Job summary
This post offers advanced specialist training in Oculoplastics, and will be based at the Leicester Royal Infirmary, University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust. The post is to commence as soon as possible for a fixed-term period of one year.
The successful candidate will work closely alongside our Oculoplastics consultants; Mr Raghavan Sampath, Mrs Joyce Burns, Mrs Antonella Berry-Brincat and Ms Mary Awad and will be expected to make a substantial contribution to research and training in the department.
Main duties of the job
The Leicester Royal Infirmary provides the Ophthalmology service for Leicestershire, a district with a population of over one million. The successful applicant will acquire advanced skills in the latest oculoplastic techniques. The Fellow in Oculoplastics will have the opportunity to participate in the care of all patients requiring tertiary referral expertise from this catchment area and from surrounding areas.
The post is suitable for an Ophthalmologist nearing the end of their training or already in possession of CCT. It offers post accreditation experience beyond traditional UK registrar rotations for ophthalmologists wishing to specialise in Oculoplastics.
About us
Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).
We have four primary goals:
high-quality care for all,
being a great place to work,
partnerships for impact, and
research and education excellence
And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.
Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:
we are compassionate,
we are proud,
we are inclusive, and
we are one team
This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To provide Ophthalmology services at the University Hospitals of Leicester. A specialty interest in Oculoplastics is required.
- To provide Ophthalmology services by way of Outpatient clinics and Theatre lists at the University Hospitals of Leicester.
- To work flexibly and cooperatively with the other Ophthalmologists to maximise the utilisation of theatre lists and outpatient clinics.
- To ensure the provision of good standards of practice and care as described in the GMC Guidance Duties of a Doctor are followed at all times; and that bad practice is reported.
- To ensure that clinical practice is both effective and efficient and that appropriate monitoring of clinical care takes place.
- To actively participate in audit.
- To work with the CBU management team to ensure that services are delivered efficiently and reflect best practice with processes and governance to match - this may require new and flexible ways of working in the future.
- To provide continuing care of patients and be responsible for the proper organisation and functioning of clinical practice.
- To work closely with other specialties, departments and outside agencies to deliver the objectives of the Division and Clinical Business Unit.
- To take responsibility for ensuring that critical clinical incidents, as defined in the Trusts Critical Incident Policy, are reported in a timely manner.
- To be an integral part of the Fellow Eye Casualty oncall rota for evenings and weekends
- To participate in yearly appraisal and job planning process.
- To undertake Mandatory & Statutory training as determined by the Trust and Clinical Business Unit
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To provide Ophthalmology services at the University Hospitals of Leicester. A specialty interest in Oculoplastics is required.
- To provide Ophthalmology services by way of Outpatient clinics and Theatre lists at the University Hospitals of Leicester.
- To work flexibly and cooperatively with the other Ophthalmologists to maximise the utilisation of theatre lists and outpatient clinics.
- To ensure the provision of good standards of practice and care as described in the GMC Guidance Duties of a Doctor are followed at all times; and that bad practice is reported.
- To ensure that clinical practice is both effective and efficient and that appropriate monitoring of clinical care takes place.
- To actively participate in audit.
- To work with the CBU management team to ensure that services are delivered efficiently and reflect best practice with processes and governance to match - this may require new and flexible ways of working in the future.
- To provide continuing care of patients and be responsible for the proper organisation and functioning of clinical practice.
- To work closely with other specialties, departments and outside agencies to deliver the objectives of the Division and Clinical Business Unit.
- To take responsibility for ensuring that critical clinical incidents, as defined in the Trusts Critical Incident Policy, are reported in a timely manner.
- To be an integral part of the Fellow Eye Casualty oncall rota for evenings and weekends
- To participate in yearly appraisal and job planning process.
- To undertake Mandatory & Statutory training as determined by the Trust and Clinical Business Unit
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS or equiv
- MRCOphth or equivalent
- Full Registration with the GMC with a licence to practice
Desirable
- Higher degree e.g. MSc, MPhil, MD etc or MRCP
- Within 6 months of registering for CCT from PMETB at the closing date.
Experience
Essential
- Oculoplastics experience and skills Similar to a trainee within 6 months of CCT
Desirable
- Wider experience of Oculoplastics ophthalmology than expected of a trainee within 6 months of CCT.
Ability/ Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding of ophthalmic basic sciences and the ability to apply this to clinical practice
- Good basic knowledge of ophthalmology
Desirable
- Previous publications demonstrating in depth understanding of clinical problems, audit or research.
Clinical skills
Essential
- Ability to evaluate routine cases and interpret basic investigations
- Awareness of constraints, risks and potential complications of management
- Ability to record accurate and complete medical notes
Desirable
- Evidence of sound clinical judgement
- Appropriate delegation of clinical and administrative tasks
Teaching skills
Essential
- Evidence and experience of, and enthusiasm for, teaching others
Desirable
- Appropriate delegation of clinical and administrative tasks
- Good presentational skills
Motivation
Essential
- Commitment to Occuloplastics Ophthalmology
- Capacity to maximise training benefit from programme to the benefit of patients
- Commitment to take an active part in the training programme
- Punctuality and dependability
Desirable
- Evidence of personal initiative
Personality
Essential
- Ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team
- Evidence of good relationships, empathy, kindness and good communication with patients
- Insight into personal limitations and willingness to accept appropriate criticism
Desirable
Audit
Essential
- Understanding the principles of audit
Desirable
- Evidence of participation in audit projects
- Evidence of personal audit of own surgical outcomes
Research
Essential
- Understanding of research principles and scientific method
Desirable
- Research Publications in peer-reviewed journals
Other
Essential
- Evidence of Good organisational skills
- Evidence of potential to become a consultant offering Occuloplastics as a subspecialty
Desirable
- Prizes, distinctions or awards
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS or equiv
- MRCOphth or equivalent
- Full Registration with the GMC with a licence to practice
Desirable
- Higher degree e.g. MSc, MPhil, MD etc or MRCP
- Within 6 months of registering for CCT from PMETB at the closing date.
Experience
Essential
- Oculoplastics experience and skills Similar to a trainee within 6 months of CCT
Desirable
- Wider experience of Oculoplastics ophthalmology than expected of a trainee within 6 months of CCT.
Ability/ Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding of ophthalmic basic sciences and the ability to apply this to clinical practice
- Good basic knowledge of ophthalmology
Desirable
- Previous publications demonstrating in depth understanding of clinical problems, audit or research.
Clinical skills
Essential
- Ability to evaluate routine cases and interpret basic investigations
- Awareness of constraints, risks and potential complications of management
- Ability to record accurate and complete medical notes
Desirable
- Evidence of sound clinical judgement
- Appropriate delegation of clinical and administrative tasks
Teaching skills
Essential
- Evidence and experience of, and enthusiasm for, teaching others
Desirable
- Appropriate delegation of clinical and administrative tasks
- Good presentational skills
Motivation
Essential
- Commitment to Occuloplastics Ophthalmology
- Capacity to maximise training benefit from programme to the benefit of patients
- Commitment to take an active part in the training programme
- Punctuality and dependability
Desirable
- Evidence of personal initiative
Personality
Essential
- Ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team
- Evidence of good relationships, empathy, kindness and good communication with patients
- Insight into personal limitations and willingness to accept appropriate criticism
Desirable
Audit
Essential
- Understanding the principles of audit
Desirable
- Evidence of participation in audit projects
- Evidence of personal audit of own surgical outcomes
Research
Essential
- Understanding of research principles and scientific method
Desirable
- Research Publications in peer-reviewed journals
Other
Essential
- Evidence of Good organisational skills
- Evidence of potential to become a consultant offering Occuloplastics as a subspecialty
Desirable
- Prizes, distinctions or awards
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).
