Job summary
We are looking to recruit to a 12 months fixed term, 10PA, Specialty Doctor post in Ophthalmology. The role will deliver clinical activity across several subspecialties within Ophthalmology. There will be opportunities to become more deeply involved in specific areas of interest with evidence of appropriate aptitude. The post will assist the department to deliver the required access times for patients.
The department has a proven track record of supporting and encouraging specialty doctors to gain experience in a variety of ophthalmic sub-specialties including an opportunity to train in Phaco cataract surgery and possibly gain experience to have access to GMS Specialist register through CESR.
Main duties of the job
The principal role of the post-holder is to be an active member of the clinical team undertaking outpatient and acute access clinics across a variety of subspecialties within Ophthalmology including medical retina, glaucoma, neuro-ophthalmology, anterior segment, vitreo-retinal and eye casualty.
- To provide high quality ophthalmic assessment, treatment and management for service users.
- To provide clinical activity that is efficient to optimise access times for patients.
- To deal with clinical queries that arise from personal clinical activity and that of peers.
To be aware of clinical governance and clinical risk
- management and take an active role in their implementation.
- To contribute to the learning experience of Specialty Registrar Trainees within the department as well as teaching and training medical and other students as well as other members of the MDT.
- To work seamlessly and respectfully as part of the wider team involving other Trust Specialties, nursing, technicians, allied health professions, administrative and theatre staff.
- To contribute to academic, audit and clinical governance issues within the department and the Trust.
- To organise their workload in a manner that is consistent with good practice as laid out in the Trust's Policy for Management of Waiting Lists and Times.
About us
There has never been a more exciting time to join West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust! Major redevelopment works are planned as part of the New Hospital Programme. These will be most dramatic at Watford General Hospital where up to 90% of buildings will be new.
The trust has recently gained 'teaching hospital' status which reflects the dedicated work of many teams and individuals who have set the standard for delivering high quality training, learning and education at all levels of the workforce.
We are a flexible working employer
At West Herts we recognise the importance of a good work life balance and the ability to work flexibly. We are delighted to offer a variety of flexible working options for all staff. Please check out our web page for more information.
https://www.westhertshospitals.nhs.uk/flexibleworking/
We encourage and welcome people with disabilities. If you need help, please ask.
We reserve the right to close this advert early due to the volume of applicants. Please apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
If you do not hear back within 3 weeks of your application, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The job plan for the role is:
- 8 PA fixed clinical sessions
- 1 PA for administrative duties
- 1 PA for Supported Professional Activity
In addition to the duties and responsibilities listed, the jobholder may be required to perform other duties assigned by the supervisor/manager from time to time.
Person Specification
Education and qualifications:
Essential
- Full GMC registration with a license to practice.
Desirable
- Post Graduate Diploma in Ophthalmology.
- MRCOphth / FRCOphth or equivalent qualification.
Knowledge:
Essential
- A number of years full time post graduate training (or equivalent on a part-time or flexible basis), at some of which will be in Ophthalmology.
- Wide clinical experience in general ophthalmology.
Desirable
- Operating skills Experience / interest in teaching Teaching skill courses.
Experience:
Essential
- Experience in dealing with large numbers of outpatients.
- Understanding of the role of Clinical Audit within a service.
- Research and evidence-based practice.
Desirable
- Relevant experience in undertaking and organising Audit.
- Research and publications relevant to post.
- Undertaken relevant courses.
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 .
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UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
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Employer details
Employer name
West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
Address
Watford General Hospital
Watford
WD18 0HB