Job summary
Job Title: Consultant Ophthalmologist with subspecialty interest in Glaucoma
Pay Scale: YC72
Number of PAs: 10
On Call : 1:9
Nature of Contract: 12 months fixed term
Reports to: Clinical Director
Responsible to: Medical Director
Base: Rochdale Infirmary
Main purpose of the job: Leadership and development of ophthalmic subspeciality work. The post holder will have a broad knowledge of Ophthalmology, including a sub-speciality Glaucoma in order to complement existing services. Paediatrics, neuro-ophthalmology, cornea and retinal have excellent opportunities for further development.
Main duties of the job
The Trust currently provides Ophthalmology outpatient services at Oldham Integrated care centre, Rochdale Infirmary and Fairfield General Hospital as well as a number of outreach clinics. All day case surgical activity takes place at Rochdale Infirmary. This post requires cross-site working, providing outpatient clinics from different sites and surgical work from different sites.
The advertised posts will complement a team of 11 Consultants, 4 Associate specialists, 2 speciality doctors and 6 junior trust registrars.
About us
Rochdale Care Organisation is part of the Northern Care Alliance, one of the largest NHS organisations in the country. A place destined to be different. Rochdale puts co-operation and co-design at the forefront of its health and social care. This is the place with community based integrated care at its heart. Rochdale Infirmary, and the adult and children's community services across Heywood Middleton and Rochdale, consists of professionals from health, social and voluntary sectors. A place leading the way in life-enhancing, integrated care.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website: www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk
In line with the Trusts Single Equality Scheme we welcome applications from everyone irrespective of ethnic origin, disability, age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, nationality, religion, marital status, social back ground or trade union membership. However, as members of ethnicity minority groups and individuals with disabilities are currently under-represented at this level of post, we would encourage applications from members of these groups. Appointment will be based on merit alone.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website: www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk
In line with the Trusts Single Equality Scheme we welcome applications from everyone irrespective of ethnic origin, disability, age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, nationality, religion, marital status, social back ground or trade union membership. However, as members of ethnicity minority groups and individuals with disabilities are currently under-represented at this level of post, we would encourage applications from members of these groups. Appointment will be based on merit alone.
Person Specification
ESSENTIAL
Essential
- Clinical expertise and broad knowledge in all aspects of Ophthalmology particularly Glaucoma
Desirable
- Ability to lead a subspecialty service
ESSENTIAL
Essential
- Eligible to live & work in the UK
Desirable
- Private residence within 30 minutes or ten miles from principle pace of work
ESSENTIAL
Essential
- Full registration with the General Medical Council & a valid Licence to Practise with the General Medical Council Hold specialist registration with the GMC Specialist Register in Ophthalmology
Desirable
- Attainment or working toward higher degree
ESSENTIAL
Essential
- Primary medical qualification (eg. MBChB) The appointee will hold the Fellowship of Royal College Of Ophthalmologists or equivalent.
Desirable
- Attainment or working toward higher degree
Person Specification
ESSENTIAL
Essential
- Clinical expertise and broad knowledge in all aspects of Ophthalmology particularly Glaucoma
Desirable
- Ability to lead a subspecialty service
ESSENTIAL
Essential
- Eligible to live & work in the UK
Desirable
- Private residence within 30 minutes or ten miles from principle pace of work
ESSENTIAL
Essential
- Full registration with the General Medical Council & a valid Licence to Practise with the General Medical Council Hold specialist registration with the GMC Specialist Register in Ophthalmology
Desirable
- Attainment or working toward higher degree
ESSENTIAL
Essential
- Primary medical qualification (eg. MBChB) The appointee will hold the Fellowship of Royal College Of Ophthalmologists or equivalent.
Desirable
- Attainment or working toward higher degree
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).