Job summary
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Specialist
Doctor in Corneal Surgery to join our ophthalmology team working Trust Wide. The ideal candidate
will possess extensive expertise in diagnosing, treating, and managing corneal
diseases and performing advanced corneal surgical procedures. This role
requires a compassionate clinician dedicated to delivering exceptional patient
care and contributing to the advancement of corneal treatment within our
facility.
Main duties of the job
The ideal candidate will hold a full GMC license to practice
and have experience working in NHS hospitals as an SPR or Specialty Doctor in
Ophthalmology, with experience in Corneal Surgery.
This exciting opportunity offers a unique chance to develop
skills, expand knowledge, and advance your career in a supportive and dynamic
environment.
Key responsibilities will include participating in:
Diagnose
and manage a wide range of corneal conditions, including keratoconus, corneal
dystrophies, infections, and trauma.
Collaborate
with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualised patient care plans.
Provide
preoperative and postoperative care, including patient counselling and
follow-up evaluations.
Maintain
accurate and detailed medical records and documentation.
Participate
in clinical research, audits, and quality improvement initiatives related to
corneal health and surgery.
Educate
and mentor junior doctors, residents, and medical students.
Stay
up-to-date with the latest advancements and techniques in corneal surgery and
ophthalmology.
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.
Full Job Descriptions can be found in the adverts supporting documents.
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For the most up-to-date information on visa requirements and eligibility, please check online to determine whether you can apply.
From April 9th 2025 - Healthcare assistants - You must have a minimum of two years
of experience working within the NHS as a HCA for the Trust to consider
sponsorship (we will only consider sponsorship if you meet this criteria and
have a current visa expiring within 3 months).
Job description
Job responsibilities
CDDFT: The Trust has five Care Groups, namely Surgery, Acute
& Emergency Care, Integrated Adults, Family Health, and Clinical Specialist
Services. Ophthalmology sits within the Surgical Care Group.
The Ophthalmology department works across 2 sites providing
Outpatient clinics in Darlington Memorial hospital (DMH), and Bishop Auckland
Hospital (BAH), with day case treatment being carried out currently at DMH and
BAH. Emergency Ophthalmic opinion also covers University Hospital North Durham
(UHNS). The Urgent Eye Care Clinic at
DMH is staffed 7 days a week and is the hub for emergency ophthalmology opinion
in County Durham and Darlington. The
department provides surgery at both DMH and BAGH sites.
Job description
Job responsibilities
CDDFT: The Trust has five Care Groups, namely Surgery, Acute
& Emergency Care, Integrated Adults, Family Health, and Clinical Specialist
Services. Ophthalmology sits within the Surgical Care Group.
The Ophthalmology department works across 2 sites providing
Outpatient clinics in Darlington Memorial hospital (DMH), and Bishop Auckland
Hospital (BAH), with day case treatment being carried out currently at DMH and
BAH. Emergency Ophthalmic opinion also covers University Hospital North Durham
(UHNS). The Urgent Eye Care Clinic at
DMH is staffed 7 days a week and is the hub for emergency ophthalmology opinion
in County Durham and Darlington. The
department provides surgery at both DMH and BAGH sites.
Person Specification
Statutory Registration
Essential
- GMC registration
- Membership of the RCOphth
Special Requirements
Essential
- Good communication skills
- Ability to recognise own limitations
- Ability to cope with stressful situations
- Motivated and trustworthy
- Works well as part of a team
- Ability to organise and prioritise own work load
- Able to work out of hours as rostered on emergency service rota
- Good communication skills
- Ability to recognise own limitations
- Ability to cope with stressful situations
- Motivated and trustworthy
- Works well as part of a team
- Ability to organise and prioritise own work load
- Able to work out of hours as rostered on emergency service rota
Experience
Essential
- Work with other colleagues as a team to achieve service objectives
- Participation in general Ophthalmic on-call rota
- Knowledge of the structure and function of NHS management
- Organised and timely approach to paperwork
- Communicates well with all other professionals involved in the delivery of eye healthcare
- Engagement with the Patient Experience Team
- To be able to demonstrate participation in audit and review
- Previous experience of supervising and training trainees
- Peer review publications
- Presentations at academic meetings
Qualifications
Essential
- Medical Degree
- Specialist training and experience in Cornea
Desirable
- Experience at Registrar level or equivalent
- Evidence of guideline experience
- Evidence of Audit relevant to specialty
Special Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of current NHS issues and strategies to tackle the elective care backlog
- 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
- Understand the principles of audit/research
Person Specification
Statutory Registration
Essential
- GMC registration
- Membership of the RCOphth
Special Requirements
Essential
- Good communication skills
- Ability to recognise own limitations
- Ability to cope with stressful situations
- Motivated and trustworthy
- Works well as part of a team
- Ability to organise and prioritise own work load
- Able to work out of hours as rostered on emergency service rota
- Good communication skills
- Ability to recognise own limitations
- Ability to cope with stressful situations
- Motivated and trustworthy
- Works well as part of a team
- Ability to organise and prioritise own work load
- Able to work out of hours as rostered on emergency service rota
Experience
Essential
- Work with other colleagues as a team to achieve service objectives
- Participation in general Ophthalmic on-call rota
- Knowledge of the structure and function of NHS management
- Organised and timely approach to paperwork
- Communicates well with all other professionals involved in the delivery of eye healthcare
- Engagement with the Patient Experience Team
- To be able to demonstrate participation in audit and review
- Previous experience of supervising and training trainees
- Peer review publications
- Presentations at academic meetings
Qualifications
Essential
- Medical Degree
- Specialist training and experience in Cornea
Desirable
- Experience at Registrar level or equivalent
- Evidence of guideline experience
- Evidence of Audit relevant to specialty
Special Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of current NHS issues and strategies to tackle the elective care backlog
- 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
- Understand the principles of audit/research
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)
