Job summary
The Sheffield Ophthalmology Directorate are seeking to appoint a Substantive Consultant Ophthalmologist with a Special Interest in Ocular Onology. This post will be based predominantly at the Royal Hallamshire Hospital.
Sheffield is one of the 3 National Ocular Oncology Centres and the service also has close links with the Oncology, Radiology, Histopathology, OMFSl, ENT, Neurosurgical and other services, all based at RHH or the nearby Hospitals.
Applications from those unable, for personal reasons, to work on a whole time basis or a job share basis will be considered. Should any further vacancies arise, shortlisted candidates will be considered.
Main duties of the job
The appointee, together with Mr Sachin Salvi and Mr Paul Rundle, will be responsible for providing a world class National Ocular Oncology Service at Sheffield, caring for patients with eye cancer from all over the country. The candidate will be an integral part of the MDT and expected to link up with other specilities like histopathology, radiology, oncology in the trust and colleagues across the country. There is access to the Skull-base, Head and Neck, Skin and Neuro-radiology and other MDTs.
The appointee will participate in providing General Ophthalmology services including cataract surgery, emergency andan out of hours on call service.
There is a monthly joint Orbital-maxillofacial clinic and a joint thyroid clinic.
About us
The Ophthalmology needs of Sheffield are served by a single Department based mainly at the Royal Hallamshire Hospital (RHH). The Ocular Oncology service is a national service delivered by 2 Consultants and supported by a team of experienced staff. Sheffield has been at the forefront of the use of virtual clinics and remote monitoring and this model has also been successfully implemented within the Ocular Oncology service.
The Northern General Eye Centre (NGEC) was also opened in May 2018 to provide Cataract outpatient and elective theatre activity in a state of the art facility that is unique to Sheffield. In addition to this the Directorate perform minor treatments within their own James West Treatment Centre and have access main theatres as well as a newly built Minor Operations Suite (MOPS) at RHH.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The successful candidate must be registered with the GMC with a valid licence to practice. You will also have completed Specialist Training (or equivalent) and be entered on the Specialist Register of the GMC, or have a CCT date within six months of the date of interview and completed Fellowship training in Ocular Oncology. Research is encouraged and full facilities are available. Training of Fellows, Registrars and other health care professionals is encouraged.
Please refer to the supporting job description and person specification which will outline the duties of the role including an indicative job plan.
Non-UK/EEA applicants should ensure they are aware of the recent changes to the Immigration rules. For further information on how this may affect your application visit the UK Government website.
Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust promotes Equality of opportunity and Diversity within the workplace.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The successful candidate must be registered with the GMC with a valid licence to practice. You will also have completed Specialist Training (or equivalent) and be entered on the Specialist Register of the GMC, or have a CCT date within six months of the date of interview and completed Fellowship training in Ocular Oncology. Research is encouraged and full facilities are available. Training of Fellows, Registrars and other health care professionals is encouraged.
Please refer to the supporting job description and person specification which will outline the duties of the role including an indicative job plan.
Non-UK/EEA applicants should ensure they are aware of the recent changes to the Immigration rules. For further information on how this may affect your application visit the UK Government website.
Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust promotes Equality of opportunity and Diversity within the workplace.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Full and Specialist registration (with a licence to practise) with the General Medical Council (GMC), or be eligible for registration within six months of interview.
- Name on the specialist register for relevant specialty or eligible within 6 months of the date of the interview
- If an applicant is UK trained, they must also be a holder of a Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT), or be within six months of award of CCT by date of interview.
Desirable
- MD or PhD or equivalent
- Further qualifications in research methods, teaching and/or management ARSAC licence holder
Clinical experience
Essential
- Evidence of appropriate clinical experience suitable for the post. Ability to work as an independent practitioner
- Completed a minimum of 12 months Ocular Oncology fellowship in a recognised centre
Desirable
- TSC (Training Selected Component) training in ocular oncology or complementary sub speciality
Research
Essential
- Ability to critically assess published research and incorporate it into clinical practice where appropriate
Teaching and training
Essential
- Experience of teaching student doctors and doctors in training at all levels
- Evidence of past training and on-going CPD as an Educator
Desirable
- Advanced Teaching Qualification
Continuous Professional Development
Essential
- Evidence of participation in CME/CPD in the last 12 months
Desirable
- Maintenance of a CPD diary or portfolio
Management and Administration
Essential
- Evidence of the understanding of the systems and structures of NHS Management
Clinical governance and audit
Essential
- Experience in performing clinical audit
Desirable
- Completion and publication of a substantive audit project or service improvement project
Personal attributes
Essential
- Demonstrates behaviour consistent with PROUD values (see appendix)
- Good oral and written communication skills
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Full and Specialist registration (with a licence to practise) with the General Medical Council (GMC), or be eligible for registration within six months of interview.
- Name on the specialist register for relevant specialty or eligible within 6 months of the date of the interview
- If an applicant is UK trained, they must also be a holder of a Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT), or be within six months of award of CCT by date of interview.
Desirable
- MD or PhD or equivalent
- Further qualifications in research methods, teaching and/or management ARSAC licence holder
Clinical experience
Essential
- Evidence of appropriate clinical experience suitable for the post. Ability to work as an independent practitioner
- Completed a minimum of 12 months Ocular Oncology fellowship in a recognised centre
Desirable
- TSC (Training Selected Component) training in ocular oncology or complementary sub speciality
Research
Essential
- Ability to critically assess published research and incorporate it into clinical practice where appropriate
Teaching and training
Essential
- Experience of teaching student doctors and doctors in training at all levels
- Evidence of past training and on-going CPD as an Educator
Desirable
- Advanced Teaching Qualification
Continuous Professional Development
Essential
- Evidence of participation in CME/CPD in the last 12 months
Desirable
- Maintenance of a CPD diary or portfolio
Management and Administration
Essential
- Evidence of the understanding of the systems and structures of NHS Management
Clinical governance and audit
Essential
- Experience in performing clinical audit
Desirable
- Completion and publication of a substantive audit project or service improvement project
Personal attributes
Essential
- Demonstrates behaviour consistent with PROUD values (see appendix)
- Good oral and written communication skills
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).
