Job summary
Required
to fill this full time replacement post within the Ophthalmology Department based
mainly at St Jamess University Hospital.
Paediatric surgery takes place at The General Infirmary in Leeds and there
is a day case facility at Wharfedale Hospital. The successful candidate will be
joining 3 consultants in this specialty with a strong background for training. There
is an expectation to take part in the on-call rota. We have strong links with
the endocrinology dept, running the joint thyroid eye disease service as well
as with the head and neck MDT, managing complex cancer and orbital conditions.
If shortlisted, you will be
required to give a 10-minute presentation on:
What
are the main challenges facing the Oculoplastics service and how would you help
manage them?
INTERVIEWS WILL BE HELD VIA MS TEAMS:
Thursday 13 June 2024 (AM)
Main duties of the job
The
successful applicant must possess FRCOphth (or equivalent) and should be
included on the Specialist Register or within 6 months of CCT at the time of
interview, if currently within a training programme within the UK. In accordance with the consultant appointment
regulations, all other categories of doctors must be on the Specialist
Register.
Applicants
should have established skills in Oculoplastics, lacrimal and orbital surgery and
its related specialties including for the paediatric population. A strong
commitment to undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and a research interest
is desirable.
Consideration will be given to
applicants who wish to work full or part time and those wishing to job share.
About us
Leeds Teaching
Hospitals is one the largest teaching hospital trusts in Europe, with access to
leading clinical expertise and medical technology. We care for people from all over the country
as well as the 780,000 residents of Leeds itself. The Trust has a budget of £1.1 billion. Our 20,000
staff ensure that every year we see and treat over 1,500,000 people in our
2,000 beds or out-patient settings, comprising 100,000 day cases, 125,000
in-patients, 260,000 A&E visits and 1,050,000 out-patient
appointments. We operate from 7 hospitals
on 5 sites all linked by the same vision, philosophy and culture to be the
best for specialist and integrated care.
Our vision is based on
The Leeds Way, which is a clear statement of who we are and what we believe, founded
on values of working that were put forward by our own staff. Our values are to be:
Patient-centred
Fair
Collaborative
Accountable
Empowered
We believe that by being
true to these values, we will consistently achieve and continuously improve our
results in relation to our goals, which are to be:
1. The
best for patient safety, quality and experience
2. The
best place to work
3. A
centre of excellence for specialist services, education, research and
innovation
4. Hospitals
that offer seamless, integrated care
5. Financially
sustainable
Job description
Job responsibilities
In relation to this post,
the Ophthalmology department at Leeds Teaching Hospitals strives to offer the
very best care to all our patients through the delivery of high quality
clinically services underpinned by excellent research, innovation and teaching.
This role combines each element in the sub-specialties of genetic eye disease
and medical retina, placing the post-holder at the heart of both a busy service
for the local population and a highly specialised commissioned service with a
thriving research portfolio for the region.
The primary objectives of this post is to help deliver,
support and develop the local and regional service which serves both the adult
and paediatric population. This will be for oculoplastics, lacrimal and orbital
conditions.
In addition the post holder will contribute to the
overall function of the ophthalmology department by supporting all colleagues
and points of service delivery as required. As part of this, the consultant
will provide clinical leadership and drive service improvement, efficiency and
innovation in their area of specialism.
The post holder will be expected to engage fully in all
aspects of clinical audit, clinical governance and patient experience
pertaining to their area of specialism.
Job description
Job responsibilities
In relation to this post,
the Ophthalmology department at Leeds Teaching Hospitals strives to offer the
very best care to all our patients through the delivery of high quality
clinically services underpinned by excellent research, innovation and teaching.
This role combines each element in the sub-specialties of genetic eye disease
and medical retina, placing the post-holder at the heart of both a busy service
for the local population and a highly specialised commissioned service with a
thriving research portfolio for the region.
The primary objectives of this post is to help deliver,
support and develop the local and regional service which serves both the adult
and paediatric population. This will be for oculoplastics, lacrimal and orbital
conditions.
In addition the post holder will contribute to the
overall function of the ophthalmology department by supporting all colleagues
and points of service delivery as required. As part of this, the consultant
will provide clinical leadership and drive service improvement, efficiency and
innovation in their area of specialism.
The post holder will be expected to engage fully in all
aspects of clinical audit, clinical governance and patient experience
pertaining to their area of specialism.
Person Specification
Training, Research, Teaching & Audit
Essential
- Should have completed a recognised training programme in Ophthalmology.
- Evidence of the ability to carry out medical research.
- Experience in training undergraduate medical students and postgraduate doctors.
- Experience of participation in regular clinical audit.
Desirable
- Previous experience of supervising research by junior staff.
- Previous attendance on Appraisal Techniques and Small Group Teaching Workshops.
Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS or MB.ChB (or equivalent).
- FRCOphth or equivalent qualification.
- or equivalent qualification.
- Eligible for full registration with the GMC at time of appointment and hold a current licence to practice. YOUR GMC NUMBER MUST BE STATED ON YOUR APPLICATION FORM.
- Eligibility to work in the UK.
- Is up to date and fit to practise safely.
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Must be able to demonstrate a high level of clinical experience and competence in the management of general and acute ophthalmic conditions.
- Specifically, he/she must demonstrate higher training in Oculoplastics/Orbit and Lacrimal surgery.
- Evidence of continuous career progression consistent with personal circumstances.
Management & Interpersonal Skills
Essential
- Understanding of current issues in the NHS.
- *Well organised and skilled in good time management.
- *Effective interpersonal skills.
- *Demonstrate ability to relate to and work within a team.
Desirable
- Attendance at recognised management course.
Other Requirements
Essential
- *Hold full GMC Registration with a license to practice.
- *Entry on the GMC Specialist Register via:
- -CCT (proposed CCT date must be within 6 months of interview) CESR (or) international applicants should comply with the GMC specialty registration process: https://www.gmc-uk.org/news/news-archive/brexit---information-for-doctors
Person Specification
Training, Research, Teaching & Audit
Essential
- Should have completed a recognised training programme in Ophthalmology.
- Evidence of the ability to carry out medical research.
- Experience in training undergraduate medical students and postgraduate doctors.
- Experience of participation in regular clinical audit.
Desirable
- Previous experience of supervising research by junior staff.
- Previous attendance on Appraisal Techniques and Small Group Teaching Workshops.
Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS or MB.ChB (or equivalent).
- FRCOphth or equivalent qualification.
- or equivalent qualification.
- Eligible for full registration with the GMC at time of appointment and hold a current licence to practice. YOUR GMC NUMBER MUST BE STATED ON YOUR APPLICATION FORM.
- Eligibility to work in the UK.
- Is up to date and fit to practise safely.
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Must be able to demonstrate a high level of clinical experience and competence in the management of general and acute ophthalmic conditions.
- Specifically, he/she must demonstrate higher training in Oculoplastics/Orbit and Lacrimal surgery.
- Evidence of continuous career progression consistent with personal circumstances.
Management & Interpersonal Skills
Essential
- Understanding of current issues in the NHS.
- *Well organised and skilled in good time management.
- *Effective interpersonal skills.
- *Demonstrate ability to relate to and work within a team.
Desirable
- Attendance at recognised management course.
Other Requirements
Essential
- *Hold full GMC Registration with a license to practice.
- *Entry on the GMC Specialist Register via:
- -CCT (proposed CCT date must be within 6 months of interview) CESR (or) international applicants should comply with the GMC specialty registration process: https://www.gmc-uk.org/news/news-archive/brexit---information-for-doctors
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
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).
