Trosolwg o'r swydd

We are looking for a GPwER who holds a Diploma in dermatology or equivalent who will see general dermatology patients directly referred by primary care, undertake appropriate investigations, diagnose their conditions, and formulate treatment plans. Occasionally there will be a requirement to assist with the triage of more complex referrals. 

This role is for 1PA  (3.5hrs) per week. 

The service provides specialist patient centred assessment and management of skin conditions that have not responded to standard GP treatment and require specialist advice. referrals are accepted from GP practices within the Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire ICB. 

We have a single point of access for all of our referrals and work out of our administration hub: William Budd Health Centre. Our clinics operate from a variety of locations across the Bristol, North somerset and South Gloucestershire area.

The team consists of an Advanced Practitioner, Dermatology Clinical Nurse Specialists and  Registered Nurse Associate, Administration Support and GPs with Extended Roles. The team works alongside a wider skin integrity service team within Sirona care & health with the aim of providing integrated skin services across the specialities of wound care, lymphoedema and dermatology.

Prif ddyletswyddau'r swydd

• Assess general dermatological patients referred into the service, undertake appropriate investigations, diagnose their conditions and recommend treatments.
• When appropriate refer the patient back to their GP with advice for on-going management.
• When appropriate refer the patient for consultant dermatologist opinion, plastic surgeon or dermatology specialist nurse.
• Work in conjunction with and support the dermatology nurse specialist through joint review of patients and provide advice on dermatological cases.
• Undertake diagnostic biopsies, curettage and cautery procedures.
• Work in conjunction with and support the dermatology nurse specialists through joint review of patients
• The successful candidate will have nursing support during their clinics

Gweithio i'n sefydliad

We are Sirona care & health, a Community Interest Company committed to providing local communities with a range of high-quality specialist healthcare services across Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire. For us, it’s about the personal approach; we take pride in what we do and deliver the high standard of care we would expect for ourselves and our families.

At Sirona, we continue to build an inclusive culture that encourages, supports, and celebrates the diverse voices of colleagues, people and communities. We welcome applications from all who feel they have the skills and attributes to make a real difference.

Benefits:

Please see the benefits leaflet attached to this advert for details.