Dermatologist – Consultant, Specialty Doctor or GPwER
We are seeking a Consultant Dermatologist (or GPwER) to join our Community Dermatology Service. The service serves over 20,000 patients across Kent and Medway, providing a consultant‑led, accessible and efficient dermatology service. The role is designed to support primary care by managing the majority of diagnostics, outpatient and surgical activity within community settings.
Responsibilities
- Provide assessment, investigation and treatment for dermatology patients of all ages, excluding 2‑WW referrals, connective tissue disorders, leg ulcers and systemic illnesses.
- Deliver a full diagnostic service including phlebotomy, biopsy, swab collection, cryotherapy and reporting of results.
- Operate as a one‑stop‑shop, ensuring patients are assessed and receive treatment within the same appointment where possible.
- Provide a high‑quality, accessible, multidisciplinary service with consultant oversight, meeting NICE guidance and best practice.
- Triage all referrals to the dermatology pathway and manage cases appropriately in line with local referral pathways.
- Refer patients to hospital only when necessary (e.g., tier‑4 cases, acutely unwell patients, diagnostic uncertainty or treatments that require hospital supervision).
- Offer clinical opinions and detailed management plans to referring clinicians, supporting the GP with follow‑up as appropriate.
- Provide information, support and education on self‑care, prevention and long‑term management of skin disease.
- Develop integrated pathways and maintain good communication across all tiers of care, bridging primary and secondary services.
Schedule & Working Conditions
Flexible days of work with a minimum of four sessions per month (approximately one morning/afternoon per week or two full days per month). WMP pay is competitive at each staff grade.
Qualifications & Experience
- Evidence of additional qualifications in dermatology or related specialties.
- Proven experience providing high‑quality dermatology care in outpatient settings.
- Knowledge and experience of acute dermatology management.
- Expertise across the full range of dermatological problems with independent clinical responsibility.
- Broad understanding of clinical governance principles.
- Experience working independently within a primary care environment.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
- Strong communication skills with patients, relatives, GPs, nurses and other agencies.
- Commitment to continuing medical education and clinical governance requirements.
- Flexible working attitude.
Disclosure & Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a disclosure check with the Disclosure and Barring Service.
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We are seeking a Consultant Dermatologist (or GPwER) to join our Community Dermatology Service. The service serves over 20,000 patients across Kent and Medway, providing a consultant‑led, accessible and efficient dermatology service. The role is designed to support primary care by managing the majority of diagnostics, outpatient and surgical activity within community settings.
Responsibilities
- Provide assessment, investigation and treatment for dermatology patients of all ages, excluding 2‑WW referrals, connective tissue disorders, leg ulcers and systemic illnesses.
- Deliver a full diagnostic service including phlebotomy, biopsy, swab collection, cryotherapy and reporting of results.
- Operate as a one‑stop‑shop, ensuring patients are assessed and receive treatment within the same appointment where possible.
- Provide a high‑quality, accessible, multidisciplinary service with consultant oversight, meeting NICE guidance and best practice.
- Triage all referrals to the dermatology pathway and manage cases appropriately in line with local referral pathways.
- Refer patients to hospital only when necessary (e.g., tier‑4 cases, acutely unwell patients, diagnostic uncertainty or treatments that require hospital supervision).
- Offer clinical opinions and detailed management plans to referring clinicians, supporting the GP with follow‑up as appropriate.
- Provide information, support and education on self‑care, prevention and long‑term management of skin disease.
- Develop integrated pathways and maintain good communication across all tiers of care, bridging primary and secondary services.
Schedule & Working Conditions
Flexible days of work with a minimum of four sessions per month (approximately one morning/afternoon per week or two full days per month). WMP pay is competitive at each staff grade.
Qualifications & Experience
- Evidence of additional qualifications in dermatology or related specialties.
- Proven experience providing high‑quality dermatology care in outpatient settings.
- Knowledge and experience of acute dermatology management.
- Expertise across the full range of dermatological problems with independent clinical responsibility.
- Broad understanding of clinical governance principles.
- Experience working independently within a primary care environment.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
- Strong communication skills with patients, relatives, GPs, nurses and other agencies.
- Commitment to continuing medical education and clinical governance requirements.
- Flexible working attitude.
Disclosure & Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a disclosure check with the Disclosure and Barring Service.
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