Job summary
This post is in general adult and paediatric dermatology. The post holder will be a core member of the skin oncology MDT. There is a requirement to join the weekly on-call rota for ward referrals and urgent A&E/GP queries, which operates 0900-1700 Monday-Friday. There is no out of hours on-call commitment.

This new post will have secretarial and multidisciplinary team support.

The new post will have a commitment to 3 clinical sessions including general adult/paediatric dermatology, skin cancer outpatient clinic, MDT skin oncology meeting, 1 minor operation session, 1 teledermatology session, 1 session for ward round / hospital in patient referrals, 1 session for clinical administration and 0.5 session for development of a special interest clinic/service lead for particular area of interest, to be decided dependent on the postholder's interests and experience and to be mutually agreed as part of the departments overall strategy. 1.5 sessions are provided for supporting activities, including continuous professional development, audit, educational activities and research.

Main duties of the job

• Provision of a Dermatology Service for outpatients, day-cases, in-patients, ward referrals, and relevant surgical procedures.
• Education, training and supervision of medical students, junior medical staff, nurses, paramedics, general practitioners.
• Administrative duties to ensure the proper functioning of the department.
• Provision of cover for colleagues' periods of leave.
• Participation in medical audit, clinical governance, research and continuing professional development relating to dermatology.
• Management and supervision of medical, nursing and other professional staff within the Dermatology multidisciplinary care team.
• Attendance at Directorate, District and Regional meetings, as required, to represent the interests of the speciality and the department.
• Participation in the Dermatology on-call rota and prospective cross cover with colleagues for such.
• Contribute to the development of dermatology services, treatment guidelines and the promotion of greater knowledge of the management of dermatological conditions in primary care.
• Provide a consultation and advisory service to medical colleagues in other specialties in the Trust and to general practitioners.

About us
At the Dudley Group our patients and staff are at the heart of all that we do and that is to provide a world class service that aligns with our vision of "excellent health care, improved health for all". We are seeking to recruit staff who share our vision and values of making Dudley Group an incredible workplace.

As part of the NHS People Promise, your wellbeing is our priority, and we are committed to ensuring our employees achieve a healthy work-life balance supported by our flexible working options and by making reasonable adjustments where possible. We believe no-one should have to sacrifice family, friends, or their personal interests for work. We are a modern employer able to attract and retain high quality staff through our commitment to the NHS People Promise.

As an employer, we foster an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, supported, and empowered to contribute their best. We want to ensure that our workforce is representative of the population we serve.

Dudley Group offer many opportunities for our staff to develop and grow within their roles through our Learning & OD Team. These include topics such as communication, wellbeing, team development, cultural competency, and values.

Details
Date posted: 19 October 2026
Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade: Consultant
Salary: £113,565 to £150,569 a year per annum
Contract: Fixed term
Duration: 12 months
Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time
Reference number: 253-1026-8342821

Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached job description for full details of the main duties and responsibilities that the post holder is required to undertake.

Person Specification
Qualifications (Essential)

• Relevant professional qualifications
• Degree from a recognised University
• MRCP (UK) or recognised equivalent qualification

Relevant registration requirements (Essential)

• Full GMC registration with a licence to practise

Knowledge (Essential)

• Ability to apply research outcomes to clinical problems
• Awareness of current developments and initiatives

Contact
For questions about the job, contact: Clinical Service Lead, Indre Verpetinske, indre.verpetinske@nhs.net, 01384456111

Employer
The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust, Russells Hall Hospital, Pensnet Road, Dudley, DY1 2HQ, United Kingdom

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a Disclosure and Barring Service check. Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled Worker sponsorship are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications.