Job summary
fIXED TERM appointment for service (STRH LEVEL) covering a training post in Ophthalmology
Applicants are invited for the post of Fixed Term Appointment (STRH) covering a Training Post in Ophthalmology at the University Hospital of Wales to commence as soon as possible and is until 4th February 2025 Please note that in addition to the essential qualifications given in the attached person specification,
The post is European Working Time Directive and New Deal compliant and attracts a supplementary payment for out-of-hours work at Band 2B
Main duties of the job
Applications are invited for the post of FTSA STRH level in the department of Ophthalmology, based at University Hospital of Wales (Cardiff) and Princess of Wales Hospital (Bridgend) to commence on the below date periods:
as soon as possible and is until 4th February 2024
About us
Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is one of the largest Integrated Health Boards in the UK, employing over 17,000 staff, providing over 100 specialist services. Working across 6 hospital sites, we have a diverse range of career opportunities to offer. Serving over 500,000 people living in Cardiff and the Vale, we are focussed on the health and care needs of our local population whilst working with our partners to develop regional services. Together we are committed to improving health outcomes for everyone, delivering excellent care and support.
Our mission is "Living Well, Caring Well, Working Together", and our vision is that every person's chance of leading a healthy life should be equal. Our 10-year transformation and improvement strategy, Shaping Our Future Wellbeing, is our chance to work collaboratively with the public and our workforce to make our health board more sustainable for the future.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents.
Person Specification
English
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent Medical Qualification
- success in part 1 FRCOphth examination
- At least 24 months of experience in Ophthalmology not including foundation modules
- Clinical knowledge and capacity to apply sound clinical judgement
- Capacity to manage time and information
- Demonstrate initiative and resilience to cope with setbacks and rapidly changing cirucmstances
Desirable
- Evidence of relevant academic and research achievements, e.g degrees, prizes, awards, distinctions, publications, presentations, other achievements
- Evidence of ability to perform ophthalmic procedures
- Able to demonstrate evidence of delivery of teaching, including feedback
Person Specification
English
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent Medical Qualification
- success in part 1 FRCOphth examination
- At least 24 months of experience in Ophthalmology not including foundation modules
- Clinical knowledge and capacity to apply sound clinical judgement
- Capacity to manage time and information
- Demonstrate initiative and resilience to cope with setbacks and rapidly changing cirucmstances
Desirable
- Evidence of relevant academic and research achievements, e.g degrees, prizes, awards, distinctions, publications, presentations, other achievements
- Evidence of ability to perform ophthalmic procedures
- Able to demonstrate evidence of delivery of teaching, including feedback
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
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).
