Job summary
Trust
Doctor in Ophthalmology
Grade:
Trust (post CCT or equivalent)
Hours:
Full time (approx 40hours/week)
We
are looking for a dedicated and approachable Trust Doctor to join our team in
managing ophthalmology services within Leeds. This position would suit a post-CCT
doctor who has demonstrable interest in all areas of Ophthalmology with prior training in a higher specialty area. Competence in cataract surgery is also
desirable.
Our
Ophthalmology department is a supportive and forward-thinking team, committed
to delivering world-class eye care. We provide specialist services across our
centres at Leeds Teaching Hospitals, benefiting from significant investment
in recent years to enhance patient care and service delivery. As one of the
largest NHS Trusts in the country, we are dedicated to innovation,
collaboration, and excellence in ophthalmology, offering exciting
opportunities for both staff development and improved patient outcomes.
The
job comprises a mix of General Ophthalmology work, Ophthalmic Emergencies, a range of sub-speciality work but more specifically Oculoplastics and Glaucoma, Intravitreal Injections, YAG and Retinal Laser. There will be some, but limited, theatre opportunities.
The
post requires an immediate start and is a temporary position for 6 months only with no opportunity for extension.
Candidates must be fully registered with the General Medical Council and hold
a license to practice at the time of appointment.
Main duties of the job
This
is a General Ophthalmology job and you will be a independent decision maker with support
from the wider Consultant Team. The post holder will be expected to be flexible to meet the demands of the Service and work accross a range of sub-specialities as needed.
The
post holder will also be expected to develop a deeper understanding of
management issues within Teaching Hospital Departments and the wider Trust.
More specific information on the role can be found in
the attached Job Description document.
About us
Leeds
Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust (LTHT) is one of the largest and busiest NHS
Trusts in the UK, providing healthcare services to a population of over 1.5
million people. The Ophthalmology department at LTHT is one of the largest in
the region, providing a full range of general and specialist eye care services.
We are a leading tertiary referral centre, delivering cutting-edge treatments
across subspecialties including glaucoma, medical and surgical retina, cornea,
neuro-ophthalmology, uveitis, oculoplastics, and paediatric ophthalmology. The
department benefits from state-of-the-art facilities, including the latest
imaging and laser technology, modern surgical theatres, and a well-equipped
research unit. With a strong emphasis on multidisciplinary working, we
collaborate closely with optometrists, orthoptists, and specialist nursing
teams to ensure the highest standards of patient care.
Leeds Teaching Hospitals is committed to our process
of redeploying 'at risk' members of our existing workforce to new roles. As
such, all our job adverts are subject to this policy and we reserve the right
to close, delay or remove adverts while this process is completed. If you do
experience a delay in the shortlisting stage of the recruitment cycle, please
bear with us while this process is completed, and contact the named contact if
you have any questions.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This is a General Ophthalmology job and you will be a independent decision maker with support from the wider Consultant Team. The post holder will be expected to be flexible to meet the demands of the Service and work accross a range of sub-specialities as needed.
The post holder will also be expected to develop a deeper understanding of management issues within Teaching Hospital Departments and the wider Trust.
The post holder may be expected to cover
on-call duties and also frequently review casualty and general ophthalmology
patients.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This is a General Ophthalmology job and you will be a independent decision maker with support from the wider Consultant Team. The post holder will be expected to be flexible to meet the demands of the Service and work accross a range of sub-specialities as needed.
The post holder will also be expected to develop a deeper understanding of management issues within Teaching Hospital Departments and the wider Trust.
The post holder may be expected to cover
on-call duties and also frequently review casualty and general ophthalmology
patients.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
- Be eligible for full registration with, and hold a current licence to practise from, the GMC at intended start date
- Eligibility to work in the UK.
- Advanced Life Support Certificate from the Resuscitation Council UK or equivalent (as required to complete Foundation competences) by intended start date
- Is up to date and fit to practise safely and is aware of own training needs.
- Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English adequate to enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues
- Achieved the minimum score of 7 across all 4 of the categories in the academic International English Language Testing System (IELTS) in a single sitting within 24 months at time of applicati
- Achieved the minimum Grade B across all 4 of the categories in the Occupational English Test (OET) in medicine in a single sitting within 24 months at time of application
Desirable
- 36 months experience after full GMC registration or equivalent, and evidence of achievement of foundation competences, in line with GMC standards / Good Medical Practice
- Evidence of achievement of CT/ST1competencies in medicine or Surgery (as defined by the curricula relating to Core Medical training or Core Surgical Training)
Experience
Essential
- Subspecialty experience in one or more ophthalmic sub-specialities, to include assessment, diagnosis and management of conditions in the out-patient setting.
- Knowledge and experience of current imaging and surveillance modalities in Ophthalmology.
- Experience in assessment, diagnosis and management of acute presentations in the emergency setting.
- Ability to apply sound clinical knowledge and judgement to problems, prioritise clinical need, maximise safety and minimise risk
- Recognition of, and ability to undertake the initial management of, an acutely ill patient
- Demonstrates understanding of the basic principles of audit, clinical risk management, evidence-based practice, patient safety, and clinical quality improvement initiatives
- Demonstrates understanding of research, including awareness of ethical issues
- Demonstrates knowledge of evidence-informed practice
- At least 4 years experience in medical/surgical specialities by the time of intended start date
- Demonstrates clarity in written/spoken communication & capacity to adapt language as appropriate to the situation
Desirable
- Further experience of managing surgical patients, including their post-operative review.
- Experience in delivering laser procedures such as YAG laser peripheral iridotomy, argon laser peripheral iridoplasty, focal laser, retinal laser
- Evidence of involvement in an audit project, a quality improvement project, formal research project or other activity
- Evidence of relevant academic and research achievements, e.g. degrees, prizes, awards, distinctions, publications, presentations, other achievements
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
- Be eligible for full registration with, and hold a current licence to practise from, the GMC at intended start date
- Eligibility to work in the UK.
- Advanced Life Support Certificate from the Resuscitation Council UK or equivalent (as required to complete Foundation competences) by intended start date
- Is up to date and fit to practise safely and is aware of own training needs.
- Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English adequate to enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues
- Achieved the minimum score of 7 across all 4 of the categories in the academic International English Language Testing System (IELTS) in a single sitting within 24 months at time of applicati
- Achieved the minimum Grade B across all 4 of the categories in the Occupational English Test (OET) in medicine in a single sitting within 24 months at time of application
Desirable
- 36 months experience after full GMC registration or equivalent, and evidence of achievement of foundation competences, in line with GMC standards / Good Medical Practice
- Evidence of achievement of CT/ST1competencies in medicine or Surgery (as defined by the curricula relating to Core Medical training or Core Surgical Training)
Experience
Essential
- Subspecialty experience in one or more ophthalmic sub-specialities, to include assessment, diagnosis and management of conditions in the out-patient setting.
- Knowledge and experience of current imaging and surveillance modalities in Ophthalmology.
- Experience in assessment, diagnosis and management of acute presentations in the emergency setting.
- Ability to apply sound clinical knowledge and judgement to problems, prioritise clinical need, maximise safety and minimise risk
- Recognition of, and ability to undertake the initial management of, an acutely ill patient
- Demonstrates understanding of the basic principles of audit, clinical risk management, evidence-based practice, patient safety, and clinical quality improvement initiatives
- Demonstrates understanding of research, including awareness of ethical issues
- Demonstrates knowledge of evidence-informed practice
- At least 4 years experience in medical/surgical specialities by the time of intended start date
- Demonstrates clarity in written/spoken communication & capacity to adapt language as appropriate to the situation
Desirable
- Further experience of managing surgical patients, including their post-operative review.
- Experience in delivering laser procedures such as YAG laser peripheral iridotomy, argon laser peripheral iridoplasty, focal laser, retinal laser
- Evidence of involvement in an audit project, a quality improvement project, formal research project or other activity
- Evidence of relevant academic and research achievements, e.g. degrees, prizes, awards, distinctions, publications, presentations, other achievements
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).
