Clinical Fellow – Ophthalmology

Job summary TRUST FELLOW Initially 6 months with option to extend to 12 months. Full time or part time considered. The post is suitable to those wishing to get additional experience to enter training at ST3 level, gain experience to count towards CESR accreditation, or gain UK based experience. Previous clinical fellows have secured fellowships at major UK institutions and successfully applied for RCO consultant accreditation. We have an excellent track record in successful CESR applications and the current post holder is leaving to enter ST3 Training post. This post offers clinical and surgical experience equivalent to our training posts, including carrying out work based assessments suitable for a Royal College e-portfolio, and opportunities for ocular surgery. Time is also given to attend regular regional post-graduate teaching / educational events. The post holder will participate in outpatient clinics, operating sessions and primary care session, including on-call. Main duties of the job The post offers comprehensive experience in all aspects of ophthalmology in a well-supported and closely supervised environment. Appropriate clinical and educational supervision is provided within the department. Previous post holders have used the post to gain experience towards UK consultant accreditation. In addition, ophthalmologists with limited UK experience but on the GMCs specialist register have used the post to gain supervised training before progressing to further UK fellowships and subsequent consultant employment. Person Specification Qualifications Essential FRCOphth part 1 or equivalent Full GMC registration with a licence to practice Desirable FRCOphth or equivalent Experience Essential Two years' experience in general ophthalmology 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. Certificate of Sponsorship 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. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. Employer details Employer name South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Address The James Cook University Hospital Middlesbrough TS4 3BW

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