Job summary
The post-holder forms part of a team of 14 Consultants supported by an Associate Specialist (1), Clinical Fellows (6), and specialist trainees (5).
The post is a 12 month Cornea and Oculoplastics fellowship that can be extended up to two years. The post is based at Whipps Cross University Hospital and provides the opportunity to work with Consultants specialising in Cornea, Oculoplastics and Cataract. The timetable includes a variety of corneal and oculoplastic clinics with theatre sessions in both sub-specialties each week. There is monthly combined surgery with ENT to provide endonasal lacrimal surgery.
There is a 1:8 first on-call commitment and a busy eye casualty session.
Main duties of the job
Attend sub-specialty clinics (Cornea and oculoplastics)Perform out-patient proceduresAttend eye casualty servicesPerform ophthalmic surgeryManage eye emergencies including on-call duties (1:8)Vetting of ophthalmology referralsParticipation in clinical trials (recruitment, trial treatments, data collection etc) and trainingTo support the Cornea and Oculoplastics serviceTo gain exposure in surgery including anterior segment, oculoplastic and lacrimal surgery and experience in cataract surgeryTo participate in audit, teaching, research and clinical trialsThe job description is not intended to be exhaustive, and it is likely that duties may be altered from time to time in the light of changing circumstances and after consultation with the post-holder. The post-holder accepts that he/she will also perform duties in occasional emergencies and unforeseen circumstances at the request of the Ophthalmology Clinical Lead.
About us
The Barts Health group of NHS hospitals is entering an exciting new era on our improvement journey to becoming an outstanding organisation with a world-class clinical reputation. Having lifted ourselves out of special measures, we now have the impetus and breathing space to chart a fresh course in which we are continually striving to improve all our services for patients.
Our vision is to be a high-performing group of NHS hospitals, renowned for excellence and innovation, and providing safe and compassionate care to our patients in east London and beyond. That means being a provider of excellent patient safety, known for delivering consistently high standards of harm-free care and always caring for patients in the right place at the right time. It also means being an outstanding place to work, in which our WeCare values and behaviours are visible to all and guide us in how we work together.
We strive to live by our WeCare values and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We value our differences and fully advocate, cultivate and support an inclusive working environment where staff treat one another with dignity and respect. We aim to create an equitable working environment where every individual can fulfil their potential.
Barts Health supports the Pregnancy Loss Pledge and commits to supporting their staff through the distress of miscarriage.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the job description and person specification for the main responsibilities of this role.
Please be advised that the vacancy advertisement may close early if a sufficient number of applications are received therefore, we recommend that you submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the job description and person specification for the main responsibilities of this role.
Please be advised that the vacancy advertisement may close early if a sufficient number of applications are received therefore, we recommend that you submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Knowledge
Essential
- CCT, FRCOphth, MRCOphth or equivalent
Desirable
- Fellowship in Cornea, Cataract or Oculoplastics
Experience
Essential
- Wide experience and fully competent in cataract surgery
- Experience with general, acute and primary care ophthalmology
- Good knowledge of cornea, anterior segment and oculoplastics
Desirable
- Publications in peer reviewed journals in the field of Ophthalmology
- Higher degree MD/PhD in Ophthalmology
Skills
Essential
- Teaching Skills: Record of teaching at under and post graduate levels
- Clinical Governance: Record of completed audit projects
- An understanding of clinical governance and the application to ophthalmology
- IT Skills: Competent in the use of Electronic patient records systems
Desirable
- Evidence of multi-disciplinary teaching
- Research experience: Papers in peer reviewed journals
- Participation in clinical trials
Personal and People Development
Essential
- Team player
- Flexible
- Patient focused
- Reliable
- Committed
Desirable
Specific Requirement
Essential
- Participate in on-call rota
Communication
Essential
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Desirable
- Course/training in communication skills
Person Specification
Qualifications and Knowledge
Essential
- CCT, FRCOphth, MRCOphth or equivalent
Desirable
- Fellowship in Cornea, Cataract or Oculoplastics
Experience
Essential
- Wide experience and fully competent in cataract surgery
- Experience with general, acute and primary care ophthalmology
- Good knowledge of cornea, anterior segment and oculoplastics
Desirable
- Publications in peer reviewed journals in the field of Ophthalmology
- Higher degree MD/PhD in Ophthalmology
Skills
Essential
- Teaching Skills: Record of teaching at under and post graduate levels
- Clinical Governance: Record of completed audit projects
- An understanding of clinical governance and the application to ophthalmology
- IT Skills: Competent in the use of Electronic patient records systems
Desirable
- Evidence of multi-disciplinary teaching
- Research experience: Papers in peer reviewed journals
- Participation in clinical trials
Personal and People Development
Essential
- Team player
- Flexible
- Patient focused
- Reliable
- Committed
Desirable
Specific Requirement
Essential
- Participate in on-call rota
Communication
Essential
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Desirable
- Course/training in communication skills
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).
