Job summary
The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospitals NHS Trust is advertising an exciting opportunity within the Ophthalmology service to provide comprehensive training in Vitreo-Retinal subspecialty, including specialist Vitreo-Retinal clinics and theatre sessions under the supervision of the VR Consultants. This post will be of interest to those who are post CCT or looking to gain further experience in all areas of vitreoretinal and cataract surgery, including complex cases and advanced techniques.
Main duties of the job
o Provide Ophthalmic services.o Complete clinical sessions in theatre, specialist vitreo-retinal, and general clinics.o Complete supporting professional activities, such as RSTA time including research and audit.o Support the eye department 24-hour cover for emergencies as part of the 1in10 non-resident on-call rota.o Receive and coordinate referrals from urgent eye clinics, optometrist and other ophthalmic colleagues.o To be responsible for the pre and post operative care of all patients admitted as elective cases or emergencies.o To develop enhanced clinical skills, especially in the assessment and management of acutely ill patients.o To have excellent team-working skills with the abilities and professional attitude to work well in a multi-professional team.o To deliver clinical and quality targets agreed both nationally and locally with clinical teams and commissioners.o To follow patients throughout their clinical pathways.
About us
The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust (SaTH) is the main provider of acute hospital services for around half a million people in Shropshire, Telford & Wrekin and mid Wales.
Encompassing some of the most picturesque parts of England and Wales, the Trust's catchment stretches from the Cambrian Mountains in the west, to Newport and the fringes of the Black Country in the east. The main towns include: Bridgnorth, Ludlow, Market Drayton, Oswestry, Shrewsbury and Whitchurch (in Shropshire); Newport, Telford and Wellington (in Telford & Wrekin); and Newtown and Welshpool (in Powys) - all beautiful and unique.
Our main service locations are the Princess Royal Hospital (PRH) in Telford and the Royal Shrewsbury Hospital (RSH) in Shrewsbury which are located 20 minutes' drive apart. Together they provide 99% of our activity. Both hospitals provide a wide range of acute hospital services including accident & emergency, outpatients, diagnostics, inpatient medical care and critical care.
We also provide services such as consultant-led outreach clinics at the Wrekin Community Clinic, Telford, the Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic Hospital, Gobowen and the Bridgnorth, Ludlow and Whitchurch Community Hospitals.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Whilst a formal job plan is not a contractual requirement of the post, the successful candidates standard working week will include the equivalent of 8 clinical sessions divided between theatre, specialist and general clinics. The other 2 sessions will provide the necessary opportunity to contribute to CPD, audit, teaching and research. A clear schedule of commitments, both internal and external and including personal objectives, detailing links to wider service improvements and trust strategic priorities will be provided.The post holder will attend both VR consultants theatre and clinics during the course of the year. The post holder will conduct on average around 200 vitrectomy surgeries per year. There will be independent cataract & VR lists available dependent on the successful applicants experience.Some elements of flexible working will be required, and the post holder will be expected to work at both hospitals as necessary to meet service needs. Any applicant who is unable, for personal reasons, to work full-time will be eligible to be considered for the post. If such a person is appointed, modification of the job content will be discussed on a personal basis with the Trust in consultation with the department.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Whilst a formal job plan is not a contractual requirement of the post, the successful candidates standard working week will include the equivalent of 8 clinical sessions divided between theatre, specialist and general clinics. The other 2 sessions will provide the necessary opportunity to contribute to CPD, audit, teaching and research. A clear schedule of commitments, both internal and external and including personal objectives, detailing links to wider service improvements and trust strategic priorities will be provided.The post holder will attend both VR consultants theatre and clinics during the course of the year. The post holder will conduct on average around 200 vitrectomy surgeries per year. There will be independent cataract & VR lists available dependent on the successful applicants experience.Some elements of flexible working will be required, and the post holder will be expected to work at both hospitals as necessary to meet service needs. Any applicant who is unable, for personal reasons, to work full-time will be eligible to be considered for the post. If such a person is appointed, modification of the job content will be discussed on a personal basis with the Trust in consultation with the department.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS, Mb CHB or equivalent medical qualification
Desirable
- FRCOphth part 1 or MRCOphth equivalent
- Research, publications, higher degree
Entry Criteria
Essential
- Eligible for registration and license to practice with GMC
- 4 or more years of higher surgical training in Ophthalmology
- Broad experience in the clinical and surgical management of general ophthalmic conditions
- Meets the criteria set out in the generic capabilities framework - detailed below
Desirable
- Previous clinical training as an ASTO/ TSC or equivalent in vitreo retina is desirable
- Able to perform CWL cataract surgery unsupervised with exception of consultant to do cases, (Independent VR Surgery will be given to the successful candidate according to their level of training).
- CCT in Ophthalmology
- Acknowledgeable experience of teaching and supervising junior doctors and medical students
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS, Mb CHB or equivalent medical qualification
Desirable
- FRCOphth part 1 or MRCOphth equivalent
- Research, publications, higher degree
Entry Criteria
Essential
- Eligible for registration and license to practice with GMC
- 4 or more years of higher surgical training in Ophthalmology
- Broad experience in the clinical and surgical management of general ophthalmic conditions
- Meets the criteria set out in the generic capabilities framework - detailed below
Desirable
- Previous clinical training as an ASTO/ TSC or equivalent in vitreo retina is desirable
- Able to perform CWL cataract surgery unsupervised with exception of consultant to do cases, (Independent VR Surgery will be given to the successful candidate according to their level of training).
- CCT in Ophthalmology
- Acknowledgeable experience of teaching and supervising junior doctors and medical students
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).
