Job summary
Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust invites applications for the post of Consultant Ophthalmologist with an interest in Vitreo-retinal surgery and Ocular Oncology
The post is predominantly outpatient based at Moorfields Eye Hospital, City Road. In addition, daily virtual vetting of new Ocular Oncology referrals is the responsibility of the senior doctors and consultants within the service. The successful candidate will be expected to cover surgical operating lists as the lead surgeon. The successful candidate would be expected to support the current International Ocular Oncology fellowship training program.
We expect the postholder to develop close links with the VR and Oncology services so that patients can be offered a VR-oncological approach as needed, for example in tumour biopsy. It will also allow closer liaison between the VR service and the oncology service through attendance at the weekly MDT.
You will be responsible for the care and management of patients seen in your allocated VR/ VRE clinics and operating sessions. You will be required to participate in the VRE on call rota alongside the other consultants.
In addition you will be representing the service and acting as the lead for our diagnostic pathway plan.
The successful applicant will have completed FRCOphth / MRCOphth and must be registered with the GMC. Applicants need to evidence demonstrable training and experience in all aspects of Vitreo-retinal work.
Main duties of the job
MAIN RESPONSIBILTITES
Participation in on call rota covering all aspects of Vitreo-retinal emergency work when needed.
Supervision of junior medical staff in the VR/VRE clinics and theatre lists.
Active participation in both formal and informal VR clinic teaching.
Clinical VR audit and research participation where relevant
Running face to face new and follow up clinics
Running virtual new and follow up clinics
Vetting of new electronic referrals into the Ocular Oncology Service
Running operating lists for ocular oncology and vitreo-retinal surgery
Attending MDT as a quorate member
Supervision and training of Ocular Oncology fellows and other trainees at Moorfields
Teaching of doctors in training, both formal and informal
Attending the annual National CQUIN meeting for Ocular Oncology
Participating in Ocular Oncology audits and research projects
About us
Moorfields is world renowned eye hospital with an excellent international reputation. We have provided excellence in eye care for more than 200 years and we continue to be at the forefront of new breakthroughs and developments.
It is home to the London Ocular Oncology Service, one of the oldest Ocular Oncology Services in the world.In 1997 the Ocular Oncology Services in London, Liverpool and Sheffield were designated as Centres of Excellence by the National Commissioning Group. This allowed expertise to be concentrated in these designated centres for the benefit of our patients.
The Adult Ocular Oncology Service is currently under the direction of Professor Sagoo whereas the Retinoblastoma service, based at the Royal London Hospital, is directed by Mr Reddy. These supra-regional services accept tertiary referrals from all over UK.
The VR service treats conditions at the back of the eye which often require surgical intervention. A large part of the service are the VR emergencies (VRE) seen in dedicated emergency clinics and operated on emergency theatre lists.
The Vitreo-retinal Service is currently under the direction of Professor Lyndon da Cruz and consists of 9 consultants. It is further supported by two North Thames Specialist Registrars (Fellows) sub-specialising in Vitreo-retinal, five Vitreo-retinal Fellows and five Specialist Registrars. In addition we have a Nurse consultant who plays an increasing role in the management of all Vitreo-retinal patients.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached Job Description for detailed duties and main responsibilities. Proposed job plan can also be found at the end of the attached Job Description.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached Job Description for detailed duties and main responsibilities. Proposed job plan can also be found at the end of the attached Job Description.
Person Specification
Education / Qualifications
Essential
- FRCOphth / MRCOphth or equivalent ophthalmic qualification.
- Full GMC Registration (with a 'License to Practise').
- CCT in Ophthalmology or equivalent ophthalmic training (or be within 6 months of CCT date).
- Be on or eligible for the GMC specialist register, or be within 6 months of entry.
Desirable
- Higher Degree (e.g. MD or PhD).
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Committed to job
- Excellent communications skills
- Ability to lead & co-ordinate multidisciplinary teams
- Good Team Building Skills
- Commitment to high quality research
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- High degree of clinical & surgical skills vitreoretinal surgery
- Track record of developing and submitting applications for research funding
- Track record of publications in peer-reviewed scientific & clinical journals.
- Ability to lead & co-ordinate clinical teams.
- Surgical experience
Desirable
- Results by effectively managing relationships with sponsors/funding bodies/collaborators/other university/hospital research groups
- Ability to attract research funding
Experience
Essential
- Experience of teaching at postgraduate levels.
- Extensive experience in the management of all of patients with conditions requiring vitreoretinal clinical/surgical knowledge
- Demonstrable experience of taking a leading role in a research group
- Evidence of promoting excellence in areas of research
- Understanding of the key NIHR funding streams for research
- Experience of public & patient engagement.
Desirable
- Clinical leadership and management experience in developing and delivering new services.
- Involvement in clinical leadership roles such a participation in QIPP projects & service improvement projects.
- Management innovation experience
Knowledge
Essential
- Completed Higher Specialist Training in Ophthalmology.
- Fellowship Training in vitreoretinal surgery
- Extensive knowledge of please vitreoretinal conditions
- Relevant research methods training
- Awareness of current issues affecting the NHS & UK Higher Education & the possible associated implications for Moorfields/UCL Institute of Ophthalmology.
Desirable
- Should have received training in clinical supervision as defined by the GMC.
- Should have received training in educational supervision as defined by the GMC.
- Attended clinical leadership training.
Person Specification
Education / Qualifications
Essential
- FRCOphth / MRCOphth or equivalent ophthalmic qualification.
- Full GMC Registration (with a 'License to Practise').
- CCT in Ophthalmology or equivalent ophthalmic training (or be within 6 months of CCT date).
- Be on or eligible for the GMC specialist register, or be within 6 months of entry.
Desirable
- Higher Degree (e.g. MD or PhD).
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Committed to job
- Excellent communications skills
- Ability to lead & co-ordinate multidisciplinary teams
- Good Team Building Skills
- Commitment to high quality research
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- High degree of clinical & surgical skills vitreoretinal surgery
- Track record of developing and submitting applications for research funding
- Track record of publications in peer-reviewed scientific & clinical journals.
- Ability to lead & co-ordinate clinical teams.
- Surgical experience
Desirable
- Results by effectively managing relationships with sponsors/funding bodies/collaborators/other university/hospital research groups
- Ability to attract research funding
Experience
Essential
- Experience of teaching at postgraduate levels.
- Extensive experience in the management of all of patients with conditions requiring vitreoretinal clinical/surgical knowledge
- Demonstrable experience of taking a leading role in a research group
- Evidence of promoting excellence in areas of research
- Understanding of the key NIHR funding streams for research
- Experience of public & patient engagement.
Desirable
- Clinical leadership and management experience in developing and delivering new services.
- Involvement in clinical leadership roles such a participation in QIPP projects & service improvement projects.
- Management innovation experience
Knowledge
Essential
- Completed Higher Specialist Training in Ophthalmology.
- Fellowship Training in vitreoretinal surgery
- Extensive knowledge of please vitreoretinal conditions
- Relevant research methods training
- Awareness of current issues affecting the NHS & UK Higher Education & the possible associated implications for Moorfields/UCL Institute of Ophthalmology.
Desirable
- Should have received training in clinical supervision as defined by the GMC.
- Should have received training in educational supervision as defined by the GMC.
- Attended clinical leadership training.
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).
