Locum Consultant Ophthalmologist with special interest in Cataract

1 week ago

Sidcup, Greater London, United Kingdom King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Full time

Job summary

This is a fixed term, fulltime, clinical post for one year (extendable by mutual agreement). It will be based mainly at King's College Hospital's Queen Mary's Hospital, Sidcup (QMS) and Princess Royal Farnborough sites, though potentially at any of the King's sites as appropriate. The individual will be required to play an active role in the general workload of the department while having a significant commitment to teaching and training of junior staff.

The post holder will also have the opportunity work with service leadership and local clinical commissioning groups to develop and improve existing pathways for high volume cataract surgery and streamline processes to maximise theatre efficiency for Ophthalmic surgery at Queen Mary's and Princess Royal University Hospitals.

Main duties of the job

The remit for this post will be to provide consultant support focusing on delivering high volume cataract surgery. There may be a requirement to work at any of the Trust's sites depending on clinical and service need.

There is no fixed job plan as the postholder will be expected to cover vacancies in the cataract service due to annual and study leave. Depending on the demands of the service the postholder may be required to cover the Emergency service or other clinical sessions as appropriate. There will be an average of 8 clinical sessions per week, with the remainder being allocated for Supporting Professional and/or other Activities. The On-Call commitment is classed as Category B. Weekly timetables will be provided to the post holder with a minimum 6 weeks' notice.

As a senior employee of the Trust you will work in close co-operation with, and support other clinical, medical professional and managerial colleagues in providing high quality healthcare to the Trust's patients.

About us

King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's largest and busiest teaching Trusts with a turnover of c£1 billion, million patient contacts a year and more than 15,000 staff based across South East London. The Trust provides a full range of local and specialist services across its five sites. The trust-wide strategy of Strong Roots, Global Reachis our Vision to be BOLD, Brilliant people, Outstanding care, Leaders in Research, Innovation and Education, Diversity, Equality and Inclusion at the heart of everything we do. By being person-centred, digitally-enabled, and focused on sustainability, we aim to take Team King's to another level.

King's is committed to delivering Sustainable Healthcare for All via our Green Plan. In line with national Greener NHS ambitions, we have set net zero carbon targets of 2040 for our NHS Carbon Footprint and 2045 for our NHS Carbon Footprint Plus. Everyone's contribution is required in order to meet the goals set out in our Green Plan and we encourage all staff to work responsibly, minimising their contributions to the Trust's carbon emissions, waste and pollution wherever possible.

This is an exciting opportunity to be a part of our dedicated workforce and join one of the largest and most successful Foundation Trusts in the UK with an international reputation for innovation and the desire to make a difference.

Job description

Job responsibilities

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Together with the other Ophthalmologists, to provide a service for Ophthalmology patients across all sites. This includes all aspects of treatment and relevant management duties for the proper functioning of the department.

2. Shared responsibility with the other Consultants for providing 24 hour, 7 day a week cover for the Unit on a rota basis. Responsible also for covering colleagues periods of annual leave and short-term sickness.

3. Provide clinical supervision of junior medical staff as a shared responsibility with other consultant colleagues.

4. Responsible for carrying out teaching, examination and accreditation duties as required and contributing to CPD and clinical governance initiatives.

5. Responsible for outpatient clinic commitments in peripheral hospitals as agreed with the Divisional management team.

6. Contribute to departmental research interests in accordance with the Trusts R&D framework.

7. Contribute to the audit programmes, Morbidity and Mortality, clinical governance programs and learning from Deaths.

8. Take an active role in the formulation, implementation and monitoring of the departments/ Divisions Business Plan. This may include assisting with discussions regarding service plans and developments with internal and external agencies.

9. Conduct all activities within the contracted level of service and operating plan for service(s).

10. Exercise professional leadership for all staff working in the specialty. This will include fostering and developing projects focused towards these ends and ensuring that the momentum of post-qualification professional education and other appropriate training is maintained.

11. Work in conjunction with clinical and other professional colleagues to ensure that the productivity of staff within the specialty is maintained and their job satisfaction is enhanced. This may include involvement in the appraisal process for peers and/or junior colleagues.

12. Undertake Divisional management duties as agreed with the Divisional/departmental Manager/Clinical Director.

13. Be aware of, and comply with, all Trust infection prevention and control policies, to include hand hygiene, personal hygiene, environmental and food hygiene.

14. Prepare for and undertake the protective interventions that you are responsible for in a manner that is consistent with evidence-based practice and maintaining patient safety.

You must be fully registered with the GMC and hold a Licence to Practice and be on the Specialist Register, or within six months of attaining your CCT or equivalent to be eligible for interview.

The postholder will have regular contact with vulnerable adults and/or children (0-18 years), therefore 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

  • Locum Consultant Ophthalmologist with special interest in Cataract

    1 week ago

    Sidcup, Greater London, United Kingdom King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    This is a fixed term, fulltime, clinical post for one year (extendable by mutual agreement). It will be based mainly at King's College Hospital's Queen Mary's Hospital, Sidcup (QMS) and Princess Royal Farnborough sites, though potentially at any of the King's sites as appropriate. The individual will be required to play an active role in the general workload...

  • VR Clinical Fellow Ophthalmology

    1 week ago

    Sidcup, Greater London, United Kingdom King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    Job summary Clinical fellowship in vitro-retinal for ophthalmology is available for a fixed term period to cover maternity leave. The post is cross-site, based at Queen Mary's Hospital in Sidcup, and the main King's college hospital site at Denmark Hill. the post will be a combination of out-patient clinics, theatre lists and on call commitments. The...

  • Band 7 Senior Liver Research Nurse

    7 days ago

    Sidcup, Greater London, United Kingdom King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    Job OverviewClinical fellowship in vitro-retinal for ophthalmology available for a term period to cover maternity leave.Post based at Queen Mary's Hospital in Sidcup and King's College Hospital site at Denmark Hill for out-patient clinics, theatre lists, and on-call commitments.Clinical duties involve investigating and treating patients with retinal diseases...

  • Paediatric Senior Staff Nurse

    7 days ago

    Sidcup, Greater London, United Kingdom King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    Job overview This is a fixed term, fulltime, clinical post for one year (extendable by mutual agreement). It will be based mainly at King's College Hospital's Queen Mary's Hospital, Sidcup (QMS) and Princess Royal Farnborough sites, though potentially at any of the King's sites as appropriate. The individual will be required to play an active role in the...

  • Occupational Therapist

    7 days ago

    Sidcup, Greater London, United Kingdom Piers Meadows Recruitment Full time

    New Band 6 Occupational Therapist Role Long term locum role To start ASAP Full time and possible part time Must be a car driver- experience of working with older adults desirableBenefits of registering with Piers Meadows Recruitment We have been supplying locums since 1999 so you're in safe and experienced hands Free DBS and compliance service including paid...

  • Receptionist

    1 week ago

    Sidcup, Greater London, United Kingdom Parkvets Ltd Full time

    Starting salary from: £19,506.24 per yearPLEASE DO NOT APPLY IF YOU DO NOT HAVE A FULL DRIVING LICENSE AND A ROAD WORTHY CAR THAT YOU WILL HAVE FULL ACCESS TO.This is a varied and exciting role for the right person living in and around the Sidcup, Hayes, Chislehurst, Pettswood, Belvedere, Eltham, Longfield, and Swanley areas.If you enjoy providing great...

  • Van Driver

    7 days ago

    Sidcup, Greater London, United Kingdom Swanstaff Ltd Full time

    We are looking for a dedicated Van Driver to join our client's team in Sidcup, DA14. Our client specializes in designing and producing custom door systems for mental health and challenging environments. **Hours:** 7am - 4pm, Monday to Friday Responsibilities and duties: Safely operate company vans to deliver goods to specified locations. Load and unload...

  • Term Time Qualified Nursery Practitioner

    7 days ago

    Sidcup, Greater London, United Kingdom Quint Education Full time

    Part Time Level 3 Nursery AssistantRequirements:Two satisfactory relevant referencesSatisfactory DBS disclosure checkDesirableRelevant skills for working with groups of children aged 0-5 yearsLocation - Sidcup - DA14Hours - Term Time 9am-2pmPay - Depending on experienceMain Duties: To implement policies and the Staff Rules. To have an understanding of...

  • Senior Structural Engineer

    1 week ago

    Sidcup, Greater London, United Kingdom ICE Recruit Full time

    Senior Structural Engineer Sidcup, Kent MR500 Salary up to £50,000 + Benefits I am actively seeking an experienced Senior Structural Engineer to join a friendly, well-established team of Engineers and Technicians in a vibrant multidisciplinary design Consultancy based in the Kent office. Our client has a great reputation and is currently involved in...

  • Procurement Administrator

    7 days ago

    Sidcup, Greater London, United Kingdom Braundton Consulting Limited (Recruitment) Full time

    Procurement Administrator Sidcup_- £25,000_ Monday to Friday 8:30am 5:00pm_The role is both varied and interesting. It will deal with the administration off all aspects of finance, commerce, international trade, logistics, demand planning, foreign exchange, markets and purchasing.The purpose of this role is to ensure that the Client's SAP Procurement...

  • Primary Sen Teaching Assistant

    7 days ago

    Sidcup, Greater London, United Kingdom New Formation Education Full time

    Role:Primary School Unqualified SEN Teaching Assistant - Immediate StartLocation: SidcupAre you passionate about working with children in education?Are you interested in supporting children with additional needs?Are you an upbeat individual with a drive to learn and grow in a Teaching Assistant role?Here at New Formation, we are working with many schools...

  • Paryoll Assistant

    7 days ago

    Sidcup, Greater London, United Kingdom Braundton Consulting Limited Full time

    Payroll AdministratorPermanent - Hybrid (37.5 hour week) - 2 x days WFH- 3 days working in the office SidcupSalary COMPETITIVEThis Superb organisation situated in superb offices in Sidcup are part of a major organisation but have a really personable feel about them and such a welcoming happy team to be part of.This busy Payroll position will see you...

  • Domestic Assistant

    7 days ago

    Sidcup, Greater London, United Kingdom Avante Full time

    Job Title - Domestic AssistantReports to - Team LeaderResponsible for - There are no subordinate staff reporting to the post holder.Job ContextAvante Care and Support is a major provider of quality residential and community care for older people and those with special needs in Kent and South-east London.Job LocationThe post will be based at one of the...

  • Maintenance Technician – Northbourne Court, Sidcup

    1 week ago

    Sidcup, Greater London, United Kingdom Avante Care & Support Full time

    Job description Avante Care & Support is a Registered Charity supporting over older people through our registered nursing and dementia care homes and home care services. We are proud to be a well-established not for profit organisation, with an experienced and skilled workforce. We are committed to making a positive difference to both individuals and...

  • Locum Consultant Ophthalmologist with special interest in Cataract

    4 weeks ago

    Sidcup, United Kingdom King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    Job summary This is a fixed term, fulltime, clinical post for one year (extendable by mutual agreement). It will be based mainly at King's College Hospital's Queen Mary's Hospital, Sidcup (QMS) and Princess Royal Farnborough sites, though potentially at any of the King's sites as appropriate. The individual will be required to play an active role in...

  • Locum Consultant Ophthalmologist with special interest in Cataract

    3 weeks ago

    Sidcup, United Kingdom King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    Job summary This is a fixed term, fulltime, clinical post for one year (extendable by mutual agreement). It will be based mainly at King's College Hospital's Queen Mary's Hospital, Sidcup (QMS) and Princess Royal Farnborough sites, though potentially at any of the King's sites as appropriate. The individual will be required to play an active role in...

  • Locum Consultant Ophthalmologist with special interest in Cataract

    4 weeks ago

    Sidcup, United Kingdom King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    This is a fixed term, fulltime, clinical post for one year (extendable by mutual agreement). It will be based mainly at King's College Hospital's Queen Mary's Hospital, Sidcup (QMS) and Princess Royal Farnborough sites, though potentially at any of the King's sites as appropriate. The individual will be required to play an active role in the general workload...

  • Locum Consultant Ophthalmologist with special interest in Cataract

    3 weeks ago

    Sidcup, United Kingdom King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    This is a fixed term, fulltime, clinical post for one year (extendable by mutual agreement). It will be based mainly at King's College Hospital's Queen Mary's Hospital, Sidcup (QMS) and Princess Royal Farnborough sites, though potentially at any of the King's sites as appropriate. The individual will be required to play an active role in the general workload...

  • Locum Consultant Ophthalmologist with special interest in Cataract

    2 weeks ago

    Sidcup, United Kingdom King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    This is a fixed term, fulltime, clinical post for one year (extendable by mutual agreement). It will be based mainly at King's College Hospital's Queen Mary's Hospital, Sidcup (QMS) and Princess Royal Farnborough sites, though potentially at any of the King's sites as appropriate. The individual will be required to play an active role in the...

  • Locum Consultant Ophthalmologist with special interest in Cataract

    4 weeks ago

    Sidcup, United Kingdom King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    This is a fixed term, fulltime, clinical post for one year (extendable by mutual agreement). It will be based mainly at King's College Hospital's Queen Mary's Hospital, Sidcup (QMS) and Princess Royal Farnborough sites, though potentially at any of the King's sites as appropriate. The individual will be required to play an active role in the general workload...

  • Locum Consultant Ophthalmologist with special interest in Cataract

    3 weeks ago

    Sidcup, United Kingdom King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    This is a fixed term, fulltime, clinical post for one year (extendable by mutual agreement). It will be based mainly at King's College Hospital's Queen Mary's Hospital, Sidcup (QMS) and Princess Royal Farnborough sites, though potentially at any of the King's sites as appropriate. The individual will be required to play an active role in the general workload...

  • Locum Consultant Ophthalmologist with special interest in Cataract

    3 weeks ago

    Sidcup, United Kingdom Golden Bees Full time

    This is a fixed term, fulltime, clinical post for one year (extendable by mutual agreement). It will be based mainly at King's College Hospital's Queen Mary's Hospital, Sidcup (QMS) and Princess Royal Farnborough sites, though potentially at any of the King's sites as appropriate. The individual will be required to play an active role in the general workload...

  • Locum Consultant Ophthalmologist with special interest in Cataract

    4 weeks ago

    Sidcup, Kent, United Kingdom King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    This is a fixed term, fulltime, clinical post for one year (extendable by mutual agreement). It will be based mainly at King's College Hospital's Queen Mary's Hospital, Sidcup (QMS) and Princess Royal Farnborough sites, though potentially at any of the King's sites as appropriate. The individual will be required to play an active role in the...

  • Locum Consultant Ophthalmologist with special interest in Cataract

    3 weeks ago

    Sidcup, Kent, United Kingdom King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    This is a fixed term, fulltime, clinical post for one year (extendable by mutual agreement). It will be based mainly at King's College Hospital's Queen Mary's Hospital, Sidcup (QMS) and Princess Royal Farnborough sites, though potentially at any of the King's sites as appropriate. The individual will be required to play an active role in the...

  • Locum Consultant Ophthalmologist with special interest in Cataract

    3 weeks ago

    Sidcup, Kent, United Kingdom King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    This is a fixed term, fulltime, clinical post for one year (extendable by mutual agreement). It will be based mainly at King's College Hospital's Queen Mary's Hospital, Sidcup (QMS) and Princess Royal Farnborough sites, though potentially at any of the King's sites as appropriate. The individual will be required to play an active role in the...

  • Locum Consultant Ophthalmologist with special interest in Cataract

    3 weeks ago

    Sidcup, Kent, United Kingdom King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    This is a fixed term, fulltime, clinical post for one year (extendable by mutual agreement). It will be based mainly at King's College Hospital's Queen Mary's Hospital, Sidcup (QMS) and Princess Royal Farnborough sites, though potentially at any of the King's sites as appropriate. The individual will be required to play an active role in the...

  • Locum Consultant Ophthalmologist with special interest in Cataract

    3 weeks ago

    Sidcup, United Kingdom King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    Registerable medical qualification Full MRCOphth Desirable Other higher degree or diploma (e.g., MD) Experience Essential Wide experience in all aspects of Ophthalmology, culminating in award of Certificate of Completion of Training by GMC, or award of Certificate of Eligibility for Specialty Registration (CESR) by GMC Competence in...

  • Locum Consultant Ophthalmologist

    2 weeks ago

    Sidcup, United Kingdom King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    This is a fixed term, fulltime, clinical post for one year (extendable by mutual agreement). It will be based mainly at King's College Hospital's Queen Mary's Hospital, Sidcup (QMS) and Princess Royal Farnborough sites, though potentially at any of the King's sites as appropriate. The individual will be required to play an active role in the general workload...

  • Locum Consultant Ophthalmologist

    4 weeks ago

    Sidcup, Kent, United Kingdom King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    This is a fixed term, fulltime, clinical post for one year (extendable by mutual agreement). It will be based mainly at King's College Hospital's Queen Mary's Hospital, Sidcup (QMS) and Princess Royal Farnborough sites, though potentially at any of the King's sites as appropriate. The individual will be required to play an active role in the general workload...

  • Locum Consultant Ophthalmologist

    3 weeks ago

    Sidcup, Kent, United Kingdom King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    This is a fixed term, fulltime, clinical post for one year (extendable by mutual agreement). It will be based mainly at King's College Hospital's Queen Mary's Hospital, Sidcup (QMS) and Princess Royal Farnborough sites, though potentially at any of the King's sites as appropriate. The individual will be required to play an active role in the general workload...

  • Locum Consultant Ophthalmologist

    3 weeks ago

    Sidcup, Kent, United Kingdom King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    This is a fixed term, fulltime, clinical post for one year (extendable by mutual agreement). It will be based mainly at King's College Hospital's Queen Mary's Hospital, Sidcup (QMS) and Princess Royal Farnborough sites, though potentially at any of the King's sites as appropriate. The individual will be required to play an active role in the general workload...

  • Locum Consultant Ophthalmologist

    3 weeks ago

    Sidcup, Kent, United Kingdom King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    This is a fixed term, fulltime, clinical post for one year (extendable by mutual agreement). It will be based mainly at King's College Hospital's Queen Mary's Hospital, Sidcup (QMS) and Princess Royal Farnborough sites, though potentially at any of the King's sites as appropriate. The individual will be required to play an active role in the general workload...

  • VR Clinical Fellow Ophthalmology

    4 weeks ago

    Sidcup, United Kingdom King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    Job summary Clinical fellowship in vitro-retinal for ophthalmology is available for a fixed term period to cover maternity leave. The post is cross-site, based at Queen Mary's Hospital in Sidcup, and the main King's college hospital site at Denmark Hill. the post will be a combination of out-patient clinics, theatre lists and on call commitments. ...

  • VR Clinical Fellow Ophthalmology

    4 weeks ago

    Sidcup, United Kingdom King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    Clinical fellowship in vitro-retinal for ophthalmology is available for a fixed term period to cover maternity leave. The post is cross-site, based at Queen Mary's Hospital in Sidcup, and the main King's college hospital site at Denmark Hill. the post will be a combination of out-patient clinics, theatre lists and on call commitments. The clinical duties...