Job summary
We are Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust. Founded in 1804, Moorfields Eye Hospital is a world-class centre of excellence for eye health services, ophthalmic research, and education.
With more than 2,300 staff we are proud to be supported by one of the most diverse workforces in the NHS. Every year we treat more than 700,000 patients at City Road in central London and at our 22 satellites sites, and, in partnership with the UCL Institute of Ophthalmology and Moorfields Biomedical Research Centre we lead one of the most impactful ophthalmic research programmes in the world.
We train many of the leading eye care clinicians in the UK and internationally and have a global reputation for quality and professionalism in ophthalmic care. In addition, we also operate commercial divisions that provide care to private patients in both London and the Middle East.
If you want to be part delivering world class eye health services and you share our values: excellence, equity, and kindness, then we would love to hear from you!
The consultants provide a comprehensive anaesthetic service to the main Moorfields hospital at City Road and a variable degree of support to a number of satellites in the London area. Direct care sessions include operating lists and pre-assessment clinics.
Main duties of the job
The consultants have a continuing responsibility for the care of patients in their charge, and for the proper functioning of the service, allowing for all appropriate delegation to, and training for, junior staff. The post holders are expected to maintain an efficient service, maximizing use of theatre time and working flexibly to ensure the smooth running of the operating department.
All members of the consultant staff and honorary consultants are expected to contribute to the MedicalAdvisory Committee and to serve on other Hospital committees as required unless compelling reasons prevent this. All members of the consultant staff will be expected to participate in audit meetings.
All members of Consultant staff are expected to participate in clinical governance and audit, to meet annual training requirements, and to satisfy the annual requirement for continuous professional development set out by The Royal College of Anaesthetists. All consultant staff will participate in the Trust's appraisal scheme.
Operating theatres are normally closed between 21.00 - 08.30 weekdays, and between 18.00 - 08.30 at weekends.
About us
Moorfields is a flexible working friendly organisation, and we are committed to helping our employees achieve a work-life balance that is beneficial for health and wellbeing, motivation levels and job satisfaction. Every employee of the Trust has the right to request to work flexibly. Please speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement. If it works for the service, we will do our best to make it work for you.
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
The posts are based at Moorfields Eye Hospital, including the City Rd site and a number of satellites based in and around London.
The full time job plan comprises 10 PAs: 7 regular DCC sessions and 3 SPA sessions (currently the ratio between the DCC and SPA is under negotiation with the Trust, and maybe subject to change).
The post holders will be expected to work flexibly to facilitate service provision when colleagues are absent, including staffing the satellite units. The case mix encompasses extremes of age, with pediatric cases down to 4 weeks, and elderly patients with numerous comorbidities.
The vast majority of our work is day case, although a small number of adult patients remain in hospital overnight. Many patients undergo surgery with local anaesthesia. The lack of many services that would be found in a general hospital means that the anaesthetic service is more than usually relied upon for perioperative patient care.
In addition to clinical duties, the new appointee would be expected to participate in departmental activities including management, teaching and audit.
The JD is awaiting approval from the Royal College of Anaesthetist.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The posts are based at Moorfields Eye Hospital, including the City Rd site and a number of satellites based in and around London.
The full time job plan comprises 10 PAs: 7 regular DCC sessions and 3 SPA sessions (currently the ratio between the DCC and SPA is under negotiation with the Trust, and maybe subject to change).
The post holders will be expected to work flexibly to facilitate service provision when colleagues are absent, including staffing the satellite units. The case mix encompasses extremes of age, with pediatric cases down to 4 weeks, and elderly patients with numerous comorbidities.
The vast majority of our work is day case, although a small number of adult patients remain in hospital overnight. Many patients undergo surgery with local anaesthesia. The lack of many services that would be found in a general hospital means that the anaesthetic service is more than usually relied upon for perioperative patient care.
In addition to clinical duties, the new appointee would be expected to participate in departmental activities including management, teaching and audit.
The JD is awaiting approval from the Royal College of Anaesthetist.
Person Specification
Education & Qualifications
Essential
- FRCA or equivalent anaesthetic qualification
- Full GMC Registration (with a 'License to Practice'
- CCT in Anaesthesia or equivalent anaesthetic training (or be within 6 months of CCT date)
Desirable
- Higher Degree (e.g. MD or PhD)
Further Training & Knowledge
Essential
- Higher training in paediatric anaesthesia as defined by the RCoA
- APLS or EPLS provider
- Trained in clinical supervision as defined by the GMC.
- Level 3 child protection training
Desirable
- Advanced training in paediatric anaesthesia
- Trained in educational supervision as defined by the GMC.
- Higher or advanced training in day care anaesthesia
Skills & Ability
Essential
- Leadership ability.
- Commitment to service improvement
Desirable
- Teaching credentials & involvement
- Research credentials and publications
Person Specification
Education & Qualifications
Essential
- FRCA or equivalent anaesthetic qualification
- Full GMC Registration (with a 'License to Practice'
- CCT in Anaesthesia or equivalent anaesthetic training (or be within 6 months of CCT date)
Desirable
- Higher Degree (e.g. MD or PhD)
Further Training & Knowledge
Essential
- Higher training in paediatric anaesthesia as defined by the RCoA
- APLS or EPLS provider
- Trained in clinical supervision as defined by the GMC.
- Level 3 child protection training
Desirable
- Advanced training in paediatric anaesthesia
- Trained in educational supervision as defined by the GMC.
- Higher or advanced training in day care anaesthesia
Skills & Ability
Essential
- Leadership ability.
- Commitment to service improvement
Desirable
- Teaching credentials & involvement
- Research credentials and publications
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).
