Job summary
This advert may close early if we receive a high volume of applications.
The Ophthalmology Fellow position is a one year post January 2026-January 2027, to allow a senior trainee exposure to oculoplastic surgery, while further refining their skills in general ophthalmology and cataract surgery. The degree of responsibility given to the appointed doctorwill be commensurate with there experience and supervision will be available from the clinicaldirector of the oculoplastic service, and the clinical director & consultant ophthalmologists in the Hospital Eye Service.
The Victoria Eye Unit was formed in August 2002 following a move to the new County Hospital from the dedicated Victoria Eye Hospital in Hereford City. The Victoria Eye Unit is the OphthalmologyDepartment at the Wye Valley NHS Trust and is based in the Eign Suite outpatients department. The Ophthalmology Department has the largest catchment area of any department within the Trust andthis is currently approximately 230,000.
Main duties of the job
The following paragraphs and outline timetable are to be regarded purely as an example and the precise duties and timetable will depend on the experience of the person appointed and as agreed between the Trust and the appointee.
- The Consultant with whom the appointed Fellow is working will be in overall charge of service and will allocate duties and responsibilities depending on the experience of the appointed doctor.
- The appointed Fellow will work in hospital and community clinics within Herefordshire, Shropshire and Powys and see new and old patients, as required.
- There will be no regular on-call duties but opportunities may arise for on-call duties to be carried out in the event of leave.
- The appointed Fellow undertakes, exceptionally to perform additional duties in occasional emergencies and unforeseen circumstances.
- The appointed Fellow undertakes exceptionally to be available for such irregular commitments outside normally roistered duties as are essential for continuity of patient care.
- The appointed Fellow is expected to keep up-to-date with current clinical practice, and may make arrangements to attend local departmental teaching meetings where these fit with their timetable and duties. The appointee is also expected to attend national and international meetings to update on general ophthalmic and in particular oculoplasticsurgery
About us
Wye Valley NHS Trust is a member of an NHS Foundation Group with South Warwickshire NHS FT , the George Eliot Hospital NHS Trust and Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust.
Located on the border with Wales in the shadow of the Black Mountains, we provide acute and community services across Herefordshire and into parts of Powys and run Hereford County Hospital and the community hospitals in Bromyard, Leominster and Ross-on-Wye.
Worcestershire is our neighbouring county. The post holder will be required to travel between sites.
We are a progressive and forward looking trust with ambitious plans to improve quality and integrate patient pathways through close collaborative working with our partners to deliver the quality of care we'd want for our family and friends.
More than 3,500 people work for the Trust - they tell us it's a great place to work, blending the busyness of a DGH with the benefits of working in a beautiful rural and unspoilt county like Herefordshire.
We can offer a great work-life balance and have a fine tradition of working with staff to help them achieve their full potential.
Russell Hardy, Trust Chairman: "The strength of the Trust is its amazing staff; a great place to work, a great place to develop your career and a great place to reach your potential."
Our values - Care, Accountability, Respect and Excellence - are at the heart of all we do. We believe in providing the right care in the right place at the right time...all the time.
Job description
Job responsibilities
A timetable will be built upon appointment, depending on skills and experience of the individual, needs of the department, and the number of sessions contracted for. Applications will be consideredfrom candidates wishing to work full-time or part-time and the programme will be modified accordingly.
Where there is a requirement for weekend or premium time working there will be consideration of the impact on the routine delivery within the job plan.
Please do see attached the job description and personal specification for more information.
Job description
Job responsibilities
A timetable will be built upon appointment, depending on skills and experience of the individual, needs of the department, and the number of sessions contracted for. Applications will be consideredfrom candidates wishing to work full-time or part-time and the programme will be modified accordingly.
Where there is a requirement for weekend or premium time working there will be consideration of the impact on the routine delivery within the job plan.
Please do see attached the job description and personal specification for more information.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Full GMC Registration
- Experience in a wide range of Ophthalmic activity Postgraduate qualification in general ophthalmology
Desirable
- Postgraduate qualification in general ophthalmology
Experience & Knowledge
Essential
- A minimum of five years since obtaining a primary medical qualification or equivalent gained on a flexible basis
- Independent in phacoemulsification to a high standard
Clinical Governance
Essential
- Ability to work/operate unsupervised and perform cataract surgery independently
Communication and Language Skills
Essential
- Experience working in a busy department
Research
Essential
- Experience in and participation in audit
Management and Administrative Experience
Essential
- Ability and willingness to teach junior staff
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Acceptance that the post requires a strong service commitment
Commitment to Trust Values & Behaviours
Essential
- Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's Values and Behaviours
Other Requirements Specific to the Role
Essential
- Must be eligible for the RCOphth Dual Sponsorship programme (with appropriate sponsors identified)
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Full GMC Registration
- Experience in a wide range of Ophthalmic activity Postgraduate qualification in general ophthalmology
Desirable
- Postgraduate qualification in general ophthalmology
Experience & Knowledge
Essential
- A minimum of five years since obtaining a primary medical qualification or equivalent gained on a flexible basis
- Independent in phacoemulsification to a high standard
Clinical Governance
Essential
- Ability to work/operate unsupervised and perform cataract surgery independently
Communication and Language Skills
Essential
- Experience working in a busy department
Research
Essential
- Experience in and participation in audit
Management and Administrative Experience
Essential
- Ability and willingness to teach junior staff
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Acceptance that the post requires a strong service commitment
Commitment to Trust Values & Behaviours
Essential
- Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's Values and Behaviours
Other Requirements Specific to the Role
Essential
- Must be eligible for the RCOphth Dual Sponsorship programme (with appropriate sponsors identified)
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).
