GPwER - Dermatology
3 days ago
Rowley Regis
DCCS Ltd are developing and wish to expand the GPwERprovision. As a result, we are looking for GPs who have completed a recognisedpostgraduate Diploma in Dermatology and have some previous practical experiencein dermatology. We welcome applicants who are looking to further develop theirextended role, and additional training and supervision can be provided for theright candidate. You will need to be a GMC registered general practitioner,be available for a minimum of one or two clinical sessions per week, havestrong communication and IT skills, and wish to help shape and deliverhigh-quality community care for patients being referred into the communitydermatology service. You will work alongside other GPwERs, a Dermatologyconsultant from NWAFT, specialist nurses and GPwERs in training. All of theclinics are in community settings. The post holder will provide general Dermatology clinics,seeing new patients and follow-ups. There will be an opportunity to develop andlearn a range of skills in Dermatology in a growing, busy service. A designatedmentor, supervision and appropriate training will be available to supportfurther development. We are a friendly and mutually supportive team of clinicianswith an outstanding reputation for service and quality. Current locations where clinics are held are, BuckdenSurgery, Little Paxton Surgery, The Moat House (Warboys) and St Marys (Ely).We are looking to extend this further within Cambridgeshire. DCCS Ltd are developing and wish to expand the GPwERprovision. As a result, we are looking for GPs who have an interest in, andprevious experience, in Dermatology. You will need to be GMC registered general practitioner, beavailable for a minimum of one or two clinical session per week, have strongcommunication and IT skills, and wish to help shape and delivery high qualitycommunity care for patients being referred into the community dermatologyservice. You will work alongside other GPwERs, a Dermatologyconsultant, specialist nurses and GPwERs in training. All of the clinics are incommunity settings. Primary key responsibilities The core responsibilities of a GPwER includes, but are notlimited to, the following. There may occasionally be a need to undertakeadditional tasks depending on workload and staffing considerations: Delivering high-quality medical care.Providing specialised dermatological services in accordance with the[GMS/PMS/APMS] agreement.Treating a range of skin conditions, including complex and chronicdermatological issues.Engaging in dermatology clinics and offering expert guidance to generalpractitioners.Managing dermatological administrative duties, such as referrals andskin-related medication management.Performing dermatological procedures and surgeries as necessary.Maintaining precise and comprehensive clinical records for dermatologicaltreatments.Collaborating with the secretaries and the broader service team includingManagement.Keeping up to date with the latest developments in dermatology andimplementing best practices.Leading dermatology quality improvement initiatives within the service.Participating in DCCS clinical team meetings.Contributing to the development and maintenance of dermatological services,including clinical governance and training.Ensuring compliance with dermatological standards in the appraisal process.Engaging in dermatology-specific revalidation.Committing to ongoing professional development in dermatology.Assisting the partners in enhancing dermatological services and practiceincome.Reviewing and adhering to dermatology-specific protocols and policies.Promoting a culture of continuous improvement in dermatological care. Secondary ResponsibilitiesIn addition to the primary responsibilities, the associate specialistdermatologist may be requested to:Participating in dermatology audits.Engaging in local initiatives to enhance dermatological service delivery andpatient care.Involvement in reviewing significant events in dermatology using structuredapproaches like root cause analysis (RCA). • Specialist Dermatology Qualification: Possession of a medical degree alongside a recognised postgraduate Diploma in Dermatology or equivalent qualification., • Dermatology Experience: Some practical experience in assessing and managing dermatological conditions. Candidates do not need to have extensive specialist outpatient experience, as appropriate training and supervision can be provided., • Full GMC Registration and Inclusion on the National Performers List: Active registration with the General Medical Council and listing on the National Performers List., • Commitment to Developing Dermatology Skills: An interest in developing an extended role in dermatology and willingness to undertake further training and supervised development where required., • Commitment to Evidence-Based Dermatology: Dedication to delivering high-quality, evidence-based care in dermatology., • Clinical and Communication Skills: Good clinical judgement and excellent communication abilities for effective patient care and multidisciplinary teamwork., • IT Proficiency: Ability to use relevant clinical IT systems., • Teamwork: Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team., • Continuous Professional Development in Dermatology: Commitment to ongoing professional learning and development within dermatology., • UK Practice Eligibility: Legal entitlement to practice medicine in the UK., • Effective Time Management and Organisational Skills: Capability to efficiently manage a diverse workload., • Empathy and Sensitivity: Demonstrated empathy and sensitivity towards patients with dermatological conditions., • Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check: Successful completion of a DBS check., • Occupational Health Clearance: Required occupational health clearance confirming fitness for clinical practice., • Previous experience working in a GPwER or community dermatology service., • Experience of dermatological procedures or minor surgery. Applicants without this experience may still be considered where training can be provided., • Experience of Medicines Management. Knowledge and experience in the management of medications, particularly those related to dermatological conditions., • Experience of ICB Initiatives: Involvement with Integrated Care Board (ICB) initiatives and collaborative work across healthcare sectors., • Experience in Teaching and Training: Involvement in the education or supervision of medical students, junior doctors or nursing staff., • Specialist Dermatology Qualification: Possession of a medical degree alongside a recognised postgraduate Diploma in Dermatology or equivalent qualification., • Dermatology Experience: Some practical experience in assessing and managing dermatological conditions. Candidates do not need to have extensive specialist outpatient experience, as appropriate training and supervision can be provided., • Full GMC Registration and Inclusion on the National Performers List: Active registration with the General Medical Council and listing on the National Performers List., • Commitment to Developing Dermatology Skills: An interest in developing an extended role in dermatology and willingness to undertake further training and supervised development where required., • Commitment to Evidence-Based Dermatology: Dedication to delivering high-quality, evidence-based care in dermatology., • Clinical and Communication Skills: Good clinical judgement and excellent communication abilities for effective patient care and multidisciplinary teamwork., • IT Proficiency: Ability to use relevant clinical IT systems., • Teamwork: Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team., • Continuous Professional Development in Dermatology: Commitment to ongoing professional learning and development within dermatology., • UK Practice Eligibility: Legal entitlement to practice medicine in the UK., • Effective Time Management and Organisational Skills: Capability to efficiently manage a diverse workload., • Empathy and Sensitivity: Demonstrated empathy and sensitivity towards patients with dermatological conditions., • Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check: Successful completion of a DBS check., • Occupational Health Clearance: Required occupational health clearance confirming fitness for clinical practice., • Previous experience working in a GPwER or community dermatology service., • Experience of dermatological procedures or minor surgery. Applicants without this experience may still be considered where training can be provided., • Experience of Medicines Management. Knowledge and experience in the management of medications, particularly those related to dermatological conditions., • Experience of ICB Initiatives: Involvement with Integrated Care Board (ICB) initiatives and collaborative work across healthcare sectors., • Experience in Teaching and Training: Involvement in the education or supervision of medical students, junior doctors or nursing staff. 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. Depending on experiencePay per patient seen #J-18808-Ljbffr