Locum Consultant in Ophthalmology s/i in Glaucoma
University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust
Locum Consultant in Glaucoma Ophthalmology There has never been a better time to come and work at University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust. We provide the highest quality care to patients across Derbyshire, Staffordshire and the surrounding areas. You can expect huge variety and new opportunities every day! Our staff go above and beyond and take pride in caring for our patients. The candidate would join a team of 7 consultants, 4 middle grade doctors and 1 trainee offering a full range of services consistent with a large hospital. The Ophthalmology team are a friendly, dedicated and forward-thinking team within the University Hospitals of Derby and Burton. Main duties of the job
The candidate will be able to participate in departmental teaching and study opportunities and will be able to attend recognised courses where they do not compromise service delivery. The unit is supported by a full Orthoptic department and a highly trained nursing team, providing a glaucoma service, RMD service and one-stop cataract assessment. The Ophthalmology Department is primarily based at the Treatment Centre for both outpatients and day case procedures. Inpatient work and paediatrics is also carried out in the main hospital. We also provide a range of consultant outreach services in local community settings. About us
As a trusted organisation at the heart of our communities, we recognise the important role we can play in supporting the public, patients, our own people and local partners in achieving the best of health for the local population and the communities in which they live by providing Exceptional Care Together. Our fundamental Values of Compassion, Openness and Excellence underpin how we intend to work as a Trust and the associated behaviours are becoming embedded in all aspects of how we work. In return we will offer: Development opportunities, both professional and leadership development. On-going support from recruitment to when you join our team and beyond. Staff benefits including employee assistance programme, discounted gym membership, onsite fitness classes, car schemes. Job responsibilities
The post will be based at Queens Hospital, Burton but we expect flexibility to be able to work across all sites of University Hospitals of Derby and Burton Foundation Trust should the need arise. Person Specification
Qualifications
Medically qualified & possess FRCOphth or equivalent. GMC registration and a license to practice at time of application. Relevant Higher Degree or equivalent. Eligible for entry on GMC Specialist Register or within six months of receipt of Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) at time of interview and entry on GMC Specialist Register by date of commencement or evidence that the GMC is processing the Specialist Registration application (MUST be provided prior to interview). Clinical Experience
Proven clinical experience in Ophthalmology with a broad experience of the specialty, minimum of 6 years, 3 years at specialty registrar level. Experience of and undertaken Clinical audit, with recently presented findings. Higher training in glaucoma management and surgery. Filtration/tube surgery and MIGS. Management & Administrative Experience
Experience of audit management. Teaching Experience
Experience of commitment to teaching undergraduates & postgraduates. Evidence of the delivery of high-quality teaching. Postgraduate qualification in Medical Education. Research Experience
Publications in peer-reviewed journals. Other Attributes
Commitment to Continuing Medical Education & the requirements of Clinical Governance & Audit. 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.
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University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust
Locum Consultant in Glaucoma Ophthalmology There has never been a better time to come and work at University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust. We provide the highest quality care to patients across Derbyshire, Staffordshire and the surrounding areas. You can expect huge variety and new opportunities every day! Our staff go above and beyond and take pride in caring for our patients. The candidate would join a team of 7 consultants, 4 middle grade doctors and 1 trainee offering a full range of services consistent with a large hospital. The Ophthalmology team are a friendly, dedicated and forward-thinking team within the University Hospitals of Derby and Burton. Main duties of the job
The candidate will be able to participate in departmental teaching and study opportunities and will be able to attend recognised courses where they do not compromise service delivery. The unit is supported by a full Orthoptic department and a highly trained nursing team, providing a glaucoma service, RMD service and one-stop cataract assessment. The Ophthalmology Department is primarily based at the Treatment Centre for both outpatients and day case procedures. Inpatient work and paediatrics is also carried out in the main hospital. We also provide a range of consultant outreach services in local community settings. About us
As a trusted organisation at the heart of our communities, we recognise the important role we can play in supporting the public, patients, our own people and local partners in achieving the best of health for the local population and the communities in which they live by providing Exceptional Care Together. Our fundamental Values of Compassion, Openness and Excellence underpin how we intend to work as a Trust and the associated behaviours are becoming embedded in all aspects of how we work. In return we will offer: Development opportunities, both professional and leadership development. On-going support from recruitment to when you join our team and beyond. Staff benefits including employee assistance programme, discounted gym membership, onsite fitness classes, car schemes. Job responsibilities
The post will be based at Queens Hospital, Burton but we expect flexibility to be able to work across all sites of University Hospitals of Derby and Burton Foundation Trust should the need arise. Person Specification
Qualifications
Medically qualified & possess FRCOphth or equivalent. GMC registration and a license to practice at time of application. Relevant Higher Degree or equivalent. Eligible for entry on GMC Specialist Register or within six months of receipt of Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) at time of interview and entry on GMC Specialist Register by date of commencement or evidence that the GMC is processing the Specialist Registration application (MUST be provided prior to interview). Clinical Experience
Proven clinical experience in Ophthalmology with a broad experience of the specialty, minimum of 6 years, 3 years at specialty registrar level. Experience of and undertaken Clinical audit, with recently presented findings. Higher training in glaucoma management and surgery. Filtration/tube surgery and MIGS. Management & Administrative Experience
Experience of audit management. Teaching Experience
Experience of commitment to teaching undergraduates & postgraduates. Evidence of the delivery of high-quality teaching. Postgraduate qualification in Medical Education. Research Experience
Publications in peer-reviewed journals. Other Attributes
Commitment to Continuing Medical Education & the requirements of Clinical Governance & Audit. 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.
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