed skin cancer, a dermatology nurse specialist developing additional interest in Paediatric Dermatology, and recent appointments earmarked for developing provision for nurse-led surgery and other nurse-led services. The consultant has a dedicated clinic nurse who is a registered nurse and also assists in minor surgery.
Day Surgery facilities are provided for more complex Dermatological Surgery, with further provision negotiable depending on the skills of the incoming consultant, with additional close links with Maxillofacial Surgery, ENT and General Surgery. Possible future service developments could include Mohs micrographic surgery, although this would require agreement of the Trust and Dorset Clinical Commissioning Group.
Specialist clinics currently include Paediatric Dermatology (Dr Hodder), a virtual specialist joint clinic with GUM/Gynaecology for patients with vulval disorders (Dr Koch) and Skin Lymphoma (Dr Koch). There is also a monthly Combined Clinic for more complex dermatology patients who benefit from a collective opinion from the whole team.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Dermatology service for the population of West Dorset is based at Dorset County Hospital, with some locality-based Dermatology clinics provided at Community hospitals for simple diagnostic and therapeutic referrals.
The service is currently staffed by 1 Consultant Dermatologist (Dr Koch), 1 Associate Specialist (Dr Tilley), 1 locum Consultant Dermatologist (Dr Hodder),1 Specialty Doctor (Dr Al Sharbatee) specialist nurses and medical secretaries.
Most referrals including more complex cases requiring the facilities of DGH (investigation/intervention e.g. PUVA/inpatient care etc.) are managed within the DCH clinic setting. PUVA and UVB facilities are provided at Dorset County Hospital using a Waldman 6002 PUVA cabinet and 6001 UVB cabinet fitted with TL-01 narrow band tubes. The UV service is staffed by specialist nurses, who also carries out other services including patch testing and photodynamic therapy. There are nurse led services for isotretinoin and systemic drug monitoring including biologics. There is a dedicated skin cancer nurse specialist who attends the MDT and supports patients with diagnosed skin cancer, a dermatology nurse specialist developing additional interest in Paediatric Dermatology, and recent appointments earmarked for developing provision for nurse-led surgery and other nurse-led services. The consultant has a dedicated clinic nurse who is a registered nurse and also assists in minor surgery.
Day Surgery facilities are provided for more complex Dermatological Surgery, with further provision negotiable depending on the skills of the incoming consultant, with additional close links with Maxillofacial Surgery, ENT and General Surgery. Possible future service developments could include Mohs micrographic surgery, although this would require agreement of the Trust and Dorset Clinical Commissioning Group.
Specialist clinics currently include Paediatric Dermatology (Dr Hodder), a virtual specialist joint clinic with GUM/Gynaecology for patients with vulval disorders (Dr Koch) and Skin Lymphoma (Dr Koch). There is also a monthly Combined Clinic for more complex dermatology patients who benefit from a collective opinion from the whole team.
Person Specification
Education, Qualifications and Training
Essential
- Medical Degree (MBBS, MChB or equivalent)
- Full GMC registration and a license to practice is required
- Postgraduate training in medicine
Experience
Essential
- Previous Dermatology experience and 4 years postgraduate experience
- Evidence of good oral and written communication skills
- Experience of multidisciplinary working
Desirable
- Recent and significant UK Experience
- Evidence of working independently
- Ability to develop effective working relationships on an individual, multi-professional and team basis with all levels of staff
Skills, Abilities& Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding of clinical governance and the individual responsibilities it implies
- Knowledge of medical and clinical audit principles and evidence of direct involvement in 2 specific medical audits in the last 18 months.
Audit
Essential
- Knowledge of principles of research
Person Specification
Education, Qualifications and Training
Essential
- Medical Degree (MBBS, MChB or equivalent)
- Full GMC registration and a license to practice is required
- Postgraduate training in medicine
Experience
Essential
- Previous Dermatology experience and 4 years postgraduate experience
- Evidence of good oral and written communication skills
- Experience of multidisciplinary working
Desirable
- Recent and significant UK Experience
- Evidence of working independently
- Ability to develop effective working relationships on an individual, multi-professional and team basis with all levels of staff
Skills, Abilities& Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding of clinical governance and the individual responsibilities it implies
- Knowledge of medical and clinical audit principles and evidence of direct involvement in 2 specific medical audits in the last 18 months.
Audit
Essential
- Knowledge of principles of research
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Employer details
Employer name
Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Dorset County Hospital
Williams Avenue
Dorchester
DT1 2JY
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.dchft.nhs.uk/working-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Dorset County Hospital
Williams Avenue
Dorchester
DT1 2JY
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.dchft.nhs.uk/working-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab)