Clinical Fellow - Dermatology | University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust
| Posting date: | 15 April 2024 |
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| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £55,329 Per Annum |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 15 May 2024 |
| Location: | Poole, BH15 2JB |
| Company: | Royal Bournemouth and Christchurch Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | 6071036/153-M3390 |
Summary
This Clinical Fellow post offers the opportunity to develop clinical and research skills in Dermatology and would be ideal for anyone wishing to pursue higher specialist training in this area.
The post is full time and is based in the Department of Dermatology at Poole Hospital. The role will involve providing clinical care for dermatology patients and a clinical research component for 2 days per week.
Applicants must be able to demonstrate enthusiasm for Dermatology as a career and prior experience working in Dermatology is desirable but not essential. There are opportunities to study and prepare for the MRCP examinations if required.
This post is ideally suited to those wishing to pursue a career in Dermatology, and our previous post holders have gained specialist experience and development of their CVs directly leading to successful application for higher specialist training.
The department is a busy and friendly place led by 5 consultants and a team of nurse specialists, speciality grade doctors and an SpR. There is a strong clinical training environment in the department and you will receive support with your learning in Dermatology, clinical supervision and mentorship.
Poole is an ideal place to live if you enjoy the outdoors with some of the UK’s best beaches just a few miles away, and the beautiful Purbecks and only a short bike ride or drive away. Poole Harbour is a superb place to learn and enjoy water sports such as sailing, windsurfing and paddle boarding. The hospital Mess organises weekly social and water sports events.
The post holder will carry out Dermatology outpatient clinics and minor skin surgery lists under senior supervision. There will be the opportunity to gain experience in the management of acute and chronic dermatological disease as well as skin cancer, and to develop your skin surgery skills. The research component of the post will comprise working alongside the Dermatology research team to support the running of clinical trials and other research studies in the department. There is no on call commitment. Time will be allocated for Continual Professional Development in Dermatology with attendance and participation in regional and national clinical meetings encouraged.
This advert closes on Monday 29 Apr 2024
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