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. Work on our Eye Hospital in
Sunderland has started, 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.
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!
We are delighted to be able to
offer an opportunity for a highly motivated, ambitious individual to join our
well-integrated Ophthalmology team. An opportunity has arisen for a General
Practitioner to undertake sessional work in Ophthalmology clinics held at Sunderland
Eye Infirmary or prime-contracted outreach hospitals. The Trust wishes to
continue to develop relationships between primary and secondary care and these
sessions offer the opportunity for a local General Practitioner to increase
their knowledge of ophthalmological problems in an educational environment and
to improve the interface between primary and secondary care.
Main duties of the job
Previous experience in ophthalmology is not essential as training
will be provided. Educational opportunities will be encouraged during clinics,
which are all consultant-led. In addition, the post holder will be encouraged
to attend educational sessions in the department. Previous formal ophthalmology
experience is desirable but training will be provided for those lacking such
experience. General practice experience is essential and local experience of
primary care is desirable.
Informal enquiries are welcome;
please contact: Mr Ajay Kotagiri, Consultant Ophthalmologist and Clinical
Director for Ophthalmology on 0191 5699954 or Ajay.Kotagiri@nhs.net
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. Flexible working is supported via the Trust's Flexible Working Policy.
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
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 medical retina and
Glaucoma 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
The post will involve
outpatient clinics or sessions at Sunderland Eye Infirmary Outpatients
department composed of one clinical session of four hours. The location of the
clinic is open to discussion according to the needs of the service and the
applicant.
Post-holders are
encouraged to attend internal CPD held in the Ophthalmology Department.
There are four sessions
of work available per week.
PLEASE REFER TO THE ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DUTIES OF THE ROLE
Job description
Job responsibilities
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 medical retina and
Glaucoma 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
The post will involve
outpatient clinics or sessions at Sunderland Eye Infirmary Outpatients
department composed of one clinical session of four hours. The location of the
clinic is open to discussion according to the needs of the service and the
applicant.
Post-holders are
encouraged to attend internal CPD held in the Ophthalmology Department.
There are four sessions
of work available per week.
PLEASE REFER TO THE ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DUTIES OF THE ROLE
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Primary medical qualification
- Full GMC registration and licence to practice.
- General Practice experience
Desirable
- Knowledge of local primary care
- Previous Ophthalmology experience
Personal attributes
Essential
- Alignment with the Trust core values and behaviours.
- Flexible approach to service delivery and committed approach to development.
- Committed to share in professional, managerial and teaching responsibilities necessary to fulfil the obligations of the Directorate, to the Trust and its workforce.
- Ability to communicate effectively with patients, relatives and healthcare workers and other agencies
- Evidence of understanding of and adherence to principles of Good Medical Practice set out by the GMC
Experience
Essential
- General Practice Training
- Able to perform full Ophthalmic examination including slit lamp examination and indirect ophthalmoscopy
- Able to interpret ophthalmic imaging and visual fields
Desirable
- Post graduate Ophthalmology training
Teaching and education
Essential
- Ability to teach clinical / technical / practical skills
Desirable
- Experience of supervising junior medical staff
- Experience of participation in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching
Management and administrative experience
Essential
- Understanding of the NHS, Clinical Governance process and resource issues
Desirable
- Evidence of management and administration experience and understanding management goals
- Evidence of organisational, management and time management skills
- Management course and / or certificate
Audit and Research
Essential
- Ability to apply research outcomes to clinical practice
- Involvement in quality improvement measures
- Ability to undertake multi-disciplinary audit / audit in specialty area
- Good presentation skills
Desirable
- Experience of clinical research
- Undertaken research with published papers in refereed journals
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Primary medical qualification
- Full GMC registration and licence to practice.
- General Practice experience
Desirable
- Knowledge of local primary care
- Previous Ophthalmology experience
Personal attributes
Essential
- Alignment with the Trust core values and behaviours.
- Flexible approach to service delivery and committed approach to development.
- Committed to share in professional, managerial and teaching responsibilities necessary to fulfil the obligations of the Directorate, to the Trust and its workforce.
- Ability to communicate effectively with patients, relatives and healthcare workers and other agencies
- Evidence of understanding of and adherence to principles of Good Medical Practice set out by the GMC
Experience
Essential
- General Practice Training
- Able to perform full Ophthalmic examination including slit lamp examination and indirect ophthalmoscopy
- Able to interpret ophthalmic imaging and visual fields
Desirable
- Post graduate Ophthalmology training
Teaching and education
Essential
- Ability to teach clinical / technical / practical skills
Desirable
- Experience of supervising junior medical staff
- Experience of participation in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching
Management and administrative experience
Essential
- Understanding of the NHS, Clinical Governance process and resource issues
Desirable
- Evidence of management and administration experience and understanding management goals
- Evidence of organisational, management and time management skills
- Management course and / or certificate
Audit and Research
Essential
- Ability to apply research outcomes to clinical practice
- Involvement in quality improvement measures
- Ability to undertake multi-disciplinary audit / audit in specialty area
- Good presentation skills
Desirable
- Experience of clinical research
- Undertaken research with published papers in refereed journals
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.
UK Registration
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Additional information
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
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