Job summary
Fellowship in Ophthalmic Anaesthesia and Day Case surgery, Moorfields Eye Hospital
Applications are welcomed for the post of senior clinical fellow in ophthalmic anaesthesia.
The post is full-time for 6 months in the first instance, with start date to be decided mutually.
This is an opportunity to gain experience in day case surgery and TIVA, whilst covering all aspects of ophthalmic anaesthesia. These include advanced sedation, paediatric day case surgery and local anaesthetic techniques.A substantial amount of paediatric work takes place at Moorfields & consequently there will be many occasions for managing the care ofchildren as young as 4 weeks. Time for non-clinical work such as research and quality improvement, can be factored in.
The anaesthetic service has 18 Anaesthetists and up to 6 junior staff.
If you would like more information prior to applying, please contact: Dr Mariepi Manolis, College Tutor, Moorfields Eye Hospital mariepi.manoliscylwik@nhs.net Tel: 020 7253 3411 ext 2026
Main duties of the job
The post-holder will be expected to undertake approximately eight sessions per week; the number to be allocated to research or clinical commitments is to be by mutual agreement - usually at least one day a week is put aside for non-clinical activity. Although the clinical sessions will be fixed in time, their content will be flexible to reflect the needs of the department. It is anticipated that the post-holder will join the ST on-call rota.
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 forophthalmic research and education. We have a reputation, developed over two centuries, for providing the highest quality of ophthalmic care. Our2,300 staff are committed to sustaining and building on our pioneering legacy and ensuring we remain at the cutting edge of developments inophthalmology.
Moorfields has contracts with more than 80 primary care trusts across the country, making us a truly national centre for eye care.
We have recently completed the development for our 10-year clinical strategy - Our Vision of Excellence, which continues to develop ournetworked model of service delivery for hospital and community based care.
Job description
Job responsibilities
We are a supportive and friendly department of 18 consultants including College examiners, medical examiners, members of national committees and guidelines groups.
We are committed and to ensuring that our Fellows get their most out of their post and will endeavour to welcome you into the team.
- 6 month rotation at Moorfields Eye Hospital, which is a specialist NHS ophthalmic hospital, providing care for all ophthalmic subspecialties
- We operate on a day case model for surgery, doing in excess of 35,000 patients a year. Anaesthesia is provided for all forms of ophthalmic surgery resulting in a case mix which is unique in the United Kingdom.
- A substantial amount of paediatric work takes place at Moorfields & consequently there will be many occasions for managing the care of children as young as 4 weeks.
- You will be allocated to a variety of lists with emphasis on paediatric lists, where TIVA is the anaesthetic of choice
- 1 day per week can be allocated to non-clinical activities, which will assist with completion of Generic Professional Capabilities
- You will be part of the on-call rota, approx. 1 in 4 or 5, with no overnight duties. Weekend on call shifts are 08:30 18:00.
- You will carry theresuscitations bleep as per rota
Job description
Job responsibilities
We are a supportive and friendly department of 18 consultants including College examiners, medical examiners, members of national committees and guidelines groups.
We are committed and to ensuring that our Fellows get their most out of their post and will endeavour to welcome you into the team.
- 6 month rotation at Moorfields Eye Hospital, which is a specialist NHS ophthalmic hospital, providing care for all ophthalmic subspecialties
- We operate on a day case model for surgery, doing in excess of 35,000 patients a year. Anaesthesia is provided for all forms of ophthalmic surgery resulting in a case mix which is unique in the United Kingdom.
- A substantial amount of paediatric work takes place at Moorfields & consequently there will be many occasions for managing the care of children as young as 4 weeks.
- You will be allocated to a variety of lists with emphasis on paediatric lists, where TIVA is the anaesthetic of choice
- 1 day per week can be allocated to non-clinical activities, which will assist with completion of Generic Professional Capabilities
- You will be part of the on-call rota, approx. 1 in 4 or 5, with no overnight duties. Weekend on call shifts are 08:30 18:00.
- You will carry theresuscitations bleep as per rota
Person Specification
Education/ Qualifications
Essential
- Full GMC registration with licence to practise
- ALS
Desirable
Experience & Knowledge
Essential
- Wide experience in anaesthesia
- Knowledge of Audit methodology
Desirable
- Ophthalmic Anaesthesia including local anaesthesia
- Research experience/ Research methodology Course
Skills/abilities
Essential
- Skills in day case anaesthesia
- Skills in anaesthesia of the elderly
- Skills in paediatric anaesthesia
Desirable
- Experience +/- qualifications in teaching
- Confidence in working independently
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Excellent team working skills
- Excellent communication skills
- Leadership skills
Desirable
- Interest in ophthalmic anaesthesia
- Capability in managing others
Person Specification
Education/ Qualifications
Essential
- Full GMC registration with licence to practise
- ALS
Desirable
Experience & Knowledge
Essential
- Wide experience in anaesthesia
- Knowledge of Audit methodology
Desirable
- Ophthalmic Anaesthesia including local anaesthesia
- Research experience/ Research methodology Course
Skills/abilities
Essential
- Skills in day case anaesthesia
- Skills in anaesthesia of the elderly
- Skills in paediatric anaesthesia
Desirable
- Experience +/- qualifications in teaching
- Confidence in working independently
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Excellent team working skills
- Excellent communication skills
- Leadership skills
Desirable
- Interest in ophthalmic anaesthesia
- Capability in managing others
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).
