Job summary
We are inviting applications for NHS Consultant
Ophthalmologists (with special interest in glaucoma), to join our team of
Glaucoma specialists to deliver high quality clinical care to our patients.
The successful candidate will support the remaining clinic
services as appropriate, to include general ophthalmology, new and revisits, cataract
surgery, YAG laser capsulotomies, etc.
Main duties of the job
To work closely with the Clinical Services Manager, Medical
Director, Chief Executive Officer, Chief Operating Officer, Practice Manager,
Office Manager, and visiting Consultant Ophthalmologists, to ensure smooth
delivery of our service.
The Consultant Ophthalmologist is expected to work as part
of a cohesive team, to support and advise other team members, and to take
responsibility for clinical and other relevant issues that may arise from time
to time. The Consultant Ophthalmologist is responsible for taking emergency
calls as required and will participate in the on-call rota. All calls are triaged
and screened by a clinical member of staff prior to escalation. All clinicians
and Consultants are only contacted as and when required.
iSIGHT Clinic has developed a Memorandum of Understanding and Service Level Agreement, with surrounding NHS Trust Hospitals to cover for CSSU, pharmacy, medical emergency, inpatient care and ophthalmic surgical emergencies.
About us
iSIGHT Clinic provides adult ophthalmology services on
behalf of the NHS as commissioned by local Clinical Commissioning Groups such
as Cataract Surgery, Aged Macular Degeneration, General Ophthalmology,
Glaucoma, Retinal Clinics, Neuro-Ophthalmology, and YAG Laser procedures.
Currently we have 2 clinic locations plus an administrative
head office.
iSIGHT Clinic Southport (Drayton House) is our main day case
hospital comprising of 5 consulting suites, 3 operating theatres/treatment
rooms (intraocular, AMD and minor ops), ophthalmic lasers (SLT & YAG),
diagnostic facilities including OCT, OCTA, Fields, Pentacam, biometry,
pachymetry, Orthoptic and refraction.
iSIGHT Clinic Ormskirk (Hattersley House), 2 consulting
rooms, 2 diagnostic rooms including OCT, fields, biometry and YAG Laser. With
potential for further clinical development.
iSIGHT Clinic Administrative Head Office (Southport),
including a clinical office for telemedicine and administrative duties.
Job description
Job responsibilities
-
Glaucoma & General Clinics
- Triage referrals when required
- See, diagnose, and treat patients in a
high-quality manner
- Be effective in communicating with patients,
GPs, Optometrists, other clinicians, and Directors
- Complete medical records and correspondence
accurately and on time
- Provide reports relating to patient incidents
promptly
- Meet all the criteria from GMC and RCO to
maintain their license to practice. This includes revalidation, internal &
external appraisal etc. Ensure that mandatory training is up to date
- Deliver teaching and training to other
colleagues and AHPs (Allied Health Professionals)
- Be aware of local clinical governance reporting
arrangements
- Work as part of a cohesive team, and support the
administration team to deliver a safe and efficient clinical service
- Behave as a professional clinician as per GMC
guidelines
- Be punctual for clinical sessions and meetings
- To support iSIGHT managers to achieve Key
Performance Indicators
- Perform regular audit and ensure effective audit
mechanisms are in place
- Support the team in the development of clinical
links with other health delivery organisations
- Work closely with other Consultant
Ophthalmologists, Optometrists and other clinical staff including Nurses and
Orthoptists, with management and other administrative staff.
- May be asked to represent the company on certain
occasions
Job description
Job responsibilities
-
Glaucoma & General Clinics
- Triage referrals when required
- See, diagnose, and treat patients in a
high-quality manner
- Be effective in communicating with patients,
GPs, Optometrists, other clinicians, and Directors
- Complete medical records and correspondence
accurately and on time
- Provide reports relating to patient incidents
promptly
- Meet all the criteria from GMC and RCO to
maintain their license to practice. This includes revalidation, internal &
external appraisal etc. Ensure that mandatory training is up to date
- Deliver teaching and training to other
colleagues and AHPs (Allied Health Professionals)
- Be aware of local clinical governance reporting
arrangements
- Work as part of a cohesive team, and support the
administration team to deliver a safe and efficient clinical service
- Behave as a professional clinician as per GMC
guidelines
- Be punctual for clinical sessions and meetings
- To support iSIGHT managers to achieve Key
Performance Indicators
- Perform regular audit and ensure effective audit
mechanisms are in place
- Support the team in the development of clinical
links with other health delivery organisations
- Work closely with other Consultant
Ophthalmologists, Optometrists and other clinical staff including Nurses and
Orthoptists, with management and other administrative staff.
- May be asked to represent the company on certain
occasions
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Consultant Ophthalmologist (must be registered with the GMC and listed on the Specialist Register and previously held an NHS Consultant post)
- Must have experience in Glaucoma including SLT lasers, and Glaucoma surgery
- Adequate and relevant experience as a consultant
- Record of successful internal and external appraisal, revalidation
- Experience in general Ophthalmology with exposure to subspecialty ophthalmology
- Good time management and IT skills, working towards electronic records
- Valid drivers licence and personal transport
- Excellent interpersonal skills and communication skills
- Be a team player
- Be committed to delivering high quality patient focused care
- The post holder has a responsibility to comply with the Data Protection Act 2018 and maintain confidentiality of staff and iSIGHT business
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Consultant Ophthalmologist (must be registered with the GMC and listed on the Specialist Register and previously held an NHS Consultant post)
- Must have experience in Glaucoma including SLT lasers, and Glaucoma surgery
- Adequate and relevant experience as a consultant
- Record of successful internal and external appraisal, revalidation
- Experience in general Ophthalmology with exposure to subspecialty ophthalmology
- Good time management and IT skills, working towards electronic records
- Valid drivers licence and personal transport
- Excellent interpersonal skills and communication skills
- Be a team player
- Be committed to delivering high quality patient focused care
- The post holder has a responsibility to comply with the Data Protection Act 2018 and maintain confidentiality of staff and iSIGHT business
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.
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
