Job summary
Paediatric Ophthalmology Fellow 12 month Fixed Term
Barts Health NHS Trust is one of UKs top teaching hospitals, in the rapidly growing North East of London where through a programme of unprecedented investment Britains biggest hospital aims to improve services and most of the needs of our local population.
We are currently seeking a motivated ophthalmologist to take up the position of senior clinical Ophthalmology fellow for 12 months. This is an important post based at Whipps Cross University Hospital, and we are hoping to recruit an innovative and committed individual. It will provide comprehensive training opportunities in glaucoma and in cataract surgery. There is a 1:8 first on-call commitment. See the job description for further details
Main duties of the job
The post-holder forms part of a team of 10 Consultants supported by an Associate Specialist (1), Clinical Fellows (6) and Specialist Trainees (4).
There is a 1:8 first on-call commitment and busy eye casualty sessions.
About us
Barts Health is one of the largest NHS trusts in the country, and one of Britain's leading healthcare providers.
The Barts Health group of NHS hospitals is entering an exciting new era on our improvement journey to becoming an outstanding organisation with a world-class clinical reputation. Having lifted ourselves out of special measures, we now have the impetus and breathing space to chart a fresh course in which we are continually striving to improve all our services for patients.
Our vision is to be a high-performing group of NHS hospitals, renowned for excellence and innovation, and providing safe and compassionate care to our patients in east London and beyond. That means being a provider of excellent patient safety, known for delivering consistently high standards of harm-free care and always caring for patients in the right place at the right time. It also means being an outstanding place to work, in which our WeCare values and behaviours are visible to all and guide us in how we work together.
We strive to live by our WeCare values and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We value our differences and fully advocate, cultivate and support an inclusive working environment.
Job description
Job responsibilities
We are currently seeking an enthusiastic Ophthalmologist to take up the position of Paediatric Ophthalmology Fellow supporting the service. This position offers clinical experience and training opportunities in contemporary techniques related to Paediatric Ophthalmology. The fellowship also provides surgical access with a regular protected cataract list, with the possibility of additional lists. This offers the opportunity to gain Paediatrics with more complex cases. The post holder will be expected to take part in research projects. Continuing education, professional development and audit opportunities will be available.
Job description
Job responsibilities
We are currently seeking an enthusiastic Ophthalmologist to take up the position of Paediatric Ophthalmology Fellow supporting the service. This position offers clinical experience and training opportunities in contemporary techniques related to Paediatric Ophthalmology. The fellowship also provides surgical access with a regular protected cataract list, with the possibility of additional lists. This offers the opportunity to gain Paediatrics with more complex cases. The post holder will be expected to take part in research projects. Continuing education, professional development and audit opportunities will be available.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GMC registration
- A minimum of 3 years experience
Desirable
- Higher degree (PhD or MD) Ophthalmology Fellowship
Experience
Essential
- Competent in the assessment and management of paediatric -ophthalmic conditions
- Competent in managing general ophthalmic and acute ophthalmic conditions
Desirable
- Competent in management of ocular trauma(surgical/optional)
Professional Skills
Essential
- Clinical Leadership
- Working in multidisciplinary teams
- Training junior doctors and allied healthcare professionals
- Clinical governance including audit
- Communication
- IT Skills
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GMC registration
- A minimum of 3 years experience
Desirable
- Higher degree (PhD or MD) Ophthalmology Fellowship
Experience
Essential
- Competent in the assessment and management of paediatric -ophthalmic conditions
- Competent in managing general ophthalmic and acute ophthalmic conditions
Desirable
- Competent in management of ocular trauma(surgical/optional)
Professional Skills
Essential
- Clinical Leadership
- Working in multidisciplinary teams
- Training junior doctors and allied healthcare professionals
- Clinical governance including audit
- Communication
- IT 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).
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).
