Job summaryAn exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior clinical fellow to join the Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust Dermatology Department. An ideal role for someone interested in a career in dermatology, this is an exciting opportunity to learn within one of the largest dermatology departments in London, with an established reputation for dermatology training.The Dermatology Department consists of comprehensive general and specialist outpatient clinics, including consultants with highly specialised interests, and acts as a tertiary referral centre for eczema, connective tissue disorders and psoriasis, as well as having an active clinical trials unit. The department also runs a comprehensive skin cancer service with a full range of treatment options including Mohs surgery. There is additionally some inpatient capacity that provides care for the local population in North and North Central London.The successful applicant will be involved in all aspects of the diagnosis and treatment of dermatological conditions in outpatient and inpatient settings, and will be expected to treat patients on behalf of and under the direction of the Consultants.For more information, please contact Dr Meena Arunachalammeenakshi.arunachalam@nhs.netMain duties of the jobThis is a full-time (40 hours per week) post based at Barnet and Chase Farm Hospitals. The Dermatology Department is a busy and dynamic unit that provides care both for the local population in North Central London and to a much larger network around North London, and the Home Counties.As dermatology clinical fellow you will be expected to look after patients with skin disease in both the inpatient and outpatient setting. You will work with a team of trainees and consultants.Applicants should hold MRCP or equivalent and should be registered with the GMC.CLINICAL RESPONSIBILITIESSupporting regular outpatient clinics (routine and 2WW)Supporting surgical operating listsAttending MDTsCovering referrals from Wards and A&EEngaging in the development of the serviceThe department fosters a culture of shared learning and support. There is a large multidisciplinary team. Many clinics follow an attending model structure. There are weekly multidisciplinary team meetings including a clinicopathological case conference, inflammatory MDT and a dedicated connective tissue MDT.About usThe Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's biggest and most innovative trusts. Across three main hospitals, our dedicated army of staff care for over 1.6million patients, treat more than 200,000 in A&E, deliver over 8,000 babies and carry out more than 17million tests.Our size, scale and influence offer you unrivalled career opportunities and a forward-thinking approach to working that works around your lifestyle. From flexible hours and generous benefits, to next level training, we make it easier to take your career to the topFor more information please follow linkhttps://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesBACKGROUND:The RFL is a large specialist skin cancer unit and tertiary referral centre, able to provide specialist treatment for skin cancers which include the following:Patients with melanoma - wide local excision and sentinel lymph node biopsy, and further management with targeted and immunotherapies for patients with advanced disease.Patients with non-melanoma skin cancer requiring Mohs micrographic surgery as well as immunotherapy/systemic treatmentWeekly joint multidisciplinary decision to treat skin cancer clinic alongside clinical oncology and plastic surgeryTertiary referral clinic for the management of cutaneous lymphomaTHE RFL DERMATOLOGY SERVICEThe dermatology service functions as a multi-disciplinary team working across the three major sites of the Trust (The Royal Free, Barnet and Chase Farm Hospitals.Adult and paediatric dermatology services (community, secondary and tertiary care)Specialist medical dermatology clinics (Psoriasis, Eczema, Connective Tissue Disease, Hair and Nail, Vulval and Urticaria)Joint GUM/Dermatology, Immunology/Dermatology, Psoriasis/Rheumatology and Connective Tissue/Rheumatology clinicsPhototherapy (narrow band UVB and PUVA)Two week wait skin cancer clinicsDiagnostic, intermediate and advanced skin surgeryMohs surgeryLaserTeledermatology clinicsSkin allergy and patch testing clinicsPhotodynamic therapy clinicsPsychodermatologyRenal/Liver transplant and immunosuppression skin clinicsThere is strong collaboration with the Departments of Medicine, Rheumatology, Oncology, Radiotherapy, Plastic Surgery, Paediatrics, Histopathology, Immunology and HIV / Infectious Diseases.The clinical team are supported by an operational management teamService Manager- Catherine Bossa & Rakhee LaloobhaiOperations Manager: Katherine Brothwood, Sharon BaxterSenior Operations Manager: Jon LearThere are several lead nursesAlice McWale - Nonsultant Nurse (Cross site)Alan Milligan- Skin Cancer Nurse, Royal Free HospitalJenny Carolan-Barnet and Chase Farm HospitalsNick Bash- Royal Free HospitalPerson SpecificationRoyal Free World Class ValuesEssentialDemonstrable ability to meet the Trust ValuesEducation & professional QualificationsEssentialGMC registrationMRCP part 2 written and/or MSc in Dermatology and/or previous experience in in Dermatology (at least 1 year)ExperienceEssentialAbility to demonstrate broad clinical skills in the management of all patients18 months general professional training experience at SHO level in general medicineSkills in common generic practical procedureDesirablePrevious dermatology experiencePrevious experience in minor dermatological surgerySkills and aptitudesEssentialEvidence of academic excellenceAbility to work as part of a teamPersonal Qualities & attributesEssentialGood communication skillsAble to work on own initiativeWell organisedWilling to take on responsibilityGood general health physically able to carry out the duties of the postDisclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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 SponsorshipApplications 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).UK RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).Employer detailsEmployer nameRoyal Free London NHS Foundation TrustAddressBCFBarnet Hospital Wellhouse Ln, Barnet EN5 3DJBarnetEN5 3DJEmployer's websitehttps://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)