Job summary
The Department of Eye Pathology at Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust has been successful in obtaining funding for a 6-month locum for a supervised Training post in Ophthalmic Pathology, in 2025. This is an exciting opportunity for a Senior Registrar or Junior Consultant in Pathology to do a 'deep dive' into eye pathology in a supportive environment in a national centre of excellence.
The DEP is part of the National Specialist Ophthalmic Pathology Service (NSOPS)), comprising 4 centres, and funded by NHSE Highly Specialised Services (HSS).
The DEP receives a wide range of Ophthalmic samples, including eyelid, conjunctival, intraocular and ocular adnexal lesions - providing a local, supraregional & international referral service, receiving approx.4500 specimens each year.
The current Ophthalmic pathologists are highly experienced diagnosticians and will provide a supportive educational environment for the Trainee. They are active participants in the British Association of Ophthalmic Pathologists (BAOP) and in the annual External Quality Assessments (EQA).
This is a unique full-time training locum post offering 10 Programmed Activities for the duration of 6 months. There is no formal on-call or weekend working commitment.
It is expected that the post-holder will provide high quality diagnostic ophthalmic pathology reporting, in preparation for ultimate independent reporting, and will be supervised by the current experienced Consultant staff.
Main duties of the job
Diagnostic clinical service
Duties include:
Performing, supervising and evaluating macroscopic dissection of ophthalmic pathology specimens.
Generating preparatory reports on diagnostic cases, to be presented to Consultant staff for joint sign off, with the view of ultimate independent reporting.
Referring cases externally for opinions and ancillary investigations as needed, and integrating the information received with the original diagnostic report.
Communicating with patient-facing clinical- and other colleagues, as need arises.
Attending relevant multidisciplinary team (MDT) meetings (virtually and/or in person), including preparation and follow-up.
Contribute to and undertake IQC and relevant clinical audits as needed.
Working in line with relevant health and safety processes.
Work with the laboratory manager to deliver and improve the service.
Participation and input in the National Service Ophthalmic Pathology (NSOPS) meetings and duties
Engaging with service users to bring business to the department
Participation in local and national service improvement projects,
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 organisation
And so much more! To see the full range of benefits we offer please see our Moorfields benefits document.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Professional development
Duties include:
Undertaking relevant Continuous professional development (CPD) and similar activities as they arise.
Maintaining knowledge of current practice by reading, courses etc.
Participating in the Ophthalmic Pathology National External Quality Assurance Scheme (NEQAS) as well as any other relevant EQA schemes
Participating in the British Association for Ophthalmic Pathology (BAOP) annual meetings.
Undertaking annual appraisal.
Research, teaching and audit
The post holder may have an honorary or associate appointment at the UCL Institute of Ophthalmology, depending on research and teaching activities.
Duties include:
As appropriate, teaching of staff in the Department of Eye Pathology, colleagues from University College Londons Institute of Ophthalmology and Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and visitors from other sites.
Research support and collaborations as mutually agreed between the post holder and other parties
Participating in the Department of Eye Pathologys service audits.
The post holder may sometimes take on additional roles outside the scope of this job description. Examples include Course Lead (educational). Such extra roles will be described separately.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Professional development
Duties include:
Undertaking relevant Continuous professional development (CPD) and similar activities as they arise.
Maintaining knowledge of current practice by reading, courses etc.
Participating in the Ophthalmic Pathology National External Quality Assurance Scheme (NEQAS) as well as any other relevant EQA schemes
Participating in the British Association for Ophthalmic Pathology (BAOP) annual meetings.
Undertaking annual appraisal.
Research, teaching and audit
The post holder may have an honorary or associate appointment at the UCL Institute of Ophthalmology, depending on research and teaching activities.
Duties include:
As appropriate, teaching of staff in the Department of Eye Pathology, colleagues from University College Londons Institute of Ophthalmology and Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and visitors from other sites.
Research support and collaborations as mutually agreed between the post holder and other parties
Participating in the Department of Eye Pathologys service audits.
The post holder may sometimes take on additional roles outside the scope of this job description. Examples include Course Lead (educational). Such extra roles will be described separately.
Person Specification
Education / Qualifications
Essential
- RCPath or equivalent qualification.
Desirable
- Sponsorship for acquisition/attainment of GMC Registration (with a 'Licence to Practise').
- Higher Degree/Qualification (e.g., CertLRS, MSc, MD or PhD).
Experience
Essential
- Senior Registrar Level Experience in diagnostic pathology, including macroscopic and microscopic preparation and assessment.
- Preparation of cases for Multidisciplinary Tumour Board meetings (MDTs)
- Active involvement in Service Improvement and Audit
- Experience of teaching at postgraduate levels.
Desirable
- Should have received training in educational supervision, as defined by the GMC.
- Experience in digital pathology and photography of microscopic slides or macroscopic images for MDT preparation
Knowledge
Essential
- Audit & research skills
- Commitment to the provision of a quality service.
- Ability to work under pressure
- Commitment to staff development
- Reliable work record and work ethic
Desirable
- Some experience of peer-reviewed scientific clinical journals.
Skills/abilities
Essential
- Confidence in the macroscopic assessment and cut-up of a wide range of surgical samples
- Good communication skills
Desirable
- Experience in digital pathology and photography of microscopic slides or images for MDT
Personal qualities
Essential
- Ability to work as part of a team or on own initiative within a changing environment.
- Self-motivated
Person Specification
Education / Qualifications
Essential
- RCPath or equivalent qualification.
Desirable
- Sponsorship for acquisition/attainment of GMC Registration (with a 'Licence to Practise').
- Higher Degree/Qualification (e.g., CertLRS, MSc, MD or PhD).
Experience
Essential
- Senior Registrar Level Experience in diagnostic pathology, including macroscopic and microscopic preparation and assessment.
- Preparation of cases for Multidisciplinary Tumour Board meetings (MDTs)
- Active involvement in Service Improvement and Audit
- Experience of teaching at postgraduate levels.
Desirable
- Should have received training in educational supervision, as defined by the GMC.
- Experience in digital pathology and photography of microscopic slides or macroscopic images for MDT preparation
Knowledge
Essential
- Audit & research skills
- Commitment to the provision of a quality service.
- Ability to work under pressure
- Commitment to staff development
- Reliable work record and work ethic
Desirable
- Some experience of peer-reviewed scientific clinical journals.
Skills/abilities
Essential
- Confidence in the macroscopic assessment and cut-up of a wide range of surgical samples
- Good communication skills
Desirable
- Experience in digital pathology and photography of microscopic slides or images for MDT
Personal qualities
Essential
- Ability to work as part of a team or on own initiative within a changing environment.
- Self-motivated
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).
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).
