Dermatology Locum Consultant

Job Summary

The post is for a one-year fixed term locum consultant with the option to extend. The successful candidate will be responsible for the delivery and development of high-quality Dermatology care. The post holder will also be expected to participate in the normal duties relating to the administration of the Dermatology Department, including teaching, continuing medical education and audit/clinical governance. Applicants actively pursuing the Portfolio route will be given full support from the department.

The post holder will be expected to contribute with colleagues and peers to the provision of a hospital-based specialist Dermatology service. The post holder will have full and continuing clinical responsibility for the care of patients under their care and the provision of treatment relevant to the Dermatological condition whilst in hospital. This may involve providing advice and assistance to consultants in other specialties and proper delegation to and training of junior staff.

The provision of a senior clinical role in the continuing development of the Dermatology Service including specialist clinics. To provide on a reciprocal basis, a consultant service in the absence of consultant colleagues.

We are a people business - where every member of staff matters and can make a difference. Patients are at the heart of everything we do. Joining University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust means becoming part of a team of dedicated staff, who are committed to leading the way through innovation, clinical excellence and great customer care. The Trust has great opportunities for career development in a highly progressive working environment.

We offer all of this in a vibrant, modern city with a historic reputation for adventure.

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Please contact the recruiting manager to discuss this prior to your application submission. We commit to giving this full consideration in each case. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles, as diversity strengthens our teams. It is sometimes necessary to close vacancies before the closing date. If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been shortlisted.

Date posted: 02 February 2026

Pay scheme:
Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade:
Consultant

Salary: £109,725 to £145,478 a year per annum

Contract:

Locum

Duration: 12 months

Working pattern:
Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number: 216-G1-DER
7746542

Rowan House Unit, Derriford Hospital, Derriford Road, Plymouth, PL6 8BQ

The job plan will be a 10 PA contract which will include dedicated SPA time. There is potential for the post to increase to 12 PAs with optional DCC sessions. An indicative timetable and Job Plan is outlined below. The final Job Plan for the post will be agreed with the Service Line or Care Group Director upon appointment and will be subject to annual review in line with the Trusts Job Planning Programme.

The post is advertised with 1.5 Generic SPA. The department will support additional SPA and Medical School activity in the Job Plan according to the needs of the Service. We would expect the Average full time Consultant to have 2 SPAs in their Job Plan.

Essential

• Qualifications:
  
  Entry on the GMC Specialist Register via CCT or CESR (CP) - proposed CCT/CESR (CP) date must be within 6 months of interview; CESR or European Community Rights

Desirable

• Dedicated period of fully assessed postgraduate training

Essential

• Experience:
  
  General medical and surgical dermatology experience

Desirable

• Evidence of interest and ability to educate (e.g., teaching experience and supervision of projects, training)

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and a Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service may be required. 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. UK Registration:
Applicants must have current UK professional registration.

Employer name:
University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust

Address:
Rowan House Unit, Derriford Hospital, Derriford Road, Plymouth, PL6 8BQ

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