West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
Locum Consultant Dermatologist

The closing date is 22 November 2026

Job summary
We are seeking an enthusiastic Consultant Dermatologist to join our Dermatology Team. This is fixed term 10 PA post initially for 12 months. We also welcome applications from candidates wishing to work less than full time. We are able to increase the total PAs to 13 and these could be shared between part time consultants. The successful candidates will join an established team of 21 Consultants. There is support from 1 Associate Specialist, 4 Specialty doctors and specialist dermatology nurses including 2 skin cancer specialist nurses and 2 paediatric specialist dermatology nurses.

The department also has 2 SPRs, 2 clinical fellows and 1 VTS trainee. Services available include day case surgery, paediatric dermatology, phototherapy, photodynamic therapy, patch testing and iontophoresis. Specialist clinics include joint Leg Ulcer, Vulval and Male Genital Dermatoses, hair and skin of colour.

We have an outreach Plastic Surgery service from the Royal Free Hospital. The post-holders will work with colleagues to support and develop Dermatology services for the local population. You will be based across at no more than 2 hospital sites within the trust which include Watford General, Hemel Hempstead and St Albans City Hospitals.

Main duties of the job
The main duties of the post will be general dermatology and skin cancer clinics, minor surgical sessions, teledermatology sessions and attendance at our skin cancer MDT meetings.

About us
A new hospital has been planned for Watford. A new four roomed Endoscopy Unit at St Albans has been planned with a completion date of 2026.

We are building on the success of our award-winning virtual hospital and re-imaging models of care, working ever more closely with partners and making the most of advances in digital healthcare.

Staff wellbeing and development are a priority at West Herts Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust, as is the role of innovation in improving clinical care, outcomes and patient experience.

We are a flexible working employer
At West Herts we recognise the importance of a good work life balance and the ability to work flexibly. We are delighted to offer a variety of flexible working options for all staff. Please check out our web page for more information.
https://www.westhertshospitals.nhs.uk/flexibleworking/

We encourage and welcome people with disabilities. If you need help, please ask.

We reserve the right to close this advert early due to the volume of applicants. Please apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

If you do not hear back within 3 weeks of your application, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.

Details
Date posted: 06 November 2026
Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade: Consultant
Salary: £113,565 to £150,569 a year
Contract: Fixed term
Duration: 12 months
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 360-A-1223-B
Job locations: Watford General Hospital, West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust, Watford, WD18 0GS, United Kingdom

Job description
Job responsibilities
The Consultant appointed will have continuing responsibility for the care of patients in his/her charge. He/she will also undertake the administrative duties associated with the care of his/her patients. He/she should have ability to work within our large team of consultants, junior doctor, nurses and administrative staff. He/she will be mentored by a senior consultant dermatologist. There will be no on call commitments. Management of the Dermatology Department is under the direction of Kylie Beattie Dermatology Service Manager.

Person Specification
Essential

• Full GMC registration MRCP (UK) or equivalent qualification
• Completed CCT in Dermatology within 6 months or completion or completed CESR (certificate of eligibility for specialist registration) accreditation/submitted CESR application
• Broad range of experience in Dermatology, in particular management of skin cancer and systemic therapies including biologics

Desirable

• MD or PhD
• A specialist interest in a specialist area to complement the other consultants in the department

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship
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: West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
Address: Watford General Hospital, West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust, Watford, WD18 0GS, United Kingdom
Employer's website: http://www.westhertshospitals.nhs.uk

Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact: Dermatology Consultants, Dr Kapila Batta, kbatta@nhs.net, 01923217139

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