Job summary
We are delighted to offer the opportunity of a 24 month fixed term contract for the post of Specialty Doctor in Ophthalmology.
This is a 10PA per week post.
The post holder will be expected to work as part of a team with responsibility for maintaining the highest standards of clinical care, for teaching of junior staff and medical students and for actively participating in continuing medical education, and department and Trust matters concerning Clinical Governance and Audit.
Main duties of the job
The role is based at the Queen's Hospital, Burton but with some sessions delivered at sister sites. The appointment is subject to the National Terms and Conditions of Service for Specialty Doctors (2021), which may be amended by collective agreement from time to time.
Applicants must hold MBBS or an equivalent medical qualification together with the Diploma in Ophthalmology or a higher qualification.
Full Registration with the GMC and a licence to practice at time of application is essential.
This is not a training post but appointed doctors will be supported to achieve the competencies and requirements for specialty registration through CESR route. They can approach the department to discuss their needs in advance.
About us
As a trusted organisation at the heart of our communities, we recognise the important role we can play in supporting the public, patients, our own people and local partners in achieving the best of health for the local population and the communities in which they live by providing Exceptional Care Together
Our fundamental Values of Compassion, Openness and Excellence underpin how we intend to work as a Trust and the associated behaviours are becoming embedded in all aspects of how we work.
In return we will offer:
- Development opportunities, both professional and leadership development
- On-going support from recruitment to when you join our team and beyond.
- Staff benefits including employee assistance programme, discounted gym membership, onsite fitness classes, car schemes
Key Facts:
- We see on average 4810 OP appointments a day.
- We are the 4th busiest Trauma & Orthopaedic outpatients department in England - an average of 2077 per week.
- An average of 1115 patients are seen in A&Es across our network every day - 3rd largest in the country.
- Our hospitals admit an average of 195 emergency patients daily.
- Last year we undertook almost 33,700 planned surgical operations in our 57 operating theatres.
- We are one of only 7 Trusts nationally with more than 50 operating theatres.
- We carry out more than 140 elective procedures each working day.
- UHDB is a research active University Hospital with a large and varied portfolio of clinical trials and research opportunities for all staff.
Job description
Job responsibilities
* Applicants knowledge is up to date and is safe to practice
* Capacity to apply sound clinical knowledge relevant to the job
* Experience in making clinical decisions and managing risk. Knows when to seek help, able to prioritise clinical need
* Shows aptitude for practical skills, required in the job
* Proven ability to work effectively in different clinical settings required in the job
Job description
Job responsibilities
* Applicants knowledge is up to date and is safe to practice
* Capacity to apply sound clinical knowledge relevant to the job
* Experience in making clinical decisions and managing risk. Knows when to seek help, able to prioritise clinical need
* Shows aptitude for practical skills, required in the job
* Proven ability to work effectively in different clinical settings required in the job
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
- Diploma in Ophthalmology
Desirable
Eligibility
Essential
- Full GMC Registration, with a licence to practice, at time of application
- Shall have completed at least four years' full-time postgraduate training (or its equivalent gained on a part-time or flexible basis) at least two of which will be in a specialty training programme in Ophthalmology or as a fixed term specialty trainee in Ophthalmology; or shall have equivalent experience and competencies.
Desirable
- Ophthalmology experience at middle grade level
Language Skills
Essential
- All applicants to have demonstrable skills in written and spoken English that are adequate to enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues, which could be evidenced by one of the following: - applicants have undertaken undergraduate training in English - applicants have scores in the academic IELTS or equivalent equal to those required for recruitment to MMC specialty training programmes
- Applicants who believe they have adequate communication skills but do not fit into one of the examples above need to provide evidence
Health
Essential
- Meets professional health requirements (in line with GMC standards in Good Medical Practice)
Clinical Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Experience in making clinical decisions and managing risk. Knows when to seek help, able to prioritise clinical need
- Proven ability to work effectively in different clinical settings required in the job
Desirable
- Qualified and experienced cataract surgeon (200 independent and unsupervised phacoemulsification and lens implantations carried out plus 200 cases assisted).
Specialty specific skills
Essential
- Any sub-speciality areas of interest would be acceptable to compliment the department - you will need to expand on this section to be specific about your minimum skill/experience requirements and the evidence you will be looking for this and any other specialty specific experience (there seems to be a lot more in the timetable)
Clinical Governance/improving quality of patient care
Essential
- Demonstrates understanding of the principles of research
- Evidence of interest and experience in teaching junior doctors and medical students. Ability to innovate and develop new technology/methods where appropriate
- Evidence of active participation in audit
Desirable
- Evidence of relevant academic and research achievements relevant to Ophthalmology
Communication Skills
Essential
- Demonstrates clarity in written/spoken communication and capacity to adapt language as appropriate to the situation
- Capacity to listen and take in others' perspectives
Desirable
- 360 degree feedback and patient survey feedback and reflections
Personal Skills
Essential
- Demonstrated experience working in a team, values the input of other professionals in the team
- Promotes equality, diversity and inclusion
Desirable
- Leadership skills: experience in leadership
- Demonstrates skills needed for effective delegation within the team: 360 degree feedback
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
- Diploma in Ophthalmology
Desirable
Eligibility
Essential
- Full GMC Registration, with a licence to practice, at time of application
- Shall have completed at least four years' full-time postgraduate training (or its equivalent gained on a part-time or flexible basis) at least two of which will be in a specialty training programme in Ophthalmology or as a fixed term specialty trainee in Ophthalmology; or shall have equivalent experience and competencies.
Desirable
- Ophthalmology experience at middle grade level
Language Skills
Essential
- All applicants to have demonstrable skills in written and spoken English that are adequate to enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues, which could be evidenced by one of the following: - applicants have undertaken undergraduate training in English - applicants have scores in the academic IELTS or equivalent equal to those required for recruitment to MMC specialty training programmes
- Applicants who believe they have adequate communication skills but do not fit into one of the examples above need to provide evidence
Health
Essential
- Meets professional health requirements (in line with GMC standards in Good Medical Practice)
Clinical Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Experience in making clinical decisions and managing risk. Knows when to seek help, able to prioritise clinical need
- Proven ability to work effectively in different clinical settings required in the job
Desirable
- Qualified and experienced cataract surgeon (200 independent and unsupervised phacoemulsification and lens implantations carried out plus 200 cases assisted).
Specialty specific skills
Essential
- Any sub-speciality areas of interest would be acceptable to compliment the department - you will need to expand on this section to be specific about your minimum skill/experience requirements and the evidence you will be looking for this and any other specialty specific experience (there seems to be a lot more in the timetable)
Clinical Governance/improving quality of patient care
Essential
- Demonstrates understanding of the principles of research
- Evidence of interest and experience in teaching junior doctors and medical students. Ability to innovate and develop new technology/methods where appropriate
- Evidence of active participation in audit
Desirable
- Evidence of relevant academic and research achievements relevant to Ophthalmology
Communication Skills
Essential
- Demonstrates clarity in written/spoken communication and capacity to adapt language as appropriate to the situation
- Capacity to listen and take in others' perspectives
Desirable
- 360 degree feedback and patient survey feedback and reflections
Personal Skills
Essential
- Demonstrated experience working in a team, values the input of other professionals in the team
- Promotes equality, diversity and inclusion
Desirable
- Leadership skills: experience in leadership
- Demonstrates skills needed for effective delegation within the team: 360 degree feedback
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).
