Job summary
We are looking for a capable and enthusiastic colleague to
join our Ophthalmologists at County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation
Trust. The successful candidate will
replace a departing colleague to form a team of two full time Consultant
Vitreoretinal Surgeons in providing elective and emergency vitreoretinal
care.
10
Programmed Activities, 8.5 DCC and 1.5 SPA.
The basic contract is for 10 programmed activities; however
there will need to be a discussion with the post-holder regarding the final job
plan/on-call arrangements, prior to commencement of the appointment.
This post is subject to change in relation to site working
and may be impacted upon by future service transformation i.e. Better Health
Programme
The post will provide ophthalmic care for residents within
the catchment area of County Durham and Darlington Foundation Trust. The timetable will include clinical sessions
at 2 Hospitals Bishop Auckland General (BAH), and Darlington Memorial
Hospital (DMH); covering patients at , University Hospital of North Durham
(UHND); and participation on the regional vitreoretinal on-call rota.
Vitreoretinal surgery is delivered at BAH under
local anaesthetic, with general anaesthetic provision at DMH.
For further details of the post please contact;
Mr Gordon Lau,Clinical Lead,gordon.lau@nhs.net,01388 455309
Kay
Johnson Lewis, Service Manager,kay.johnson-lewis@nhs.net, 0788 492 0262
Main duties of the job
The
Ophthalmology department works across 3 sites providing Outpatient clinics in
Darlington Memorial hospital (DMH), the University Hospital of North Durham and
Bishop Auckland Hospital (BAH), with day case treatment being carried out
currently at DMH and BAH. This post will support the delivery of day case
services at DMH and BAH and outpatient services at UHND. The department
provides an Ophthalmology centre at Bishop Auckland Hospital with a one stop
service for patients that require laser treatment, lid or cataract surgery.
About us
If you are being interviewed you must accept an interview slot in the system to continue, even if you have arranged with the manager
You must be able to produce ALL certificates stated essential in the person specification or you will not be able to complete pre-employment checks
We provide hospital services from two acute sites - Darlington Memorial Hospital and University Hospital of North Durham. We have a centre for planned care in Bishop Auckland and provide care from community hospitals in Chester-le-Street, Shotley Bridge, Barnard Castle, Sedgefield and Weardale as well as over 80 other community based settings and providing care in patients' homes.
We particularly welcome applications from disabled and Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates as BAME and disabled people are currently under-represented
We are unable to offer sponsorship for roles that do not require a professional registration, to apply you must have Right to Work in the United Kingdom. If you are in the UK on a VISA please ensure you have no restrictions that would prevent you from taking this post
Full Job Descriptions can be found in the adverts supporting documents
Job description
Job responsibilities
For management purposes and use of resources the post holder
will be accountable to the Clinical Lead of the Ophthalmology Directorate, and
will ensure the effective and efficient use of resources allocated.
The post holder will be expected to provide independent
expert opinion and management of
vitreoretinal, medical retina including diabetic retinopathy, uveitis
and screening of retinopathy of prematurity conditions in addition to general
ophthalmology delivered through session in the Eye Urgent Care Clinic - in
conjunction with regional colleagues when necessary.
The post holder will be supported to work towards CESR.
The post holder will be responsible for the professional and
educational supervision of junior staff and nursing staff in the urgent care
service.
The post holder will be expected to participate in the
postgraduate teaching of medical staff and undergraduates attached to the Trust
and in the training of all grades of staff.
Research activities, which are considered to be an inherent
part of normal clinical duties, will be encouraged and limited research
funding, may be available following successful applications to the local
Research and Development Committee.
Continuing Professional Development (CPD) the post holder
is responsible for ensuring that he/she meets the national requirements for
CPD, both internal and external.Andwill be expected to attend regularly and contribute to the weekly half-day educational
session held regionally.
The post holder will be expected to participate in clinical
governance including audit arrangements in line with national and local
guidelines and in respect of Undergraduate and postgraduate teaching in the
Trust in accordance with current best practice.
If the post holder is involved in the care of a patient who
subsequently initiates a claim against the Trust they will be expected to
provide, free of a charge, an opinion and statement of facts on the case.
The post holder will be expected to deputise in the absence
of colleagues in cases of annual leave, study leave and sickness as far as is
practicable and ensure continuous patient care.
The successful applicant will be expected to contribute to the
Ophthalmology regional out of hours service rota currently 1 in 6
weekends. The vitreoretinal surgery rota
is separate to the general on-call rota and is non-resident.
This post is eligible for the appropriate
availability supplement payment and attracts an additional payment for
unexpected DCC, to be confirmed on commencement.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For management purposes and use of resources the post holder
will be accountable to the Clinical Lead of the Ophthalmology Directorate, and
will ensure the effective and efficient use of resources allocated.
The post holder will be expected to provide independent
expert opinion and management of
vitreoretinal, medical retina including diabetic retinopathy, uveitis
and screening of retinopathy of prematurity conditions in addition to general
ophthalmology delivered through session in the Eye Urgent Care Clinic - in
conjunction with regional colleagues when necessary.
The post holder will be supported to work towards CESR.
The post holder will be responsible for the professional and
educational supervision of junior staff and nursing staff in the urgent care
service.
The post holder will be expected to participate in the
postgraduate teaching of medical staff and undergraduates attached to the Trust
and in the training of all grades of staff.
Research activities, which are considered to be an inherent
part of normal clinical duties, will be encouraged and limited research
funding, may be available following successful applications to the local
Research and Development Committee.
Continuing Professional Development (CPD) the post holder
is responsible for ensuring that he/she meets the national requirements for
CPD, both internal and external.Andwill be expected to attend regularly and contribute to the weekly half-day educational
session held regionally.
The post holder will be expected to participate in clinical
governance including audit arrangements in line with national and local
guidelines and in respect of Undergraduate and postgraduate teaching in the
Trust in accordance with current best practice.
If the post holder is involved in the care of a patient who
subsequently initiates a claim against the Trust they will be expected to
provide, free of a charge, an opinion and statement of facts on the case.
The post holder will be expected to deputise in the absence
of colleagues in cases of annual leave, study leave and sickness as far as is
practicable and ensure continuous patient care.
The successful applicant will be expected to contribute to the
Ophthalmology regional out of hours service rota currently 1 in 6
weekends. The vitreoretinal surgery rota
is separate to the general on-call rota and is non-resident.
This post is eligible for the appropriate
availability supplement payment and attracts an additional payment for
unexpected DCC, to be confirmed on commencement.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
Desirable
- Other Ophthalmology postgraduate qualifications
Experience
Essential
- General ophthalmology and Emergency Eye Care
- Medical retina and diabetic eye disease
- Management of uveitis
- Retinopathy of Prematurity screening
- Trained in vitreoretinal surgery
Statutory Registration
Essential
Special Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Independent surgical skills
- To be able to provide a specialist opinion within the Department
- Knowledge of the structure and function of NHS management
- To be able to demonstrate participation in audit and review
- Previous experience of supervising and training trainees
- Good timekeeping
- Good inter-personal communication skills
Desirable
- To participate in team developmental co-operation
Special Requirements
Essential
- Presentations at academic meetings
Desirable
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
Desirable
- Other Ophthalmology postgraduate qualifications
Experience
Essential
- General ophthalmology and Emergency Eye Care
- Medical retina and diabetic eye disease
- Management of uveitis
- Retinopathy of Prematurity screening
- Trained in vitreoretinal surgery
Statutory Registration
Essential
Special Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Independent surgical skills
- To be able to provide a specialist opinion within the Department
- Knowledge of the structure and function of NHS management
- To be able to demonstrate participation in audit and review
- Previous experience of supervising and training trainees
- Good timekeeping
- Good inter-personal communication skills
Desirable
- To participate in team developmental co-operation
Special Requirements
Essential
- Presentations at academic meetings
Desirable
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).
Employer details
Employer name
County Durham & Darlington NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Darlington Memorial Hospital NHS Trust
Hollyhurst Road
Darlington
County Durham
DL3 6HX
Employer's website
https://www.cddft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
