Job summary
Current GMC registration and previous experience in Ophthalmology in the UK Required
We are seeking
a highly motivated Medical Retina Fellow to join the Ophthalmology Directorate
at Sunderland Eye Infirmary part of South Tyneside & Sunderland NHS
Foundation Trust. As a leading regional centre with a strong track record in
clinical excellence, innovation and research, our Medical Retina service
continues to expand to meet growing demand across the North East. This
fellowship offers an exceptional opportunity to work within a highvolume,
specialist environment delivering care to patients with complex retinal
conditions, including AMD, diabetic eye disease and vein occlusions.
You will join a
large, collaborative team of medical retina and vitreoretinal consultants,
specialist nurses, optometrists and imaging colleagues. The post provides handson
experience in the assessment and management of medical retina patients,
supported by access to advanced imaging technology and one of the busiest
macular units in the country. The role also provides opportunities for
involvement in teaching, audit and our active retinal research portfolio.
You need to have Completed MRCOphth or equivalent, full general Ophthalmology experiences are
essential. Applicants should have evidence of ongoing professional development
with good interpersonal and communication skills.
Contact details
for job related candidate queries
Name: Mr Ajay
Kotagiri
Phone:
01915699954
Email:
ajay.kotagiri@nhs.net
Main duties of the job
There are so many
reasons to join our team at Sunderland Eye Infirmary. Aside from our fantastic
staff, we have lots of exciting things going on. Work on our New Eye Hospital in
Sunderland is nearing completion; the new hospital means Sunderland will remain
home to the regions only dedicated standalone eye hospital. It will strengthen
our excellent reputation across the NHS, both regionally and nationally as a
centre of excellence for ophthalmology care.
As one of the few
specialist eye hospitals in the country, research and using developing
technology is a key part of our work. We encourage innovation and research in
everything we do. There is always something to get involved in. If you share
our vision for 'excellence in all that we do', wed love you to join us!
We are delighted to be able to offer an
opportunity for a highly motivated, ambitious individual to join our integrated
Ophthalmology team as a Speciality Doctor specialising
in Medical Retina. The Medical retina department consists 6 wte consultants
including VR and Medical Retina. The hospital is fully equipped with modern
imaging cameras and also has the ability to perform Electro Diagnostic testing
in house with referralto the regional lab
if needed. There is a newly acquired B-Scan Ultrasound machine with specialist
ultrasound clinics running once a week. The department also has a pattern Argon
laser machine as well as Heyex2.
About us
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One Team One Trust - There are many reasons to work at our Trust. From our commitment to putting people first to our accessible services and award winning teams. We have a passion for research, innovation and tackling inequalities. We are committed to respect, fairness and civility and promote a compassionate, caring and positive culture / working environment.
We welcome all applications irrespective of peoples race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, religion/belief, age, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity and in particular those from under- represented groups. Looking after our workforces health and wellbeing is a priority for us. We also provide access to high quality education, training, career progression and support. Flexible working is supported via our Flexible Working Policy.
The Trust employs around 8,746 people and provides a range of hospital services to a local community of around 430,000 residents. We also provide a range of more specialised services outside this area. We offer our staff outstanding benefits - Fitness Centre (SRH), libraries at both hospital sites, chaplaincy support and access to a Care Co-ordinator to help staff with childcare arrangements.If you use AI,
and it poses a risk to the integrity of your individual recruitment process, we
may withdraw your application at any stage of the process.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached Job Description for full details
Support the current Consultants in keeping within the Trust
targets for new patients and to continue to achieve 18 weeks RTT
To support the Current Consultants in keeping within the NPSA
Directive for review patients
(http://www.npsa.nhs.uk/corporate/news/delayed-appointments-can-lead-to-blindness-npsa-report/)
avoiding cancelled follow-ups.
To maintain the high levels of patient satisfaction in the
unit by helping to provide a Consultant led service.
To support the current Consultants in the medical and
surgical management of medical retina and Glaucoma patients. To audit outcomes
and compare to the standards currently being set.
To help with teaching and training of junior doctors,
optometrists, ophthalmic nurses and medical students.
To actively participate in service development within the
sub-speciality and across the entire Ophthalmology unit
The post will involve outpatient clinics or sessions at
Sunderland Eye Infirmary Outpatients department composed of one clinical
session of four hours. The location of the clinic is open to discussion
according to the needs of the service and the applicant.
Post-holders are encouraged to attend internal CPD held in
the Ophthalmology Department.
There are four sessions of work
available per week
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached Job Description for full details
Support the current Consultants in keeping within the Trust
targets for new patients and to continue to achieve 18 weeks RTT
To support the Current Consultants in keeping within the NPSA
Directive for review patients
(http://www.npsa.nhs.uk/corporate/news/delayed-appointments-can-lead-to-blindness-npsa-report/)
avoiding cancelled follow-ups.
To maintain the high levels of patient satisfaction in the
unit by helping to provide a Consultant led service.
To support the current Consultants in the medical and
surgical management of medical retina and Glaucoma patients. To audit outcomes
and compare to the standards currently being set.
To help with teaching and training of junior doctors,
optometrists, ophthalmic nurses and medical students.
To actively participate in service development within the
sub-speciality and across the entire Ophthalmology unit
The post will involve outpatient clinics or sessions at
Sunderland Eye Infirmary Outpatients department composed of one clinical
session of four hours. The location of the clinic is open to discussion
according to the needs of the service and the applicant.
Post-holders are encouraged to attend internal CPD held in
the Ophthalmology Department.
There are four sessions of work
available per week
Person Specification
Audit & Research
Essential
- Ability to apply research outcomes to clinical practice.
- Involvement in quality improvement measures.
- Ability to undertake multi-disciplinary audit / audit in specialty area.
- Good presentation skills.
Desirable
- Experience of clinical research.
- Undertaken research with published papers in refereed journals.
Qualifications
Essential
- Primary medical qualification
- Full GMC registration and licence to practice.
Teaching & Education
Essential
- Ability to teach clinical / technical / practical skills.
Desirable
- Experience of supervising junior medical staff.
- Experience of participation in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching.
Experience
Essential
- General Practice experience.
- General Practice Training.
- Able to perform full Ophthalmic examination including slit lamp examination and indirect ophthalmoscopy.
- Able to interpret ophthalmic imaging and visual fields.
Desirable
- Previous Ophthalmology experience.
- Post graduate Ophthalmology training.
- Knowledge of local primary care.
Management & Administration Experience
Essential
- Understanding of the NHS, Clinical Governance process and resource issues.
Desirable
- Evidence of management and administration experience and understanding management goals.
- Evidence of organisational, management and time management skills.
- Management course and / or certificate.
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Alignment with the Trust core values and behaviours.
- Flexible approach to service delivery and committed approach to development.
- Committed to share in professional, managerial and teaching responsibilities necessary to fulfil the obligations of the Directorate, to the Trust and its workforce.
- Ability to communicate effectively with patients, relatives and healthcare workers and other agencies
- Evidence of understanding of and adherence to principles of Good Medical Practice set out by the GMC.
Person Specification
Audit & Research
Essential
- Ability to apply research outcomes to clinical practice.
- Involvement in quality improvement measures.
- Ability to undertake multi-disciplinary audit / audit in specialty area.
- Good presentation skills.
Desirable
- Experience of clinical research.
- Undertaken research with published papers in refereed journals.
Qualifications
Essential
- Primary medical qualification
- Full GMC registration and licence to practice.
Teaching & Education
Essential
- Ability to teach clinical / technical / practical skills.
Desirable
- Experience of supervising junior medical staff.
- Experience of participation in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching.
Experience
Essential
- General Practice experience.
- General Practice Training.
- Able to perform full Ophthalmic examination including slit lamp examination and indirect ophthalmoscopy.
- Able to interpret ophthalmic imaging and visual fields.
Desirable
- Previous Ophthalmology experience.
- Post graduate Ophthalmology training.
- Knowledge of local primary care.
Management & Administration Experience
Essential
- Understanding of the NHS, Clinical Governance process and resource issues.
Desirable
- Evidence of management and administration experience and understanding management goals.
- Evidence of organisational, management and time management skills.
- Management course and / or certificate.
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Alignment with the Trust core values and behaviours.
- Flexible approach to service delivery and committed approach to development.
- Committed to share in professional, managerial and teaching responsibilities necessary to fulfil the obligations of the Directorate, to the Trust and its workforce.
- Ability to communicate effectively with patients, relatives and healthcare workers and other agencies
- Evidence of understanding of and adherence to principles of Good Medical Practice set out by the GMC.
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).
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