Job summary
This is a specialty doctor post in paediatric dermatology, crucial for overseeing the treatment of complex vascular patients on the immunosuppressive medications. Additionally, the holder of this post does general dermatology and mosaic clinics, providing comprehensive care for a complex paediatric dermatology patients.
Within the directorate's strategic plan, this role is essential for maintaining highly specialised care for complex patients, supporting the objective of delivering high-quality, tailored treatments.
6 Months maternity cover.
Main duties of the job
The Pediatrics Dermatology Department provides an in-patient, day case, ambulatory and out-patient diagnostic and treatment service to children with severe and / or rare disorders involving the skin. Short and long stay patients are currently cared for on Pelican Ward. Out-patient clinics take place every weekday.
Special areas of expertise within the department include the management of children with complex vascular anomalies, congenital melanocytic naevi, other mosaic disorders, morphea, epidermolysis bullosa, severe eczema and psoriasis. The department has a very large vascular laser treatment program carrying out approximately 700 treatments per year.
The department has close working links with the departments of plastic surgery, ophthalmology, interventional radiology, rheumatology, psychology, hematology, and oncology, and has monthly histopathology MDT, monthly neurovascular MDT, monthly genetics MDT, quarterly mosaic disorders MDT and a monthly vascular anomalies MDT.
About us
GOSH is committed to recruiting the best person for the job, based solely on their ability and individual merit as measured against the criteria for the role; through a process that is fair, open, consistent and free from bias and discrimination.
We are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer and foster a culture where all staff are valued, respected and acknowledged. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, disability status or length of time spent unemployed.
We particularly welcome applications from BAME communities, people with disabilities and/or long-term health conditions and LGBT+ community members.
We have policies and procedures in place to ensure that all applicants and employees are treated fairly and consistently. We are proud to be accredited as a Disability Confident Employer, a member of Business Disability Forum and a Stonewall Diversity Champion.
We have active and Executive supported BAME, LGBT+ and Allies, Disability and Long-Term Health Conditions and Women's staff networks. Staff networks are employee-led groups formed around interests, issues and a common bond or background. Staff network members create a positive and inclusive work environment at Great Ormond Street Hospital by actively contributing to the Trust's mission, values and efforts specific to inclusion. All of our staff networks are open to any employee.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachments.
Person Specification
GOSH Culture and Values
Essential
- Always welcoming
- Always helpful
- Always expert
- Always one team
- Experience of working as part of a diverse team
- Experience of contributing to an inclusive workplace culture.
- Knowledge and Understanding of diverse backgrounds and perspectives.
- Understanding of Diversity and Inclusion challenges in the workplace.
- Demonstrable contribution to advancing Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace
Academic/Professional qualification/Training
Essential
- Primary medical qualification - MBBS or equivalent
- Full GMC registration with Licence to Practice
- MRCPCH or equivalent
Experience/Knowledge
Essential
- At least 5 years' full-time experience in Paediatrics
- Previous experience in Paediatric dermatology
- Evidence of ability to manage sick infants and children
- Understanding of principles of clinical governance
- Good general paediatric knowledge
- Published research in peer reviewed journals
Desirable
- Participation in clinical Audit/research
- Experience of teaching/presentations
Skills/Abilities
Essential
- Ability to prioritise clinical needs
- Evidence of multidisciplinary team working
- Computer literate
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
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.
Applications 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 .
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 .
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website .
Employer details
Employer name
Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Great Ormond Street Children Hospital
Russel Square
London
WC1N 3JH