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Ophthalmology Specialty Doctor
2 weeks ago
Job summary
Come and join our forward thinking and supportive Ophthalmology team.
We are looking to appoint an innovative and high performing Specialty Doctor with independent out-patient clinic practice specialising in Medical Retina and Emergency sub-specialties. The ability to undertake macular injections is desirable.
Othersub speciality interest would be considered which would be discussed upon interview / appointment based upon experience and service need.
The department is a teaching environment supporting the educational and clinical development of junior trainees and non-medical teams (including Nurse Practitioners, ACPs, Orthoptists and Optometrists) to support their development within extended roles.
Main duties of the job
We are looking for an individual with specialist experience to provide new and follow-up out-patient clinics, primarily across Medical Retina and Emergency eye care. Depending on experience other sub-specialty clinics may be available depending on service need.
The post holder will be part of the emergency eye clinic team undertaking outpatient clinics along with triage from primary care and internal ED departments across site.
There is also the expectation to join the tier 1 non-resident on-call rota and support ward rounds.
About us
CHFT has 2 main sites, Ophthalmology being based in Acre Mills Out-patients, Huddersfield and Calderdale Royal Hospital, Halifax.
The Trust is currently one of the most digitised in the country. Along with using Medisoft (upgrade to MediSight October 2023) and an electronic referral portal from community Optometry, this makes us currently one of the most paper-light and digitised Ophthalmology Departments in the country.
The department is undertaking a number of transformational projects internally and working in partnership with WYAAT on a number of sub-specialty projects to standardise pathways of care. We also continue our collaborative working with local Optometrists and the CCG to deliver new and patient centred community schemes to meet the demands of our local population.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This is a 12 month, fixed term post.
It is an excellent opportunity to join a dynamic and motivated team comprising 18 Consultants, 7 Specialty and Trust Grade Doctors, 4 Specialty trainees, 2 qualified ACPs, 2 Nurse Practitioners, 10 Orthoptists, 5 Optometrists and a substantial team of Ophthalmic Nurses, technicians and healthcare assistants.
Please see the attached job description included within the advert.
The department also supports requests to undertake research studies and internal audit as required.
The department also benefits from an ECLO and a team of Failsafe Co-ordinators and secretarial support, along with a supportive senior management team within the Head and Neck Directorate.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
Minimum of 3 years Post-Graduate experience with completion of Foundation Training Applicants must continue to hold a Licence to Practise MRCS or equivalent
Desirable
Relevant higher degree
Experience and Achievements
Essential
Must be able to demonstrate a varied level of sub-specialty clinical experience and competence in aspects of Ophthalmology Evidence of experience and training in assessing and treating patients in General Ophthalmology / emergency eye care clinics and on-call settings Evidence of experience and training in assessing and treating Medical retina patients Evidence of experience in planning and / or managing Ophthalmic patients within other sub-specialties
Desirable
Experience of undertaking IVI macular injections Experienced in independent cataract surgery Understanding current issues within Ophthalmology and the future direction of the specialty Understanding current issues within the wider NHS Attendance at a recognised management course Shows ability to work with and lead others across professions
Teaching and training
Essential
Experience of and enthusiasm for clinical teaching of postgraduate doctors and non-medical staff.
Desirable
Academic achievements/evidence of familiarity with research methods which have resulted in publications Training in clinical and educational supervision Attendance at a teaching course Formal qualification in teaching/education
Audit and Research
Desirable
Critical Appraisal Skills Knowledge of Audit principles and evidence of participation in and completion of audit projects Evidence of knowledge of research methodology
Disposition-Adjustment/Attitude/Commitment
Essential
Good communication and empathy skills with patients Evidence of willingness to participate in a multi-disciplinary team environment to provide an integrated service Ability to work as a member of a team, both through communication and sharing workload Ability to manage high pressure situations clinical crisis Ability to prioritise and organise workload and co-ordinate staff Ability to integrate the care of a patient by many and various other clinical staff Willingness to work flexibly to deliver clinically effective and cost effective healthcare
Practical/Intellectual Skills/Personal Qualities
Desirable
Evidence of continual learning and development Understands self (strengths and weaknesses) and impact of behaviour on others Evidence of innovation Ability to use a word processor, spreadsheet, presentation software and internet browser Ability to touch type
General
Essential
Eligibility to work in the UK Ability to work in various locations throughout the network of services provided by Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust For areas requiring EPP Clearance (Exposure Prone Procedures), this will also be a requirement of the health screening An enhanced DBS disclosure will be required with the-
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