GPwER - DermatologyNHS

Job summary

DCCS Ltd GPwER

DCCS Ltd are developing and wish to expand the GPwER provision. As a result, we are looking for GPs who have completed a recognised postgraduate Diploma in Dermatology and have some previous practical experience in dermatology. We welcome applicants who are looking to further develop their extended role, and additional training and supervision can be provided for the right candidate.

You will need to be a GMC registered general practitioner, be available for a minimum of one or two clinical sessions per week, have strong communication and IT skills, and wish to help shape and deliver high-quality community care for patients being referred into the community dermatology service.

You will work alongside other GPwERs, a Dermatology consultant from NWAFT, specialist nurses and GPwERs in training. All of the clinics are in community settings.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will provide general Dermatology clinics, seeing new patients and follow-ups. There will be an opportunity to develop and learn a range of skills in Dermatology in a growing, busy service. A designated mentor, supervision and appropriate training will be available to support further development.

We are a friendly and mutually supportive team of clinicians with an outstanding reputation for service and quality.

Current locations where clinics are held are, Buckden Surgery, Little Paxton Surgery, The Moat House (Warboys) and St Marys (Ely). We are looking to extend this further within Cambridgeshire.

Job description

Primary key responsibilities

The core responsibilities of a GPwER includes, but are not limited to, the following. There may occasionally be a need to undertake additional 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 chronic dermatological issues. Engaging in dermatology clinics and offering expert guidance to general practitioners. Managing dermatological administrative duties, such as referrals and skin-related medication management. Performing dermatological procedures and surgeries as necessary. Maintaining precise and comprehensive clinical records for dermatological treatments. Collaborating with the secretaries and the broader service team including Management. Keeping up to date with the latest developments in dermatology and implementing 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 practice income. Reviewing and adhering to dermatology-specific protocols and policies. Promoting a culture of continuous improvement in dermatological care.

Secondary Responsibilities In addition to the primary responsibilities, the associate specialist dermatologist may be requested to: Participating in dermatology audits. Engaging in local initiatives to enhance dermatological service delivery and patient care. Involvement in reviewing significant events in dermatology using structured approaches like root cause analysis (RCA).

About us

DCCS Ltd are developing and wish to expand the GPwER provision. As a result, we are looking for GPs who have an interest in, and previous experience, in Dermatology.

You will need to be GMC registered general practitioner, be available for a minimum of one or two clinical session per week, have strong communication and IT skills, and wish to help shape and delivery high quality community care for patients being referred into the community dermatology service.

You will work alongside other GPwERs, a Dermatology consultant, specialist nurses and GPwERs in training. All of the clinics are in community settings.