Job summary
We are looking to appoint an experienced and highly motivated Speciality Doctor to join our existing team of 8 consultants and 2 SAS Drs who offer both general and specialist Ophthalmic services such as glaucoma, retinal and eye casualty.
Whilst we are looking to recruit into a 10 PA job plan, we can offer flexibility of a reduced job plan if desired.
The ophthalmology service is supported by an excellent team consisting of Nurses, Orthoptists, Optometrists and Specialist Imaging Staff.
Main duties of the job
The principle role of the post-holder is to be an active member of the team. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to rotate between sub specialities such as Glaucoma, Medical and Vitreoretinal, minor ops, Diabetes and General Ophthalmology Clinics . We encourage the personal development of our Speciality Doctors. The post-holder is key to the team and is expected to take a teamwork approach to relationships with other departments, clinic and theatre staff.
The post-holder is invited to contribute to academic, audit and clinical governance issues within the department and the Trust.
About us
All new colleagues can expect to receive a warm and friendly Wirral welcome from the very first time they make contact with us. We are described as "competent and caring staff" by our patients.
Wirral University Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is situated on The Wirral peninsula which has stunning coastline and beautiful countryside surroundings, with great activities for its residents.
We are one of the largest and busiest acute Trusts in the Northwest of England, comprising of the Wirral's only Emergency Department. We provide a high-quality range of acute care services and employ over 6,000 staff, who serve a population of approximately 400,000 people across Wirral, Ellesmere Port, Neston, North Wales and the wider Northwest footprint.
We have approximately 855 beds trust-wide and our financial turnover is in excess of £337m.
The Wirral is easily accessible with excellent transport links including motorway, train, bus or ferry and within easy reach to the major cities of Liverpool, Chester and Manchester as well as neighbouring North Wales.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The successful candidate will need to show enthusiasm, interest and complement the interests of the services running. Flexibility is key to meet the departments service commitment to delivery of efficient, safe and high-quality patient care.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The successful candidate will need to show enthusiasm, interest and complement the interests of the services running. Flexibility is key to meet the departments service commitment to delivery of efficient, safe and high-quality patient care.
Person Specification
Registration, Qualifications and Experience
Essential
- Full GMC registration with Licence to Practise
- Shall have completed at least 4 years' full time post graduate training (or its equivalent gained on a part time or flexible basis) at least two of which will be in a specialty training programme in a relevant specialty or as a fixed term specialty trainee in a relevant specialty or Shall have equivalent experience and competencies
Desirable
- DRCOphth, MCROphth, FRCOphth or equivalent Experience of working in the NHS
- FRCOphth or equivalent Experience of working in the NHS
Audit and Clinical Skills
Essential
- Experience in and participation in audit
- Experience of a wide range of clinical ophthalmology
Teaching
Essential
- Ability to work independently with senior support off site
Interpersonal skills
Essential
- Willingness to seek timely assistance from senior colleagues when appropriate
- Ability to establish good working relationships with staff and be able to communicate well with patients
- Flexibility
Information Technology Management
Essential
- Basic Computer skills
- Good organisational skills and time management
Physical Requirements
Essential
- Ability to carry out duties as set out in the job description competently and subject to any aids and or adaptations as may reasonably be required
- Access to transport
Person Specification
Registration, Qualifications and Experience
Essential
- Full GMC registration with Licence to Practise
- Shall have completed at least 4 years' full time post graduate training (or its equivalent gained on a part time or flexible basis) at least two of which will be in a specialty training programme in a relevant specialty or as a fixed term specialty trainee in a relevant specialty or Shall have equivalent experience and competencies
Desirable
- DRCOphth, MCROphth, FRCOphth or equivalent Experience of working in the NHS
- FRCOphth or equivalent Experience of working in the NHS
Audit and Clinical Skills
Essential
- Experience in and participation in audit
- Experience of a wide range of clinical ophthalmology
Teaching
Essential
- Ability to work independently with senior support off site
Interpersonal skills
Essential
- Willingness to seek timely assistance from senior colleagues when appropriate
- Ability to establish good working relationships with staff and be able to communicate well with patients
- Flexibility
Information Technology Management
Essential
- Basic Computer skills
- Good organisational skills and time management
Physical Requirements
Essential
- Ability to carry out duties as set out in the job description competently and subject to any aids and or adaptations as may reasonably be required
- Access to transport
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).
