Consultant Ophthalmologist Specializing in Glaucoma

3 weeks ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom Barts Health NHS Trust Full time

Position Overview

Barts Health NHS Trust

Consultant Ophthalmologist with a Focus on Glaucoma

Role Type: Full-Time

Barts Health NHS Trust stands as one of the foremost NHS Trusts in the UK, recognized for its commitment to delivering exceptional healthcare services. The Trust encompasses several prominent hospitals, including St Bartholomew's Hospital and The Royal London Hospital.

We are currently seeking applications for two fixed-term Consultant positions, specifically targeting candidates with a specialization in Glaucoma.

We are in search of two enthusiastic and skilled professionals to fill these roles, primarily based at our esteemed hospital.

Key Responsibilities

These full-time positions are integral to a busy Ophthalmology department. The selected candidates will collaborate with a well-established, multidisciplinary team of Ophthalmic professionals.

We expect the successful candidates to actively engage in the management and enhancement of the service, ensuring the provision of high-quality care while supporting an active training program for junior staff.

The hospital is undergoing significant redevelopment, presenting a unique opportunity to contribute to the future of Ophthalmic care delivery.

About Barts Health NHS Trust

Barts Health is among the largest NHS Trusts in the country, with a strong reputation for excellence in healthcare.

Our organization is embarking on an exciting journey of improvement, aiming to achieve outstanding status and a world-class clinical reputation. Having successfully moved beyond special measures, we are now focused on enhancing our services for the benefit of our patients.

Our vision is to be recognized as a high-performing group of NHS hospitals, dedicated to providing safe, compassionate, and innovative care to our patients in east London and beyond. This commitment extends to creating an exceptional workplace where our core values are evident and guide our collaborative efforts.

We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment where every team member feels valued and supported, embracing diversity as a strength.

Candidate Profile

Qualifications

Essential Requirements:

  • FRCOphth or equivalent qualification
  • Fellowship in Glaucoma or equivalent training

Desirable Qualifications:

  • Experience as a Consultant with a sub-specialty in Glaucoma
  • Advanced academic qualifications or awards

Experience Requirements

Essential Skills:

  • Proficient in managing glaucoma and primary eye care conditions
  • Skilled in cataract surgery
  • Experienced in glaucoma filtration and shunt procedures
  • Familiar with minimally invasive glaucoma surgery (MIGS)

Desirable Skills:

  • Management experience in a clinical setting
  • Involvement as a principal investigator in clinical research
  • Practical experience in service development

Professional Skills

Essential Skills:

  • Leadership in clinical settings
  • Collaboration within multidisciplinary teams
  • Mentoring junior doctors and allied health professionals
  • Engagement in clinical governance and audits

Desirable Skills:

  • Completion of a Training the Trainer course
  • Experience as an ARCP assessor

Personal Attributes

Essential Attributes:

  • Team-oriented and adaptable
  • Patient-centered approach
  • Innovative mindset

Desirable Attributes:

  • Recent feedback from a 360-degree evaluation

Record Keeping

Essential Requirement:

  • Clear and accurate clinical documentation

Desirable Requirement:

  • Experience with electronic patient record systems


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