Job summary
This post is for a Consultant Neurologist to support and develop the highly specialist neuro-ophthalmology clinic, combining the fields of neurology and ophthalmology, and often dealing with complex systemic diseases that have manifestations in the visual system.
Main duties of the job
The post-holder will be responsible for Neuro-Ophthalmology clinics at St George's Moorfields sites. Duties will include but not be limited to: weekly outpatient Neuro-Ophthalmology clinics; advice, triage and assessment of urgent neuro-ophthalmology cases or inpatients. Development of remote neuro-ophthalmology clinics and carrying out disc clinic. Other associated admin work; attending neuro-radiology MDTs; liaising with neurologists/neurosurgeons/endocrinologists and others in the care of patients; supervising and training Fellows, Trainees and Allied Health Professionals; providing departmental teaching. Note there is no surgical component to this post.
All the services are fully supported by orthoptists.
About us
Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is the leading provider of eye health services in the UK and a world-class centre of excellence for ophthalmic research and education in the UK. We are a postgraduate teaching hospital with an international reputation for expertise in ophthalmic treatment managed by a Trust Board appointed by the Secretary of State.
The hospital is closely associated with the adjacent Institute of Ophthalmology (University College London) and this association fosters a unique mixture of teaching and research. Many of our clinicians are internationally renowned and have contributed extensively to the development of modern treatments.
We treat people over 30 sites in and around London and employ over 2,300 staff who are committed to sustaining and building on our pioneering legacy and ensuring we remain at the cutting edge of developments in ophthalmology. This means that we can provide more first-class care and treatment in the community, closer to where people live and work.
With our partners at the UCL Institute of Ophthalmology, we are a national and international centre for research into eye conditions and treatments, leading one of the strongest and most extensive ophthalmic research programmes in the world. Together, we have one of the highest measures of scientific productivity and impact in the world for eye research activity.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post is based at Moorfields at St Georges Hospital ( sessions related to Moorfields at Croydon Hospital may be discussed as additional sessions in time). There are 2.5 programmed activities (PAs) of which 2provide direct clinical care (DC) and 0.5 is for supporting professional activities (SPA).
The Neuro-Ophthalmology service at Moorfields South manages the diagnosis, investigation and treatment of patients with a wide range of neuro-ophthalmic conditions at both Moorfields St Georges and Moorfields Croydon. These patients often have sight- or life-threating diagnoses, including brain tumours. They require Consultant level input into most aspects of their care. There is a need for access to emergency Neuro-Ophthalmic assessment at both sites, across the week, including requests for assessment on neurology and neuro-surgery inpatients.
At both sites, the neuro-ophthalmology service is run in close collaboration with the departments of Neurology and Neurosurgery. The neurology and neuro-surgery department at St Georges is one of the largest in London, with 33 Consultants providing tertiary neuroscience care to a regional population of approximately 3 million in South West London, Surrey and Sussex. St Georges also houses the Regional Head Injury Service and Hyper Acute Stroke Unit, providing specialist stroke services to the population of South West London.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post is based at Moorfields at St Georges Hospital ( sessions related to Moorfields at Croydon Hospital may be discussed as additional sessions in time). There are 2.5 programmed activities (PAs) of which 2provide direct clinical care (DC) and 0.5 is for supporting professional activities (SPA).
The Neuro-Ophthalmology service at Moorfields South manages the diagnosis, investigation and treatment of patients with a wide range of neuro-ophthalmic conditions at both Moorfields St Georges and Moorfields Croydon. These patients often have sight- or life-threating diagnoses, including brain tumours. They require Consultant level input into most aspects of their care. There is a need for access to emergency Neuro-Ophthalmic assessment at both sites, across the week, including requests for assessment on neurology and neuro-surgery inpatients.
At both sites, the neuro-ophthalmology service is run in close collaboration with the departments of Neurology and Neurosurgery. The neurology and neuro-surgery department at St Georges is one of the largest in London, with 33 Consultants providing tertiary neuroscience care to a regional population of approximately 3 million in South West London, Surrey and Sussex. St Georges also houses the Regional Head Injury Service and Hyper Acute Stroke Unit, providing specialist stroke services to the population of South West London.
Person Specification
Education & Qualifications
Essential
- MRCPH (UK) or postgraduate medical qualification
- CCT in Ophthalmology or equivalent (or be within 6 months of CCT date).
- Be on or eligible for the GMC specialist register, or be within 6 months of entry.
- Full GMC Registration (with a 'Licence to Practise').
Desirable
- Higher Degree (e.g. MD or PhD).
Further Training and Knowledge
Essential
- One year of fellowship training in Neuro-ophthalmology or equivalent subspecialist experience, with experience in management of neuro-ophthalmic conditions such as raised intracranial pressure, neuromuscular conditions, neuroinflammation.
- Be near to OR completed Higher Specialist Training in Ophthalmology.
- Should have received training in clinical supervision as defined by the GMC.
Desirable
- Experience at Consultant level in neuro-ophthalmology
- Has links to a tertiary neurosciences centre
- Have received training in educational supervision as defined by the GMC.
Skills & Ability
Essential
- Audit and research skills
- Excellent teaching & presentation skills
- Ability to lead & coordinate teams.
- Demonstrable competence in Neurology in a tertiary neurosciences centre setting
Desirable
- Management skills & experience.
Experience
Essential
- Subspecialty Fellowship in Neuro-Ophthalmology or equivalent
- Involvement in clinical leadership roles such a participation in QIPP projects & service improvement projects.
Desirable
- Multidisciplinary teaching experience
- Clinical leadership and management experience in developing and delivering new services and educational programmes
Person Specification
Education & Qualifications
Essential
- MRCPH (UK) or postgraduate medical qualification
- CCT in Ophthalmology or equivalent (or be within 6 months of CCT date).
- Be on or eligible for the GMC specialist register, or be within 6 months of entry.
- Full GMC Registration (with a 'Licence to Practise').
Desirable
- Higher Degree (e.g. MD or PhD).
Further Training and Knowledge
Essential
- One year of fellowship training in Neuro-ophthalmology or equivalent subspecialist experience, with experience in management of neuro-ophthalmic conditions such as raised intracranial pressure, neuromuscular conditions, neuroinflammation.
- Be near to OR completed Higher Specialist Training in Ophthalmology.
- Should have received training in clinical supervision as defined by the GMC.
Desirable
- Experience at Consultant level in neuro-ophthalmology
- Has links to a tertiary neurosciences centre
- Have received training in educational supervision as defined by the GMC.
Skills & Ability
Essential
- Audit and research skills
- Excellent teaching & presentation skills
- Ability to lead & coordinate teams.
- Demonstrable competence in Neurology in a tertiary neurosciences centre setting
Desirable
- Management skills & experience.
Experience
Essential
- Subspecialty Fellowship in Neuro-Ophthalmology or equivalent
- Involvement in clinical leadership roles such a participation in QIPP projects & service improvement projects.
Desirable
- Multidisciplinary teaching experience
- Clinical leadership and management experience in developing and delivering new services and educational programmes
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).
