Job summary
This post is a Fellowship in the Ophthalmology Department at the Royal Surrey County Hospital, under the supervision of Mr Chris McLean. The department has seven consultants with subspecialty expertise in strabismus, cornea, medical retina and uveitis, glaucoma, surgical retina and oculoplastics. The goal of fellowship training in oculoplastic surgery is to complement the basic knowledge gained in core specialty training in ophthalmology and to provide greater exposure to the diagnosis, management, and surgical correction of ophthalmic plastic and reconstructive disorders.
This is a Full Time Post. The timetable includes two operating theatre sessions with Mr Mclean and a minimum of one minor procedures operating list. There are two oculoplastic clinics, with flexibility to attend a clinic / operating list in the Maxillofacial department at the Royal Surrey
Main duties of the job
To support the Ophthalmology Lead and coordinate the general management of the Ophthalmology patients through the hospital.
This is a post for an Oculoplastic Fellowship in Ophthalmology. The appointee will gain skills in the management of Oculoplastic Ophthalmology patients, as well as exposure to subspecialty glaucoma, general and retina clinics as well as cataract surgery.
About us
Royal Surrey is a compassionate and collaborative acute and community Trust. Recognising that our 5000 colleagues are our greatest strength, we offer a comprehensive health and wellbeing program along with a commitment to developing and advancing your career. Our diverse and welcoming Royal Surrey family will ensure you that you feel valued from your initial interview through your entire tenure.
We are clinically led and provide joined up care by bridging the gap between hospital and community services alongside regional specialist cancer care. Our main acute hospital site is in Guildford with community hospital sites at Milford, Haslemere and Cranleigh. We provide adult community health services in homes across Guildford and Waverley.
We have received an overall Good rating from the CQC with Medical care (including older peoples care), End of Life Care and Maternity services being deemed Outstanding by the CQC.
Royal Surrey has a strong reputation and history to build on. We are proud of our achievements and we are investing in our colleagues through our commitment to supporting professional development as well as investing more than £45 million in our physical environment and new equipment in the next few years. There has never been a better time to join us.
Although it isn't the Trusts normal practice, adverts may close early, so you are encouraged to submit an application as soon as possible.
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Job description
Job responsibilities
The applicant will be expected to play a full role within the Ophthalmology department of the Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust. They will be expected to support the delivery of general Ophthalmology to the local population. The development of cataract surgery skills will be encouraged. The applicant will also be expected to develop research interests within those offered by the clinical trials team and the University of Surrey Ophthalmology Research Group.
- Management of patients within the clinics of the Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust.
- Enrolment to and management of patients in NIHR portfolio clinical trials.
- Liaising with the research and development department, University of Surrey
and external agencies as required by the departments research programme.
- Supervision of junior staff within the department.
- Take an active role in the departmental teaching and audit programme.
- Take part in the first on-call rota.
- Other departmental duties and responsibilities as could reasonably be expected of the applicant.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The applicant will be expected to play a full role within the Ophthalmology department of the Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust. They will be expected to support the delivery of general Ophthalmology to the local population. The development of cataract surgery skills will be encouraged. The applicant will also be expected to develop research interests within those offered by the clinical trials team and the University of Surrey Ophthalmology Research Group.
- Management of patients within the clinics of the Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust.
- Enrolment to and management of patients in NIHR portfolio clinical trials.
- Liaising with the research and development department, University of Surrey
and external agencies as required by the departments research programme.
- Supervision of junior staff within the department.
- Take an active role in the departmental teaching and audit programme.
- Take part in the first on-call rota.
- Other departmental duties and responsibilities as could reasonably be expected of the applicant.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Full GMC Registration with a Licence to Practice.
Desirable
- Part 1 MRCOphth or FRCOphth.
- MBBS or equivalent.
- Higher degree.
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Two years' Ophthalmic experience
Skills and Capabilities
Essential
- Evidence of basic surgical skills course.
Desirable
- Ability to perform intravitreal injections independently.
- Ability to perform cataract surgery independently.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Full GMC Registration with a Licence to Practice.
Desirable
- Part 1 MRCOphth or FRCOphth.
- MBBS or equivalent.
- Higher degree.
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Two years' Ophthalmic experience
Skills and Capabilities
Essential
- Evidence of basic surgical skills course.
Desirable
- Ability to perform intravitreal injections independently.
- Ability to perform cataract surgery independently.
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).
