Job summary
Applications are invited for this Fellowship post specialising in Strabismus and Paediatric Ophthalmology. There are two posts available with a prospective start date of 1st August 2025.
Applicants are required to hold FRCOphth or equivalent and be registered with the General Medical Council.
The post is based at the Moorfields' City Road site but requires travel to Moorfields Satellite sites at Ealing and Northwick Park Hospital on a rotational basis. The post provides exposure to adult Strabismus and Paediatric ophthalmology outpatient clinics, Theatre operating lists, Toxin outpatient clinics and children's A+E. Example timetables are enclosed, but these will be subject to change depending on service requirements.
Main duties of the job
Provide High Quality Care to Patients
- The post holder must be medically qualified and maintain GMC specialist registration and hold a licence to practice
- To develop and maintain the competencies required to carry out the duties required of the post.
- To ensure prompt attendance at agreed direct clinical care Programmed Activities.
- To ensure patients are involved in decisions about their care and to respond to their views.
- Participate in clinical audit and incident reporting
- To ensure clinical guidelines and protocols are adhered to
- To work collaboratively with all members of the multi-disciplinary team
- Adhere to Trust/departmental guidelines on leave including reporting absence.
The post covers adult Strabismus and Paediatric ophthalmology outpatient clinics, Theatre operating lists, Toxin outpatient clinics and children's A+E.
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
The successful applicants will be exposed to a wide range of all types of ocular motility disorder and appropriate surgery. There will be wide exposure to paediatric ophthalmology including the management and treatment of retinopathy of prematurity, paediatric cataract, paediatric neuro-ophthalmology and paediatric retinal and genetic diseases.
There is extensive experience of adult motility including the use of botulinum toxin.
Some clinical sessions will take place at the Moorfields Satellite sites based outside City Road. The timetable is comprised of 8 direct clinical care sessions and 2 study / admin sessions across a Monday to Friday working week.
Full detailed job description and person specification is included.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The successful applicants will be exposed to a wide range of all types of ocular motility disorder and appropriate surgery. There will be wide exposure to paediatric ophthalmology including the management and treatment of retinopathy of prematurity, paediatric cataract, paediatric neuro-ophthalmology and paediatric retinal and genetic diseases.
There is extensive experience of adult motility including the use of botulinum toxin.
Some clinical sessions will take place at the Moorfields Satellite sites based outside City Road. The timetable is comprised of 8 direct clinical care sessions and 2 study / admin sessions across a Monday to Friday working week.
Full detailed job description and person specification is included.
Person Specification
EDUCATION & QUALIFICATIONS
Essential
- FRCOphth or MRCP or equivalent
- CCT in Ophthalmology or equivalent ophthalmic training (or be within 6 months of CCT date).
- Full GMC Registration (with a 'Licence to Practise').
- Be on or eligible for the GMC specialist register
Desirable
- Higher Degree (e.g. MD or PhD).
FURTHER TRAINING & KNOWLEDGE
Essential
- Experience of paediatric ophthalmology, strabismus or neuro-ophthalmology
Desirable
- Completed Higher Specialist Training in ophthalmology
SKILLS & ABILITY
Essential
- High degree of clinical skill in paediatric ophthalmology and strabismus
Desirable
- Audit & research
- Teaching & presentation skills
EXPERIENCE
Essential
- Experience in the management of patients with paediatric ophthalmology and strabismus and neuro-ophthalmology.
Desirable
- Extensive experience in the management of patients with paediatric ophthalmology and strabismus related pathology problems
PERSONAL QUALITIES
Essential
- Good team building skills
- Ability to lead & coordinate clinical teams
Desirable
- Experience in organising & managing a busy clinical service
Person Specification
EDUCATION & QUALIFICATIONS
Essential
- FRCOphth or MRCP or equivalent
- CCT in Ophthalmology or equivalent ophthalmic training (or be within 6 months of CCT date).
- Full GMC Registration (with a 'Licence to Practise').
- Be on or eligible for the GMC specialist register
Desirable
- Higher Degree (e.g. MD or PhD).
FURTHER TRAINING & KNOWLEDGE
Essential
- Experience of paediatric ophthalmology, strabismus or neuro-ophthalmology
Desirable
- Completed Higher Specialist Training in ophthalmology
SKILLS & ABILITY
Essential
- High degree of clinical skill in paediatric ophthalmology and strabismus
Desirable
- Audit & research
- Teaching & presentation skills
EXPERIENCE
Essential
- Experience in the management of patients with paediatric ophthalmology and strabismus and neuro-ophthalmology.
Desirable
- Extensive experience in the management of patients with paediatric ophthalmology and strabismus related pathology problems
PERSONAL QUALITIES
Essential
- Good team building skills
- Ability to lead & coordinate clinical teams
Desirable
- Experience in organising & managing a busy clinical service
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).
