Job summary
We are looking for an enthusiastic clinician who is able to manage clinics independently, take part in the development and running of the service, supervise trainees and staff grades, and who is able to undertake complex cataract and glaucoma procedures in dependently. The post holder would be encouraged in developing an integrated service integrating optometrists in the management of stable glaucoma and ocular hypertension.
Main duties of the job
East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust is seeking to appoint a Locum Consultant in Ophthalmology - Glaucoma
The appointee will, together with consultant colleagues, be responsible for the provision of a comprehensive, effective and modern Ophthalmology service, practicing the full remit of the specialty. Please note the job plan advertised in an example.
Any applicant should have entry on the GMC Specialist Register or be within six months of being placed on the register.
Minimum Requirements:
Full registration with the General Medical Council (GMC) with license to practice
Entry on specialist register via:-
- CCT ( proposed CCT date must be within 6 months of interview)
- CESR or European Community Rights
- FRCS or equivalent
About us
The Eye Unit has provided a comprehensive Ophthalmology service with a catchment area of approx. 550,000 people. The service is currently reviewing its activities with a view to increasing capacity, minimising patient waiting times and improvement patient experience.
The service encompasses outpatient clinics (conducted at the Royal Blackburn and Burnley General Hospitals), an emergency eye service at Burnley General Hospital and a dedicated twin operating theatre suite at the Burnley site. In addition, there are outreach clinics at Accrington, Rossendale and Clitheroe. The medical team includes; consultants, associate specialist, specialty doctors, senior clinical fellows and also trainees at ST1-6 level. There is a subspecialty lead structure in place.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The appointee will, together with consultant colleagues, be responsible for the provision of a comprehensive, effective and modern Ophthalmology service, practicing the full remit of the specialty.
They will take their equal share in providing sub-specialty cover and will be required to cover for colleagues during periods of absence. They will have continuing responsibility for patients in their care and the proper functioning of the Department. They will be expected to take part in the support and training of junior Ophthalmologists and the development and training of medical students and ancillary allied professionals.
The Candidate will develop the community glaucoma support service.
The successful candidate will work according to the terms and conditions of the national consultant contract.
There is provision for some laser clinics and to provide support for the Glaucoma services in general, including development and training of allied health professionals, Optometrist and junior doctors. In addition, the post will provide some Cataract assessments and surgery for routine referrals, but more specifically for some of the more complex Glaucoma cases. This includes post-operative glaucoma management of these cases.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The appointee will, together with consultant colleagues, be responsible for the provision of a comprehensive, effective and modern Ophthalmology service, practicing the full remit of the specialty.
They will take their equal share in providing sub-specialty cover and will be required to cover for colleagues during periods of absence. They will have continuing responsibility for patients in their care and the proper functioning of the Department. They will be expected to take part in the support and training of junior Ophthalmologists and the development and training of medical students and ancillary allied professionals.
The Candidate will develop the community glaucoma support service.
The successful candidate will work according to the terms and conditions of the national consultant contract.
There is provision for some laser clinics and to provide support for the Glaucoma services in general, including development and training of allied health professionals, Optometrist and junior doctors. In addition, the post will provide some Cataract assessments and surgery for routine referrals, but more specifically for some of the more complex Glaucoma cases. This includes post-operative glaucoma management of these cases.
Person Specification
Attainments
Essential
- Full GMC Registration
- Entry on GMC specialist register via CCT(proposed CCT date must be within 6 months of inerview), CESR or European Community Rights
- MBChB
- Appropriate higher surgical qualifications (e.g. FRCS)
Desirable
- Postgraduate thesis/Higher Degree (e.g. MD/Ph.D)
Training
Essential
- Clinical training and experience equivalent to that required for gaining UK CCT in relevant specialty
- Ability to offer expert clinical opinion on a range of problems
- Ability to take full and independent responsibility for clinical care of patients
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Good communication skills, especially with patients, relatives, GPs, colleagues, nursing staff and management.
- Ability to organise and manage outpatient and operative priorities
- Ability to contribute to multi-disciplinary team working, medical directorate and working parties as appropriate
Desirable
- Previous experience of a management or leadership role.
- Ability to advise on efficiency and smooth running of specialist service and contribute to service development
Teaching
Essential
- Ability to teach clinical skills, teach and lecture on specialty
- Experience in teaching and supervision of resident doctors and undergraduate students, along with other AHPs
- Operative teaching to resident doctors and colleagues
Desirable
- GMC accredited clinical and educational supervisor status
Personal/Disposition
Essential
- Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team
- Ability to collaboratively formulate and work to a job plan
- Insight into personal strengths and weaknesses
- Amenable, honest and reliable
- Caring and responsible attitude to colleagues and patients
- Ability to communicate effectively with patients, relatives, GPs, Opticians, nurses and other agencies
- Ability to work under pressure
- Commitment to Continuing Professional Development
- Good time management skills
- Aligned to NHS and Trust values
Desirable
- Willingness to undertake additional professional responsibilities at local, regional or national levels
Person Specification
Attainments
Essential
- Full GMC Registration
- Entry on GMC specialist register via CCT(proposed CCT date must be within 6 months of inerview), CESR or European Community Rights
- MBChB
- Appropriate higher surgical qualifications (e.g. FRCS)
Desirable
- Postgraduate thesis/Higher Degree (e.g. MD/Ph.D)
Training
Essential
- Clinical training and experience equivalent to that required for gaining UK CCT in relevant specialty
- Ability to offer expert clinical opinion on a range of problems
- Ability to take full and independent responsibility for clinical care of patients
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Good communication skills, especially with patients, relatives, GPs, colleagues, nursing staff and management.
- Ability to organise and manage outpatient and operative priorities
- Ability to contribute to multi-disciplinary team working, medical directorate and working parties as appropriate
Desirable
- Previous experience of a management or leadership role.
- Ability to advise on efficiency and smooth running of specialist service and contribute to service development
Teaching
Essential
- Ability to teach clinical skills, teach and lecture on specialty
- Experience in teaching and supervision of resident doctors and undergraduate students, along with other AHPs
- Operative teaching to resident doctors and colleagues
Desirable
- GMC accredited clinical and educational supervisor status
Personal/Disposition
Essential
- Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team
- Ability to collaboratively formulate and work to a job plan
- Insight into personal strengths and weaknesses
- Amenable, honest and reliable
- Caring and responsible attitude to colleagues and patients
- Ability to communicate effectively with patients, relatives, GPs, Opticians, nurses and other agencies
- Ability to work under pressure
- Commitment to Continuing Professional Development
- Good time management skills
- Aligned to NHS and Trust values
Desirable
- Willingness to undertake additional professional responsibilities at local, regional or national levels
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).
