Job summary
Are you a consultant looking for that next step in your career in Ophthalmology? Would you like to join a department that has a strong focus on research, development and training? We are expanding our high performing and world class Ophthalmology Team and are now looking for two Medical Retina Consultants to join us.
With strong links to the University of Southampton, as the region's leading provider of eye care, we are also a major player in global and UK wide research and education. With our research capability and clinical expertise we are often chosen as a pilot site for national initiatives from NHS England, for this reason the opportunities and potential to develop your career with us are special ones.
As one of Southampton General Hospital's largest departments, the unit deals with around 90,000 patients annually through its eye emergencies, outpatients and inpatients and surgery departments. The eye unit is proud to have state-of-the-art equipment and facilities and is constantly developing new treatments for blindness.
Main duties of the job
YOUR MAIN DUTIES
What you'll do
- At Southampton Eye Unit, you will join us as a new member of our regional referral centre for complex medical retina problem in Hampshire
- You will join a vibrant medical retina team, including eight medical retina consultants, three specialist doctors, three retinal fellows and a clinical trial research team
- You will join a unit that is very well equipped for retinal imaging and electrophysiology with multiple retinal camera (Optos, Heidelberg and Topcon)
What we're looking for
- You will ideally hold FRCOphth or equivalent qualification and hold full GMC registration with a license to practice
- You will have evidence of treating medical retina conditions and interpretation of investigations (eg OCT and fluorescein angiography)
- You will have experience of providing intravitreal injections
- You will demonstrate our UHS Values: Patients First, Always Improving, Working Together
More on the team
Southampton ophthalmology service has four dedicated state-of-the-art eye theatres in Southampton and Lymington, recently refurbished with new equipment including intraoperative OCT and Ngenuity. We have a dedicated injection suite of four cubicles, eye casualty unit and ward. In October we will complete an expansion of outpatients with extensive additional clinic space, imaging rooms and diagnostic equipment.
About us
WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU
We know that our people are central to our success. So, it's only right that we reward you with
- Access to state-of-the-art equipment - The eye unit is proud to have state-of-the-art equipment and facilities and is constantly developing new treatments for blindness.
- Opportunities to develop - UHS is one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. As well as being the region's leading provider of eye care, the unit is also a major player in the research into and teaching of eye care.
- A minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and a generous pension scheme.
- A range of NHS discounts!
- A break from the hustle and bustle of city centre life, with beaches and New Forest on your doorstep.
Job description
Job responsibilities
On this page you will find two helpful attachments
- Person Specification document which provides more detail about the essential and desirable skills and experience needed for this role. We highly recommend you review this document and use it when completing your application.
- Job Description document which covers the day-to-day responsibilities in more detail
If you would like an informal conversation, please contact Professor Andrew Lotery on A.J.Lotery@soton.ac.uk to find out more about this unique opportunity.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Individuals wishing to apply must be fully registered with the General Medical Council (GMC) and should be either already on or within 6 months of eligibility to be included on the specialist register of the GMC.
The successful candidate will be employed under the terms and conditions of service for Consultants (England) 2003.
Interviews will be held on TBC
Job Reference: 188-MT0687 - This vacancy closes on or before: 14th May 2022
Should you have any queries, please use the contact details below to get in touch.
If you would like an informal conversation, please contact Professor Andrew Lotery on A.J.Lotery@soton.ac.uk to find out more about this unique opportunity.
Job description
Job responsibilities
On this page you will find two helpful attachments
- Person Specification document which provides more detail about the essential and desirable skills and experience needed for this role. We highly recommend you review this document and use it when completing your application.
- Job Description document which covers the day-to-day responsibilities in more detail
If you would like an informal conversation, please contact Professor Andrew Lotery on A.J.Lotery@soton.ac.uk to find out more about this unique opportunity.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Individuals wishing to apply must be fully registered with the General Medical Council (GMC) and should be either already on or within 6 months of eligibility to be included on the specialist register of the GMC.
The successful candidate will be employed under the terms and conditions of service for Consultants (England) 2003.
Interviews will be held on TBC
Job Reference: 188-MT0687 - This vacancy closes on or before: 14th May 2022
Should you have any queries, please use the contact details below to get in touch.
If you would like an informal conversation, please contact Professor Andrew Lotery on A.J.Lotery@soton.ac.uk to find out more about this unique opportunity.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- UK GMC Registration
- FRCOphth or equivalent
- CCT or within 3 months of completion of CCT
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Medical Retina Fellowship
- Able to perform independent Pascal Laser, Intravitreal Injections and cataract surgery
- Experience in teaching / training other professionals
- Publications in ophthalmology
Desirable
- Clinical trials experience
- Publication in high impact journals
- Able to perform high volume cataract surgery
Skills
Essential
- Ability to complete Audit
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Demonstrates clarity and breadth in use of verbal and written communications in relation to our patient group
- Flexible approach to work - Able to adapt and work with employers to deliver improved patient care
Values
Essential
- Able to demonstrate behaviours that meet the Trust Values Patients First
- Able to demonstrate behaviours that meet the Trust Values Always Improving
- Able to demonstrate behaviours that meet the Trust Values Working Together
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- UK GMC Registration
- FRCOphth or equivalent
- CCT or within 3 months of completion of CCT
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Medical Retina Fellowship
- Able to perform independent Pascal Laser, Intravitreal Injections and cataract surgery
- Experience in teaching / training other professionals
- Publications in ophthalmology
Desirable
- Clinical trials experience
- Publication in high impact journals
- Able to perform high volume cataract surgery
Skills
Essential
- Ability to complete Audit
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Demonstrates clarity and breadth in use of verbal and written communications in relation to our patient group
- Flexible approach to work - Able to adapt and work with employers to deliver improved patient care
Values
Essential
- Able to demonstrate behaviours that meet the Trust Values Patients First
- Able to demonstrate behaviours that meet the Trust Values Always Improving
- Able to demonstrate behaviours that meet the Trust Values Working Together
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).
