Job summary
Fellowship in Ophthalmic Anaesthesia and Day Case surgery, Moorfields Eye Hospital
Applications are welcomed for the post of Clinical Fellow in Ophthalmic Anaesthesia.
The post is full-time for 6 months in the first instance, with start date to be decided mutually.
This is an opportunity to gain experience in day case surgery and TIVA, whilst covering all aspects of ophthalmic anaesthesia. These include advanced sedation, paediatric day case surgery and local anaesthetic techniques.A substantial amount of paediatric work takes place at Moorfields & consequently there will be many occasions for managing the care of children as young as 4 weeks.
Time for non-clinical work such as research and quality improvement, can be factored in.
The Anaesthetic service has 18 Anaesthetists and up to 6 junior staff.
Main duties of the job
The post-holder will be expected to undertake approximately eight sessions per week; the number to be allocated to research or clinical commitments is to be by mutual agreement - usually at least one day a week is put aside for non-clinical activity. Although the clinical sessions will be fixed in time, their content will be flexible to reflect the needs of the department. The post-holder will join the Fellow on-call rota, which involves long days and weekends on calls in a 1:4 or 1:5 pattern.
About us
At Moorfields, we provide more than just an excellent career and great colleagues to work with. We also offer:
Salary including High-Cost Area Supplement
Opportunity to join the NHS Pension Scheme
Free 24/7 independent counselling service
Learning and development opportunities
Easy and quick transport links
A range of attractive benefits and discounts
Access to Blue Light Card and other NHS Discount Schemes
Free Pilates classes
Full support and training to develop your skills
Flexible working friendly organisation
And so much more! To see the full range of benefits we offer please see our Moorfields benefits document.
Job description
Job responsibilities
We are a supportive and friendly department of 18 consultants including college examiners, medical examiners, members of national committees and guidelines groups.
We are committed to ensuring that our Fellows get their most out of their post and will endeavour to welcome you into the team.
- 6 month rotation at Moorfields Eye Hospital, which is a specialist NHS ophthalmic hospital, providing care for all ophthalmic subspecialties
- We operate on a day case model for surgery, doing in excess of 35,000 patients a year. Anaesthesia is provided for all forms of ophthalmic surgery resulting in a case mix which is unique in the United Kingdom.
- A substantial amount of paediatric work takes place at Moorfields, approximately 80 cases per month & consequently there will be many occasions for managing the care of children as young as 4 weeks.
- You will be allocated to a variety of lists with emphasis on paediatric lists, where TIVA is the anaesthetic of choice.
- 1 day per week can be allocated to non-clinical activities, which will assist with completion of Generic Professional Capabilities
- You will be part of the on-call rota, approx. 1 in 4 or 5, with no overnight duties. Weekend on call shifts are 08:30 18:00.
- You will carry the resuscitations bleep as per rota.
Job description
Job responsibilities
We are a supportive and friendly department of 18 consultants including college examiners, medical examiners, members of national committees and guidelines groups.
We are committed to ensuring that our Fellows get their most out of their post and will endeavour to welcome you into the team.
- 6 month rotation at Moorfields Eye Hospital, which is a specialist NHS ophthalmic hospital, providing care for all ophthalmic subspecialties
- We operate on a day case model for surgery, doing in excess of 35,000 patients a year. Anaesthesia is provided for all forms of ophthalmic surgery resulting in a case mix which is unique in the United Kingdom.
- A substantial amount of paediatric work takes place at Moorfields, approximately 80 cases per month & consequently there will be many occasions for managing the care of children as young as 4 weeks.
- You will be allocated to a variety of lists with emphasis on paediatric lists, where TIVA is the anaesthetic of choice.
- 1 day per week can be allocated to non-clinical activities, which will assist with completion of Generic Professional Capabilities
- You will be part of the on-call rota, approx. 1 in 4 or 5, with no overnight duties. Weekend on call shifts are 08:30 18:00.
- You will carry the resuscitations bleep as per rota.
Person Specification
Education/ Qualifications
Essential
- Full GMC registration with licence to practise
- ALS
Desirable
Experience & Knowledge
Essential
- Minimum 3 years anaesthetic/ ITU experience
- Participation in formal teaching, Audit or QI
Desirable
- Ophthalmic Anaesthesia including local anaesthesia
- Research Experience/ Research methodology course/ Teaching qualifications
Skills/abilities
Essential
- Able to anaesthetise ASA1 and ASA2 patients independently
- A minimum of 50 paediatric cases in the logbook
Desirable
- Skills in anaesthesia for the elderly
- Skills in procedural sedation
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Advanced communication skills with demonstrable ability in leading a team
- Works well under pressure
Desirable
- Demonstrates an interest in ophthalmic anaesthesia
- Demonstrates reflective practice
Person Specification
Education/ Qualifications
Essential
- Full GMC registration with licence to practise
- ALS
Desirable
Experience & Knowledge
Essential
- Minimum 3 years anaesthetic/ ITU experience
- Participation in formal teaching, Audit or QI
Desirable
- Ophthalmic Anaesthesia including local anaesthesia
- Research Experience/ Research methodology course/ Teaching qualifications
Skills/abilities
Essential
- Able to anaesthetise ASA1 and ASA2 patients independently
- A minimum of 50 paediatric cases in the logbook
Desirable
- Skills in anaesthesia for the elderly
- Skills in procedural sedation
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Advanced communication skills with demonstrable ability in leading a team
- Works well under pressure
Desirable
- Demonstrates an interest in ophthalmic anaesthesia
- Demonstrates reflective practice
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).
