Job summary
Applications are invited for the above Fellowship posts for specialist training in paediatric ophthalmology and eye casualty.
There will be wide exposure to paediatric ophthalmology including the management and treatment of retinopathy of prematurity, paediatric cataract and paediatric retinal and genetic diseases, and both paediatric and adult urgent care patients. There is extensive experience of adult motility including the use of botulinum toxin. The timetable will comprise of 8 direct clinical care sessions and 2 study / admin sessions in a Monday to Friday working week.
This is a 12 month role starting January 2024.
Applicants should be at Specialist Trainee grade or equivalent and be near to/completed their Higher Specialist Training in Ophthalmology.
The successful candidates will be required to be registered with the General Medical Council and hold a Licence to Practice. Possession of FRCOphth/MRCOphth or equivalent ophthalmic qualification is essential.
All doctors are responsible to maintain a portfolio of their career over the last 5 years in order to satisfy GMC Revalidation criteria. If successful, you will be required to bring along your supporting information portfolio including recent appraisals documents when joining the Trust.
Main duties of the job
The successful applicant will be exposed to a wide range of all types of ocular motility disorder and appropriate surgery, adult and paediatric nystagmus, paediatric neuro-ophthalmology, general and emergency paediatric management, clinical trials in paediatric ophthalmology.
About us
Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is the largest specialist eye hospital in the UK. Moorfields is a postgraduate teaching hospital with an international reputation for expertise in ophthalmic treatment managed by a Trust Board appointed by the Secretary of State.
The Hospital is closely associated with the adjacent Institute of Ophthalmology (University of London) and this association fosters a unique mixture of teaching and research.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The successful applicant will be exposed to a wide range of all types of ocular motility disorder and appropriate surgery, adult and paediatric nystagmus, paediatric neuro-ophthalmology, general and emergency paediatric management, clinical trials in paediatric ophthalmology.
- The post holder must be medically qualified and maintain GMC specialist registration and hold a licence to practice
- To develop and maintain the competencies required to carry out the duties required of the post.
- To ensure prompt attendance at agreed direct clinical care Programmed Activities.
- To ensure patients are involved in decisions about their care and to respond to their views.
- Participate in clinical audit and incident reporting
- To ensure clinical guidelines and protocols are adhered to
- To work collaboratively with all members of the multi-disciplinary team
- Adhere to Trust/departmental guidelines on leave including reporting absence.
- Additionally the applicant will be expected to participate in the South West London on-call rota for an additional annual payment of £10,100
Job description
Job responsibilities
The successful applicant will be exposed to a wide range of all types of ocular motility disorder and appropriate surgery, adult and paediatric nystagmus, paediatric neuro-ophthalmology, general and emergency paediatric management, clinical trials in paediatric ophthalmology.
- The post holder must be medically qualified and maintain GMC specialist registration and hold a licence to practice
- To develop and maintain the competencies required to carry out the duties required of the post.
- To ensure prompt attendance at agreed direct clinical care Programmed Activities.
- To ensure patients are involved in decisions about their care and to respond to their views.
- Participate in clinical audit and incident reporting
- To ensure clinical guidelines and protocols are adhered to
- To work collaboratively with all members of the multi-disciplinary team
- Adhere to Trust/departmental guidelines on leave including reporting absence.
- Additionally the applicant will be expected to participate in the South West London on-call rota for an additional annual payment of £10,100
Person Specification
EDUCATION & QUALIFICATIONS
Essential
- FRCOphth or MRCP or equivalent
- CCT in Ophthalmology or equivalent ophthalmic training (or be within 6 months of CCT date).
- Full GMC Registration (with a 'Licence to Practise').
- Be on or eligible for the GMC specialist register, or be within 6 months of entry
Desirable
- Higher Degree (e.g. MD or PhD).
FURTHER TRAINING & KNOWLEDGE
Essential
- Completed Higher Specialist Training in ophthalmology
Desirable
- Experience of strabismus or paediatric ophthalmology
SKILLS & ABILITY
Essential
- High degree of clinical skill in strabismus or paediatric ophthalmology
Desirable
- Audit & research
- Teaching & presentation skills
EXPERIENCE
Essential
- Experience in the management of patients with strabismus and paediatric ophthalmology
Desirable
- Extensive experience in the management of patients with strabismus and paediatric ophthalmology related pathology problems.
PERSONAL QUALITIES
Essential
- Good team building skills
- Ability to lead & coordinate clinical teams
Desirable
- Experience in organising & managing a busy clinical service
Person Specification
EDUCATION & QUALIFICATIONS
Essential
- FRCOphth or MRCP or equivalent
- CCT in Ophthalmology or equivalent ophthalmic training (or be within 6 months of CCT date).
- Full GMC Registration (with a 'Licence to Practise').
- Be on or eligible for the GMC specialist register, or be within 6 months of entry
Desirable
- Higher Degree (e.g. MD or PhD).
FURTHER TRAINING & KNOWLEDGE
Essential
- Completed Higher Specialist Training in ophthalmology
Desirable
- Experience of strabismus or paediatric ophthalmology
SKILLS & ABILITY
Essential
- High degree of clinical skill in strabismus or paediatric ophthalmology
Desirable
- Audit & research
- Teaching & presentation skills
EXPERIENCE
Essential
- Experience in the management of patients with strabismus and paediatric ophthalmology
Desirable
- Extensive experience in the management of patients with strabismus and paediatric ophthalmology related pathology problems.
PERSONAL QUALITIES
Essential
- Good team building skills
- Ability to lead & coordinate clinical teams
Desirable
- Experience in organising & managing a busy clinical service
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).
