Job summary
Acute and General Ophthalmology Fellow
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Fellow in general and acute ophthalmology, cataract and either external diseases, glaucoma or medical retina to join our teams in Moorfields South. This role will give the successful applicant the opportunity to gain experience in general and acute ophthalmology at a teaching hospital , as well as access to the teaching and resources of Moorfields City Road and to participate on the South West Thames Regional Oncall Rota. The successful candidate will also be able to be timetabled to a Moorfields subspecialty clinic of their choosing where possible.
You should have achieved an MBBS and FRCOphth/ MRCOphth or equivalent and have registration with the General Medical Council. Full details of the post and the requirements are found in the job description and person specification.
All doctors are responsible to maintain a portfolio of their career over the last 5 years in order to satisfy GMC Revalidation criteria. If successful, you will be required to bring along your supporting information portfolio including recent appraisals documents when joining the Trust.
Main duties of the job
Main duties
- Diagnosis and management of in/outpatients- Management of urgent cases presenting at any time during the week.- Supervision of junior medical staff and participation in informal and formal teaching.- There will be opportunities for undertaking research and audit.- Participation in a 1:9 on-call rota
About us
At Moorfields, we provide more than just an excellent career and great colleagues to work with. We also offer:
- Salary including High-Cost Area Supplement
- Opportunity to join the NHS Pension Scheme
- Free 24/7 independent counselling service
- Learning and development opportunities
- Easy and quick transport links
- A range of attractive benefits and discounts
- Access to Blue Light Card and other NHS Discount Schemes
- Free Pilates classes
- Full support and training to develop your skills
- Flexible working friendly organization
And so much more! To see the full range of benefits we offer please see our Moorfields benefits document.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This is a one year fixed-term full-time clinical fellowship post with 8 clinical sessions and 2 admin/study sessions. The fellowship includes clinic activity in cataract, urgent care and general ophthalmology, and a specialty service aligned to experience and interest which includes either Cornea or Medical Retina.
They will take part in the diagnosis, management and follow-up of general ophthalmology patients. The clinical sessions will be based at Moorfields at St Georges Hospital (and if needed Nelson Hospital, Wimbledon or QueenMarys Hospital, Roehampton).
Job description
Job responsibilities
This is a one year fixed-term full-time clinical fellowship post with 8 clinical sessions and 2 admin/study sessions. The fellowship includes clinic activity in cataract, urgent care and general ophthalmology, and a specialty service aligned to experience and interest which includes either Cornea or Medical Retina.
They will take part in the diagnosis, management and follow-up of general ophthalmology patients. The clinical sessions will be based at Moorfields at St Georges Hospital (and if needed Nelson Hospital, Wimbledon or QueenMarys Hospital, Roehampton).
Person Specification
Education / Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent
- FRCOphth or MRCOphth or equivalent
- Have, or be eligible for, GMC registration
- Ability to communicate in English verbally and in writing
Experience
Essential
- Experience in general ophthalmology
- Experience working in acute ophthalmology setting
Desirable
- Experience of clinical audit
Knowledge
Essential
- Completion of Specialist Ophthalmology training, or equivalent
- Broad knowledge of general ophthalmology
Desirable
- Research training/ experience
Person Specification
Education / Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent
- FRCOphth or MRCOphth or equivalent
- Have, or be eligible for, GMC registration
- Ability to communicate in English verbally and in writing
Experience
Essential
- Experience in general ophthalmology
- Experience working in acute ophthalmology setting
Desirable
- Experience of clinical audit
Knowledge
Essential
- Completion of Specialist Ophthalmology training, or equivalent
- Broad knowledge of general ophthalmology
Desirable
- Research training/ experience
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).
