Job summary
There are so many reasons to join our team at
Sunderland Eye Infirmary. Aside from our fantastic staff,
we have lots of exciting things going on. Our plans for our Eye
Hospital in Sunderland are taking shape and will be our new home, with work due
to start later this year. The new hospital means
Sunderland will remain home to the regions only dedicated standalone eye
hospital. It will strengthen our excellent reputation across the NHS, both
regionally and nationally as a centre of excellence for ophthalmology
care.
We
also never stay still when it comes to discovering new and better treatments.
As one of the few specialist eye hospitals in the country, research and using
developing technology is a key part of our work. We encourage innovation and
research in everything we do. There is always something to get involved
in. If you share our vision for 'excellence in all that we do',
wed love you to join us!
Main duties of the job
Applications are invited for the permanent post of Consultant in
Ophthalmology and should have a specialist interest in Oculoplastics and Ocular
Oncology, an interest in Cataract Surgery is also desirable. The post is full time
with an indicative 10 PA job plan although consideration will be given to
applicants wishing to work less than full time. The successful applicant will
join a team of 20 consultants, predominantly working from Sunderland Eye
Infirmary with some requirement for delivery of peripheral clinics in Durham,
Hartlepool and South Tyneside.
INTERVIEW DATE TO BE CONFIRMED
About us
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One Team One Trust - There are many reasons to work at our Trust. From our commitment to putting people first to our accessible services and award winning teams. We have a passion for research, innovation and tackling inequalities. We are committed to respect, fairness and civility and promote a compassionate, caring and positive culture / working environment.
We welcome all applications irrespective of peoples race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, religion/belief, age, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity and in particular those from under- represented groups. Looking after our workforces health and wellbeing is a priority for STSFT. We also provide access to high quality education, training, career progression and support.
The Trust employs around 8,300 people and provides a range of hospital services to a local community of around 430,000 residents. We also provide a range of more specialised services outside this area, in some cases to a population as great as 860,000. We offer our staff outstanding benefits - Fitness Centre (SRH), libraries at both hospital sites, chaplaincy support and access to a Childcare Co-ordinator to help staff with childcare arrangements.
Job description
Job responsibilities
PLEASE REFER TO THE ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DUTIES OF THE ROLE.
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Support the current Consultants in keeping within the Trust
targets for new patients and to continue to achieve 18 weeks RTT
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To support the Current Consultants in keeping within the NPSA
Directive for review patients
(http://www.npsa.nhs.uk/corporate/news/delayed-appointments-can-lead-to-blindness-npsa-report/)
avoiding cancelled follow-ups.
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To maintain the high levels of patient satisfaction in the
unit by helping to provide a Consultant led service.
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To support the current Consultants in the medical and
surgical management of Oculoplastic and Oncology-Ophthalmology patients. To
audit outcomes and compare to the standards currently being set.
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To help with teaching and training of junior doctors,
optometrists, ophthalmic nurses and medical students.
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To actively participate in service development within the
sub-speciality and across the entire Ophthalmology unit
-
participate in the general on call system
Job description
Job responsibilities
PLEASE REFER TO THE ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DUTIES OF THE ROLE.
-
Support the current Consultants in keeping within the Trust
targets for new patients and to continue to achieve 18 weeks RTT
-
To support the Current Consultants in keeping within the NPSA
Directive for review patients
(http://www.npsa.nhs.uk/corporate/news/delayed-appointments-can-lead-to-blindness-npsa-report/)
avoiding cancelled follow-ups.
-
To maintain the high levels of patient satisfaction in the
unit by helping to provide a Consultant led service.
-
To support the current Consultants in the medical and
surgical management of Oculoplastic and Oncology-Ophthalmology patients. To
audit outcomes and compare to the standards currently being set.
-
To help with teaching and training of junior doctors,
optometrists, ophthalmic nurses and medical students.
-
To actively participate in service development within the
sub-speciality and across the entire Ophthalmology unit
-
participate in the general on call system
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Full GMC registration
- FRCOphth. or equivalent
Desirable
- On GMC Specialist Register
- Higher professional degree, MD, PhD or equivalent
Experience
Essential
- Full general Ophthalmic surgical training with extensive experience of general ophthalmology with sub-specialty expertise in Ocuplastics/oncology & Cataract Surgery
Desirable
- Fellowship level in Oculoplastics/ Ocular oncology
Management Skills
Essential
- Develop and operationalise coherent ideas for service development/delivery.
Desirable
- Higher management degree or qualification or training
Personal Skills/Qualities
Essential
- Possess good interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively within a multi-disciplinary team
- Ability to work as part of a team including sharing of workload
Desirable
- Have experience in the development of a multidisciplinary group for clinical service provision.
Teaching, Audit & Research
Essential
- Evidence of participation in Clinical Audit.
- Evidence of participation in Clinical Research.
- Able to teach and support junior staff effectively.
Desirable
- Original Research
- Publications
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Full GMC registration
- FRCOphth. or equivalent
Desirable
- On GMC Specialist Register
- Higher professional degree, MD, PhD or equivalent
Experience
Essential
- Full general Ophthalmic surgical training with extensive experience of general ophthalmology with sub-specialty expertise in Ocuplastics/oncology & Cataract Surgery
Desirable
- Fellowship level in Oculoplastics/ Ocular oncology
Management Skills
Essential
- Develop and operationalise coherent ideas for service development/delivery.
Desirable
- Higher management degree or qualification or training
Personal Skills/Qualities
Essential
- Possess good interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively within a multi-disciplinary team
- Ability to work as part of a team including sharing of workload
Desirable
- Have experience in the development of a multidisciplinary group for clinical service provision.
Teaching, Audit & Research
Essential
- Evidence of participation in Clinical Audit.
- Evidence of participation in Clinical Research.
- Able to teach and support junior staff effectively.
Desirable
- Original Research
- Publications
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.
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 (Opens in a new tab).
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 (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
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.
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 (Opens in a new tab).
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 (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
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