Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Locum Consultant Ophthalmologist within the Paediatric and Adult Strabismus Services.
This Full time Consultant post offers 8 programmed activities to provide direct clinical care with Paediatrics and Adult Strabismus with 2 SPA's
The timetable will be agreed with the Service Directors at both sites and will be incorporated into the successful applicants contract. The timetable/programme may change with time depending on the specialist expertise of the post holder and the needs of the Service.
Main duties of the job
The post holder must be medically qualified and maintain specialist registration and licence to practice. Also required is a completion of at least 12 month post CCT Fellowship
You will need to have experience in the management of Paediatrics and Adult Strabismus patients. Running face to face clinics with a multi disciplinary Team and operating on Paediatric and Adult Surgical patients.
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
Moorfields at Bedfordshire Hospital offers a comprehensive service in Paediatric, Adult Extraocular motility, ROP screening and Neuro-Ophthalmology. Paediatric and Strabismus surgery is also undertaken at Bedford. The Service is further supported by the Orthoptists from Cambridgeshire Community Services NHS Trust who provide care in the Unit and in the Community.
Applicants are invited for a post specialising in Paediatrics and Adult strabismus. The post in Full time [10 sessions] which are split between Bedford [7.5 sessions] and City Road [2.5 sessions] . The weekly Service teaching takes place at City Road and can be accessed remotely.
The City Road sessions will involve Paediatric A/E and General Paediatric clinics mentoring other Allied professionals in extended roles
Job description
Job responsibilities
Moorfields at Bedfordshire Hospital offers a comprehensive service in Paediatric, Adult Extraocular motility, ROP screening and Neuro-Ophthalmology. Paediatric and Strabismus surgery is also undertaken at Bedford. The Service is further supported by the Orthoptists from Cambridgeshire Community Services NHS Trust who provide care in the Unit and in the Community.
Applicants are invited for a post specialising in Paediatrics and Adult strabismus. The post in Full time [10 sessions] which are split between Bedford [7.5 sessions] and City Road [2.5 sessions] . The weekly Service teaching takes place at City Road and can be accessed remotely.
The City Road sessions will involve Paediatric A/E and General Paediatric clinics mentoring other Allied professionals in extended roles
Person Specification
Essential Criteria
Essential
- FRCOphth/MRCOphth equivalent ophthalmic qualification
- CCT in Ophthalmology or equivalent ophthalmic training [or be within 6 months of CCT date]
- Full GMC Registration with a Licence to Practice
- Be on or eligible for the GMC specialist register or be within 6 months of CCT
Desirable
- Should of received training in educational supervision as defined by GMC
- Attended clinical leadership training
Personal Qualities Criteria
Essential
- Commitment to the Team and Role
- Excellent Communication skills
- Ability to lead a Multi Disciplinary Team
- Good team building skills
- Commitment to high quality research
Desirable
- Ability to deliver results by effectively managing relationships
Experience Criteria
Essential
- Experience of teaching at postgraduate level
- Extensive experience in the management of all patients with conditions requiring Paediatric and Adult Strabismus management
- Experience of patient and public engagement
- Experience of Clinical leadership and Management
Desirable
- Should of received training in educational supervision as defined by GMC
Training and Knowledge Criteria
Essential
- Completed Higher specialist Training in Ophthalmology
- Fellowship Training
- Extensive knowledge of Paediatric and Adult Strabismus conditions
- Knowledge in clinical supervision and Training as defined by the GMC
Desirable
- Should of received training in educational supervision as defined by GMC
- Attended clinical leadership training
Skills and Abilities Criteria
Essential
- Audit and Research skills
- High degree of clinical and surgical skills in paediatric
- Ability to lead and co-ordinate clinical teams
- Surgical experience
Desirable
- Ability to deliver results by effectively managing relationships
Person Specification
Essential Criteria
Essential
- FRCOphth/MRCOphth equivalent ophthalmic qualification
- CCT in Ophthalmology or equivalent ophthalmic training [or be within 6 months of CCT date]
- Full GMC Registration with a Licence to Practice
- Be on or eligible for the GMC specialist register or be within 6 months of CCT
Desirable
- Should of received training in educational supervision as defined by GMC
- Attended clinical leadership training
Personal Qualities Criteria
Essential
- Commitment to the Team and Role
- Excellent Communication skills
- Ability to lead a Multi Disciplinary Team
- Good team building skills
- Commitment to high quality research
Desirable
- Ability to deliver results by effectively managing relationships
Experience Criteria
Essential
- Experience of teaching at postgraduate level
- Extensive experience in the management of all patients with conditions requiring Paediatric and Adult Strabismus management
- Experience of patient and public engagement
- Experience of Clinical leadership and Management
Desirable
- Should of received training in educational supervision as defined by GMC
Training and Knowledge Criteria
Essential
- Completed Higher specialist Training in Ophthalmology
- Fellowship Training
- Extensive knowledge of Paediatric and Adult Strabismus conditions
- Knowledge in clinical supervision and Training as defined by the GMC
Desirable
- Should of received training in educational supervision as defined by GMC
- Attended clinical leadership training
Skills and Abilities Criteria
Essential
- Audit and Research skills
- High degree of clinical and surgical skills in paediatric
- Ability to lead and co-ordinate clinical teams
- Surgical experience
Desirable
- Ability to deliver results by effectively managing relationships
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).
