Job summary
The Clinical Fellow posts will be based at the University Hospital of Wales(UHW), Cardiff and at the Princess of Wales Hospital, Bridgend. This is part of an existing networking arrangement between the UHB's. The post wasintroduced to broaden the subspecialty service at both units and to provide sub specialist training to a high level and facilitate high quality research.
There is a weekly regional postgraduate teaching afternoon at Cardiff Eye Unit and sub-specialist teaching seminars.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will participate in - 6 Glaucoma clinics and 2 theatre sessions. A high degree of proficiency will be expected in general ophthalmology, phacoemulsification and a basic grounding in the sub-specialty concerned.
The Unit is fully equipped with all the facilities to be expected in a modernophthalmic unit including Argon and SLT/YAG and Diode lasers, B-scan,Humphrey Visual Field Machine, OCT, Optos retinal imaging, IOL Master 700 and Pentacam.
Excellent opportunities are available to pursue research, both those currently being undertaken in the Department and those of interest to the individual. An active program in glaucoma research at both the clinical and basic science level is conducted under the direction of Professor Morgan at the School of Optometry and Vision Sciences. State of the art imaging facilities exist using commercially available technologies (HRT/OCT) but also focused on the development of new imaging modalities (UHR-OCT/ adaptive optical systems) at the School of Optometry. Professor Morgan's group is engaged in study of glaucoma pathophysiology using a range of glaucoma models. Ms Ng lead clinical research projects in the treatment of glaucoma with a particular interest in angle closure glaucoma.
The Glaucoma Unit is fully digitalized with Open Eyes electronic medical records. Zeiss Forum is used for imaging data management. Specialist ophthalmic operating theatres are provided in 2 day case theatres.
About us
Cardiff and Vale University Health Boardis one of the largest Integrated Health Boards in the UK, employing over 15,000 staff, providing over 100 specialist services. Working across 6 hospital sites, we have a diverse range of career opportunities to offer. Serving around 500,000 people living in Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan, we are focussed on the health and care needs of our local population whilst working with our partners to develop regional services.Our mission isCaring for People, Keeping People Well,and our vision is that every person's chance of leading a healthy life should be equal. As an organisation we are unashamedly ambitious for our population's health, rising to the challenges of today and tomorrow through our 10-year strategy, Shaping our Future Wellbeing. We are contributing to a healthier Wales with great emphasis placed on innovation and improvement, learning from around the world and leading the way in clinical research. Partnership working is strong at Cardiff and Vale, and we work closely with our staff and our community.Cardiff, the thriving Welsh capital, is a fantastic city to live and work in with an abundance of sports, arts and cultural attractions. Situated to the west of Cardiff, the Vale of Glamorgan offers a combination of beautiful Welsh countryside and a dramatic natural coastline. Whether city life or rural living, Cardiff and the Vale offers the best of both worlds.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description which includes a detailed timetable of duties, secretarial support will also be provided.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description which includes a detailed timetable of duties, secretarial support will also be provided.
Person Specification
QUALIFICATIONS
Essential
- .FRCOphth or equivalent .Current GMC certificate .Training in Radiation Protection or agreement to attend next available course
Desirable
- .Intercalated Degree .MSc or PHD .Academic Excellence (Prizes, merits, distinctions etc.,)
PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE
Essential
- .Minimum 3 years postgraduate experience in hospital posts in Ophthalmology (SHO and Registrar equivalent)
Desirable
- .Special interest in Glaucoma
SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE , ABILITIES
Essential
- .Effective communication skills - Verbal and written .Up to date with current medical practices
Desirable
ATTIDUDE, APTITUDES PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS
Essential
- .Motivated and efficient .Able to relate to patients, staff and medical colleagues .Flexible, caring and hardworking .Ability to work as part of a team
ADDITIONAL CLINICAL EXPERIENCE
Essential
- Minimum 200 performed cataract operations
SPECIAL INTERESTS
Essential
- .Special interest in Glaucoma
Desirable
- .Research publications in peer reviewed journals
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Essential
- .Resident when on-call .Satisfactory immigration status for length of contract .Satisfactory Health Clearance .Satisfactory Police Clearance (if applicable)
Person Specification
QUALIFICATIONS
Essential
- .FRCOphth or equivalent .Current GMC certificate .Training in Radiation Protection or agreement to attend next available course
Desirable
- .Intercalated Degree .MSc or PHD .Academic Excellence (Prizes, merits, distinctions etc.,)
PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE
Essential
- .Minimum 3 years postgraduate experience in hospital posts in Ophthalmology (SHO and Registrar equivalent)
Desirable
- .Special interest in Glaucoma
SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE , ABILITIES
Essential
- .Effective communication skills - Verbal and written .Up to date with current medical practices
Desirable
ATTIDUDE, APTITUDES PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS
Essential
- .Motivated and efficient .Able to relate to patients, staff and medical colleagues .Flexible, caring and hardworking .Ability to work as part of a team
ADDITIONAL CLINICAL EXPERIENCE
Essential
- Minimum 200 performed cataract operations
SPECIAL INTERESTS
Essential
- .Special interest in Glaucoma
Desirable
- .Research publications in peer reviewed journals
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Essential
- .Resident when on-call .Satisfactory immigration status for length of contract .Satisfactory Health Clearance .Satisfactory Police Clearance (if applicable)
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).
