Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen in the Ophthalmology department at imperial college healthcare trust for a substantive consultant to support the cornea and high volume cataract and emergency services.
This post is based in the Ophthalmology directorate across Charing cross and Western eye hospital sites and the post holder will work with current body of ophthalmology consultants. The department is very busy, seeing over 6000 patient a year in the corneal service.
The service offers high quality corneal and cataract treatment as well as emergency care and the successful post holder will also oversee the training of senior ophthalmology trainees who are suitable to be assigned to support these sessions.
There is a very active research unit: ICORG (Imperial College Ophthalmic Group) which is a part of Imperial College's department of Cancer and Surgery and the team are actively participating in a number of phase 1 to phase 4 trials including surgical trials. The successful candidate will provide cornea clinics, a regular theatre list and will have a regular ED session.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will work across ophthalmology services.
Main duties for the role will be:
- Outpatient clinics in Cornea
- Theatre sessions to include high volume cataract and cornea
- Take part in consultant on call rota
- Emergency department sessions
The WEH ophthalmic emergency department sees approximately 150 patients per day with inpatient care available for those patients who need admission. The department is staffed with North West London Deanery junior and senior trainees, staff grades, associate specialists and nurse practitioners. The successful candidate will be expected to train and mentor all members of the team. The department is also supported by an on-call consultant from the North West London hospitals rota and access to all ophthalmic sub specialty expertise is assured.
About us
At Imperial College Healthcare you can achieve extraordinary things with extraordinary people, working with leading clinicians pushing boundaries in patient care. Become part of a vibrant team living our values - expert, kind, collaborative and aspirational. You'll get an experience like no other and will fast forward your career. Benefits include career development, flexible working and wellbeing, staff recognition scheme. Make use of optional benefits including Cycle to work, car lease schemes, and season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities.
We encourage staff to have the Covid vaccination to protect themselves, patients, other colleagues as well as the wider community. Please note it is an operational requirement to comply with infection prevention and control procedures within the Trust such as lateral flow testing, handwashing and the wearing of masks, according to the procedures in place at any time or location.
As part of our continued response to Covid19 we are still conducting the majority of our interviews virtually.
We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and will consider applications to work flexibly, part-time or job share. Please talk to us at interview.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Background to the post
The post holder will work with the current corneal and cataract consultants at WEH and CXH in the ophthalmology directorate of Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust. The high volume cataract service at CXH (>8 suitable cataract cases per list) offers high quality rapid access cataract surgery and the successful post holder will also oversee the training of senior ophthalmology Trainees who are suitable to be assigned to support this list. They will also support the development of the non medical led pathway for non-complex post operative review.
The successful candidate will have the equivalent of 1 cornea / cataract list per week plus a 1 in 4 all day Saturday theatre list with cornea, cataract / general clinics to support the activity.
- The work of the department
THE OPHTHALMOLOGY SERVICE
A full ophthalmology service is provided at the Western Eye Hospital and at Charing Cross Hospital with some additional research and paediatric clinics at Hammersmith Hospital and St Marys Hospital.
Out-Patients:
At Charing Cross, all clinics take place on the first floor outpatient area in the Main Outpatients department.
At the Western Eye Hospital there are clinics covering all the sub-specialist areas of ophthalmology as well as general clinics for rapid access to the hospital eye service.
On both Sites there are YAG and Argon lasers, digital fluorescein fundus photography, ocular coherence tomography, corneal topography, plain digital photography, anterior segment photography, IOL Master and Lenstar biometry, minor lid procedures, nasal endoscopy and EMG for botulinum toxin administration are available within the clinic areas.
Eye Surgery
At the Western Eye cataract, glaucoma, retinal, strabismus, corneal, oculoplastic and lacrimal surgery takes place in a two theatre suite on the 4th Floor and in the minor procedures theatre on the ground floor and in the macular degeneration treatment Unit in the basement. There are dedicated General Anaesthetic Operating sessions covered by Consultant Anaesthetists who provide peribulbar and sub-tenons or general anaesthesia as required. Approximately 2500 cataracts, 500 lid, lacrimal and orbital cases and 2800 other procedures go through Imperial College Ophthalmic Theatres per year.
Ophthalmic beds:
The in-patient beds for Imperial College ophthalmology are at the Western Eye Hospital on Alex Cross Ward.
Eye Casualty service for Imperial College:
The Emergency Eye service, in the form of daily Emergency eye clinics at CX and a 24 hour casualty at Western Eye takes emergencies from all over London, especially West London. Both sites receive referrals from the main Charing Cross and Hammersmith Hospital and St Marys A & E Departments, GPs, Optometrists and from within the Trust.
Night and week-end emergency cover is provided at the Western Eye Hospital, from Alex Cross ward which is staffed 7 days a week. Resident junior cover is available there and Consultant cover is provided by the West London ophthalmology consultants.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Background to the post
The post holder will work with the current corneal and cataract consultants at WEH and CXH in the ophthalmology directorate of Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust. The high volume cataract service at CXH (>8 suitable cataract cases per list) offers high quality rapid access cataract surgery and the successful post holder will also oversee the training of senior ophthalmology Trainees who are suitable to be assigned to support this list. They will also support the development of the non medical led pathway for non-complex post operative review.
The successful candidate will have the equivalent of 1 cornea / cataract list per week plus a 1 in 4 all day Saturday theatre list with cornea, cataract / general clinics to support the activity.
- The work of the department
THE OPHTHALMOLOGY SERVICE
A full ophthalmology service is provided at the Western Eye Hospital and at Charing Cross Hospital with some additional research and paediatric clinics at Hammersmith Hospital and St Marys Hospital.
Out-Patients:
At Charing Cross, all clinics take place on the first floor outpatient area in the Main Outpatients department.
At the Western Eye Hospital there are clinics covering all the sub-specialist areas of ophthalmology as well as general clinics for rapid access to the hospital eye service.
On both Sites there are YAG and Argon lasers, digital fluorescein fundus photography, ocular coherence tomography, corneal topography, plain digital photography, anterior segment photography, IOL Master and Lenstar biometry, minor lid procedures, nasal endoscopy and EMG for botulinum toxin administration are available within the clinic areas.
Eye Surgery
At the Western Eye cataract, glaucoma, retinal, strabismus, corneal, oculoplastic and lacrimal surgery takes place in a two theatre suite on the 4th Floor and in the minor procedures theatre on the ground floor and in the macular degeneration treatment Unit in the basement. There are dedicated General Anaesthetic Operating sessions covered by Consultant Anaesthetists who provide peribulbar and sub-tenons or general anaesthesia as required. Approximately 2500 cataracts, 500 lid, lacrimal and orbital cases and 2800 other procedures go through Imperial College Ophthalmic Theatres per year.
Ophthalmic beds:
The in-patient beds for Imperial College ophthalmology are at the Western Eye Hospital on Alex Cross Ward.
Eye Casualty service for Imperial College:
The Emergency Eye service, in the form of daily Emergency eye clinics at CX and a 24 hour casualty at Western Eye takes emergencies from all over London, especially West London. Both sites receive referrals from the main Charing Cross and Hammersmith Hospital and St Marys A & E Departments, GPs, Optometrists and from within the Trust.
Night and week-end emergency cover is provided at the Western Eye Hospital, from Alex Cross ward which is staffed 7 days a week. Resident junior cover is available there and Consultant cover is provided by the West London ophthalmology consultants.
Person Specification
Education & Qualifications
Essential
- On GMC's Specialist Register or within six months of being admitted to the register by the date of the interviews or eligible for specialist registration
- MBBS, FRCOphth or equivalent ophthalmic qualification
- On GMC's register with a Licence to Practice or eligible to apply for GMC registration and a Licence to Practice
Desirable
Further training & knowledge
Essential
- Be near to OR completed Higher specialist training in ophthalmology Demonstrable experience of managing patients with corneal disease
- Surgical management of corneal pathology and high proficiency in cataract surgery of wide complexity
- Post CCT corneal Fellowship experience with the ability to perform all types of corneal graft surgery
- Highly proficient at cataract surgery, managing vitreous loss and training in intra ocular surgery
- Extensive knowledge of corneal disorders and their management
- IT Skills and computer literacy
Management skills
Essential
- Able to take responsibility, show leadership, make decisions, exert appropriate authority
- Knowledge of finance or budget management.
- Experience in managing staff
- Have proven skills in leading, motivating, developing and managing the performance of colleagues.
Desirable
- Computer use qualification
- Experience in management
- Management course
- Understanding of RTT pathways
Clinical Governance
Essential
- Understanding of clinical governance
- Participation in audit.
Teaching & Training
Essential
- Experience of teaching and training ophthalmic trainees, medical students, nurses, orthoptists and GPs
- Completed courses for training trainers
- Surgical training of BST in cataract surgeries
- Experience of ARCP panels
Academic achievements
Essential
- Evidence of achievement appropriate to appointment at consultant level.
- Understanding of principles of clinical audit
Desirable
- Publications in peer reviewed Ophthalmology journals
- Written book chapters
- Current research projects
Language
Essential
- Candidates are able to speak and write English to the appropriate standard necessary to fulfil the job requirements
Person Specification
Education & Qualifications
Essential
- On GMC's Specialist Register or within six months of being admitted to the register by the date of the interviews or eligible for specialist registration
- MBBS, FRCOphth or equivalent ophthalmic qualification
- On GMC's register with a Licence to Practice or eligible to apply for GMC registration and a Licence to Practice
Desirable
Further training & knowledge
Essential
- Be near to OR completed Higher specialist training in ophthalmology Demonstrable experience of managing patients with corneal disease
- Surgical management of corneal pathology and high proficiency in cataract surgery of wide complexity
- Post CCT corneal Fellowship experience with the ability to perform all types of corneal graft surgery
- Highly proficient at cataract surgery, managing vitreous loss and training in intra ocular surgery
- Extensive knowledge of corneal disorders and their management
- IT Skills and computer literacy
Management skills
Essential
- Able to take responsibility, show leadership, make decisions, exert appropriate authority
- Knowledge of finance or budget management.
- Experience in managing staff
- Have proven skills in leading, motivating, developing and managing the performance of colleagues.
Desirable
- Computer use qualification
- Experience in management
- Management course
- Understanding of RTT pathways
Clinical Governance
Essential
- Understanding of clinical governance
- Participation in audit.
Teaching & Training
Essential
- Experience of teaching and training ophthalmic trainees, medical students, nurses, orthoptists and GPs
- Completed courses for training trainers
- Surgical training of BST in cataract surgeries
- Experience of ARCP panels
Academic achievements
Essential
- Evidence of achievement appropriate to appointment at consultant level.
- Understanding of principles of clinical audit
Desirable
- Publications in peer reviewed Ophthalmology journals
- Written book chapters
- Current research projects
Language
Essential
- Candidates are able to speak and write English to the appropriate standard necessary to fulfil the job requirements
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).
