Consultant Ophthalmologist with an Interest In Glaucoma

Job title:

Consultant Ophthalmologist with an Interest In Glaucoma

Company

British Medical Journal

Job description

We are looking to appoint to whole-Time Consultant Ophthalmologist with an interest in Glaucoma to be employed by Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.We would welcome applications from candidates across the full spectrum of experience, from those who have recently completed training to those who have well-established careers.Should any further vacancies arise shortlisted applicants will be considered.Main duties of the jobThe appointee will, together with Consultant colleagues, be responsible for the provision of a comprehensive, effective and modern Ophthalmology service, practising 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.Appointments are made to the Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and the person appointed is required to be sufficiently flexible to undertake their main clinical duties at any of the sites within the Trust and/or to change their base hospital.The successful candidate will work according to the terms and conditions of the national consultant contract.About usLocated on rolling hills and dissected by river valleys, Sheffield is one of the greenest and most wooded cities in Europe. More than a third of the city lies inside the beautiful Peak District National Park, and it is virtually surrounded by open countryside. Its central location and excellent transport links also means it is less than two hours from most major metropolitan areas.Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK’s busiest and most successful NHS foundation trusts. This is an exceptional opportunity to join an award winning and internationally recognised team, with a focus on innovation, research and high quality care, as well as family friendly working, and we are keen to discuss with individuals about how we can support their ambitions.Job description
Job responsibilitiesPlease refer to the supporting job description and person specification which will outline the duties of the role including an indicative job plan.Applications from those unable, for personal reasons, to work on a whole time basis or a job share basis will be considered.The successful candidate must be registered with the GMC with a valid licence to practice. For further information please visit the GMC website and click on the Registration and Licensing link. You will also have completed Specialist Training (or equivalent) and be entered on the Specialist Register of the GMC, or have a CCT date within six months of the date of interview.Non-UK/EEA applicants should ensure they are aware of the recent changes to the Immigration rules. For further information on how this may affect your application visit the UK Government website.Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust promotes Equality of opportunity and Diversity within the workplace.Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

  • Full registration (with a licence to practise) with the General Medical Council (GMC).
  • Name on the specialist register for relevant specialty or eligible within 6 months of the date of the interview. If an applicant is UK trained, they must also be a holder of a Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT), or be within six months of award of CCT by date of interview.

Desirable

  • MD or PhD or equivalent
  • Further qualifications in research methods, teaching and/or management

Clinical experience
Essential

  • Evidence of subspecialist training in Glaucoma. (TSC or equivalent).
  • Glaucoma surgical experience including MIGS related cataract surgery
  • Ability to work as an independent practitioner.

Desirable

  • Completion of Glaucoma Fellowship.
  • Evidence of delivering training of small incision cataract surgery.

Research
Essential

  • Ability to critically assess published research and incorporate it into clinical practice where appropriate
  • Ability to apply research outcomes to clinical and surgical problems

Desirable

  • Publications in Peer reviewed journals.

Teaching and training
Essential

  • Experience of teaching student doctors and doctors in training at all levels
  • Evidence of past training and on-going CPD as an Educator
  • To have the ability to teach to all groups of staff

Desirable

  • Advanced Teaching Qualification

Continuous Professional Development
Essential

  • Evidence of participation in CME/CPD in the last 12 months

Desirable

  • Maintenance of a CPD diary or portfolio

Management and Administration
Essential

  • Evidence of the understanding of the systems and structures of NHS Management

Clinical governance and audit
Essential

  • Experience in performing clinical audit

Desirable

  • Completion and publication of a substantive audit project or service improvement project

Personal attributes
Essential

  • Demonstrates behaviour consistent with PROUD values (see appendix)
  • Good oral and written communication skills

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Expected salary

£105504 – 139882 per year

Location

Sheffield

Job date

Wed, 30 Oct 2024 05:15:04 GMT

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