Job summary
We are seeking to recruit an enthusiastic, innovative and progressive Consultant to join our Ophthalmology Glaucoma Consultant team. The appointee will work at Birmingham& Midland Eye Centre and Sandwell General Hospital. Applications are welcomed from candidates with FRCOphth (or equivalent) who are on the General Medical Council's Specialist Register Ophthalmology or who will be within six months of obtaining their CCT at the time of interview. In addition applicants should demonstrate within their application that they are fully trained in cataract surgery, a fellowship experience in glaucoma will be desirable. Experienced clinicians without CCT will be welcomed.
This job is a substantive job.
Closing date: 24th October 2024
Interview date: 28th November 2024
Post may close early if sufficient number of applications are received.
Main duties of the job
Main duties of the job
The post will enable the successful applicant to develop new ways of working in glaucoma, virtual services and further development of extended teams with AHPs. The appointee will take equal responsibility with existing Consultants for the proper functioning of the clinical service, working with clinical and managerial colleagues towards achieving and maintaining national maximum waiting times and developing clinical pathways in line with the maximum 18-week patient pathway guarantee. There is a commitment to General Ophthalmology on-call as part of this post.
About us
Sandwell and West Birmingham NHS Trust (SWBT) is an integrated careorganisation with a budget of approximately £600 million and over 7,000 staff. Diversity and social care is at the core of what we do as the Trust provides Community and Acute Services to over half a million people in an urban centre that demands massive regeneration and has substantial premature mortality.
Our new acute hospital, the Midland Metropolitan University Hospital (MMUH), opens in 2024 and will provide care to our local population from first class, purpose-built premises.As a result, the base of this role may change to MMUH from 2024 (or beyond). If this is applicable to your role, you will be informed during the recruitment process and continuing your application with this understanding.The development of the new hospital will play an important role in the regeneration of the wider area and in improving the lives of local people and reducing health inequalities.
We have three newly emerging strategic objectives:
- Our People - to cultivate and sustain happy, productive and engaged staff
- Our Patients - to be good or outstanding in everything we do
Our Population - to work seamlessly with our partners to improve lives
Job description
Job responsibilities
For more information on the job role and responsibilities, please refer to the Job Description attached.
Informal enquiries are welcome. Applicants may contact;
Rattandeep Nandra (0121 507 4922, rattandeep.nandra@nhs.net) to arrange an informal visit.
Interested candidates can contact;
Mr Nessim Clinical Director (0121 507 4440, maged.nessim@nhs.net)
Mr V Sung, Mr I Masood, Mr P Pandey & Ms F Mushtaq Glaucoma consultants (via switch board 0121 507 4440) if they wish to discuss the post further.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For more information on the job role and responsibilities, please refer to the Job Description attached.
Informal enquiries are welcome. Applicants may contact;
Rattandeep Nandra (0121 507 4922, rattandeep.nandra@nhs.net) to arrange an informal visit.
Interested candidates can contact;
Mr Nessim Clinical Director (0121 507 4440, maged.nessim@nhs.net)
Mr V Sung, Mr I Masood, Mr P Pandey & Ms F Mushtaq Glaucoma consultants (via switch board 0121 507 4440) if they wish to discuss the post further.
Person Specification
Clinical Experience
Essential
- Clinical training and experience equivalent to that required for gaining CCT in Ophthalmology
- Surgical fellowship in Glaucoma
- Specialist interest in Glaucoma
- Ability to take full and independent responsibility for the management of acute medical emergencies
- Ability to take full and independent responsibility for the care of patients
Desirable
- Previous experience in providing complex Glaucoma service
Other Requirements
Essential
- Fulfils all other essential criteria as per Personal Specification
- GMC registration with License to Practice
Desirable
- Formal training in teaching
- Knowledge and experience of the application of information technology to Ophthalmology
- Publications in relevant peer-reviewed journals in the last 5 years
- Evidence of having undertaken original research
Qualifications
Essential
- Entry on the Specialist Register in Ophthalmology (or CCT expected within 6 months from the date of interview)
- MBBS or equivalent
- FRCOphth or an equivalent qualification
Desirable
Person Specification
Clinical Experience
Essential
- Clinical training and experience equivalent to that required for gaining CCT in Ophthalmology
- Surgical fellowship in Glaucoma
- Specialist interest in Glaucoma
- Ability to take full and independent responsibility for the management of acute medical emergencies
- Ability to take full and independent responsibility for the care of patients
Desirable
- Previous experience in providing complex Glaucoma service
Other Requirements
Essential
- Fulfils all other essential criteria as per Personal Specification
- GMC registration with License to Practice
Desirable
- Formal training in teaching
- Knowledge and experience of the application of information technology to Ophthalmology
- Publications in relevant peer-reviewed journals in the last 5 years
- Evidence of having undertaken original research
Qualifications
Essential
- Entry on the Specialist Register in Ophthalmology (or CCT expected within 6 months from the date of interview)
- MBBS or equivalent
- FRCOphth or an equivalent qualification
Desirable
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).
