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About the role

Applications are invited for the post of Consultant Dermatologist based in the Department of Dermatology at the Leicester Royal Infirmary, part of the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust.This post will be offered working both within UHL but with a session(s) also to be worked within the Alliance partnership which hosts the community elective care service. The Dermatology service is part of Specialty Medicine within the Emergency and Specialty Medicine CMG

Maintenance of the highest clinical standards in the management of patients. To share with colleagues responsibility for the day-to-day management of patients. To promote new ways of working and co-ordinating care for patients in the community and to ensure that services are based on effective and integrated partnerships across the health community. Take part in multidisciplinary case conferences. Supervise and train junior medical staff To be involved in appraising and assessing juniors. Teaching, research and administration. To proactively develop the service. To actively participate in both departmental and Trust matters concerning Clinical Governance and audit.

Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030). We have four primary goals: high-quality care for all, being a great place to work, partnerships for impact, and research and education excellence And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities. Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all: we are compassionate, we are proud, we are inclusive, and we are one team This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve. About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust: http://www.leicestershospitals.nhs.uk/aboutus/work-for-us/current-vacancies/

Person specification

Essential

MB BS or Equivalent
Full GMC Registration
Fully Accredited for Higher Specialist Training or will be eligible for inclusion on the Specialist Register within 6 months of the interview date
MRCP/MRCS or Equivalent
Current BLS Certification
Fully trained in Dermatology
Excellent clinical skills and experience requisite to meeting all aspects of the Job Plan
Ability to apply sound clinical judgment to problems.
Demonstrates clear, logical thinking / analytical approach.
Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English that are adequate to enable effective communication with patients and colleagues
To be empathic and sensitive; capacity to take others perspectives and treat others with understanding.
Highly Developed Emotional Intelligence
Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team and supervise juniors
Experience of leading teams and awareness of leadership styles.
Ability to effectively organise, prioritise and manage clinical workload.
Understanding of wider health agenda and modern NHS.
Ability to work to overcome barriers to change (negotiating, influencing and persuasion skills).
Knowledge and understanding of clinical governance issues.
Understanding and interest in research.
Ability to appraise research critically.
Ability to supervise juniors undertaking research projects.
Evidence of recent research and development activity.
Experience of and a commitment to training/ teaching undergraduate and postgraduates.
Appraisal and assessment skills
Ability to asses clinical competencies
Enthusiastic and ability to inspire and lead others.
Able to demonstrate a commitment and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to their individual needs.
Personal integrity and reliability.
Ability to motivate and develop both medical Staff and non-medical staff.
Effective participation in and a commitment to clinical audit.
Participation in a quality improvement programme.
Experience of quality improvement work and audit

Desirable

Membership of relevant Specialist Societies or Associations
Higher degree e.g. MSc, MD or equivalent.
Evidence of clinical or research commitment and a relevant specialty interest.
Highly developed emotional intelligence
High standard of presentation both written and verbal
Demonstrable track record of successful change management
Proven ability to maintain focus in a demanding environment
Evidence of management and administration experience.