Consultant in Paediatric Ophthalmology
4 weeks ago
Consultant in Paediatric Ophthalmology & Adult Strabismus
Employer Location Plymouth Salary Depending on experience per annum Closing date 29 Feb 2024View more
Profession , , Grade Contract Type Hours Setting You need to or to save a job. We are looking for a bright enthusiastic Ophthalmologist to join our expanding Ophthalmology department. This individual should have a sound general ophthalmic training and additionally should have sub-specialist training in Paediatrics and Strabismus .
The successful candidate is expected to be on the specialist register, or eligible to enter the specialist register within the next six months. They will be joining the largest ophthalmic centre in the Southwest Peninsula, with a catchment population of 500,000 and an extended area of 2,000,000 for tertiary services in some ophthalmologic services.
Main duties of the job
A working week for a full-time consultant is comprised of 10 programmed activities (PAs) each of which has a nominal timetable value of 4 hours.
We are the ROP treatment hub for the Southwest Peninsula. The candidate will be expected to participate in the existing rota for ROP screening and treatment. Previous experience would be desirable, but training can be provided onsite if required.
The job plan listed in the job description is for indicative purpose only and the final plan will be agreed with the Clinical Director after appointment.
As a teaching hospital department you will have the opportunity to teach, train and develop the next generation of medical professionals, as well as be involved in a variety of research projects.
About us
You will work together with our established Consultants Miss L Dujardin and Miss E Gajdosova. Other members of the team will include doctors, advanced clinical practitioners, optometrists, nurses and ophthalmic trainees from the competitive Peninsula Deanery School of Ophthalmology. Being a good team worker and leader will be essential in the role.
We are a forward looking department and are embracing modern concepts such as the use of virtual clinics, high volume cataract surgery and the development of extended practice roles.
We have recently moved to our brand new stand alone REI Ophthalmic Unit by Derriford Hospital, where you will find room and excellent support to innovate in service provision.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Essential
Desirable
Education and professional qualifications
FRCOphth, MRCOphth or equivalent
Full GMC registration
Entry on GMC specialist register
Higher research degree
Postgraduate prizes and awards
Other medical qualifications Experience outside specialty
Knowledge/Previous experience in subspecialty
Sub-specialty training (fellowship level or equivalent) in Paediatric Ophthalmology and Adult Strabismus
Evidence of ability to perform advanced subspecialty specific surgery.
Sub-specialty interest within paediatric ophthalmology to complement existing Consultants.
ROP Treater experience
Attended appropriate courses/meetings in the last 3 years relevant to the specialty.
Understanding of NHS
Research & Clinical Audit
Understanding of research methodology and ethics
Experience in audit at local level
Interest in clinical research evidenced by publications and participation in research projects.
Presentations at local/ regional/national/ international meetings
Relevant audit projects
Statistical Knowledge
Teaching
Evidence of enthusiasm and experiencing teaching undergraduates, postgraduates, and other healthcare professionals
Evidence of experience and ability in teaching
Supervision of projects
Training the trainers course or equivalent
Qualification in medical education
Communication & interpersonal skills
Ability to lead and work with a multidisciplinary team.
Ability to delegate appropriately.
Willingness to become part of existing ophthalmology team.
Communication skills, particularly in dealing with other medical teams and parents.
Prepared to put patients interests above all other.
Good presentation skills.
Track record of leadership positions and with evidence of success withing those roles
Information technology skills
Management
Managerial experience demonstrating an improvement in services.
Attendance at recognized management course
Management qualification
Practical Requirements
Commitment to continuing personal professional development.
Flexible/Adaptable with any reasonable adjustment to take account of any local requirement or disability.
Native English speaker or relevant language qualification.
Full UK Driving Licence
Person Specification
Desirable
Desirable
Qualificaitons
Essential
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