Specialty Doctor - Glaucoma in Ophthalmology
NHS Medical & Dental: Specialty Doctor
Main area: Ophthalmology Grade: NHS Medical & Dental: Specialty Doctor Contract: Permanent Hours: Full time - 10 sessions per week Job ref: 381-SS-6863133 Site: SWB NHS Trust Town: Birmingham Salary: £59,175 - £95,400 per annum Salary period: Yearly Closing: 01/01/2025 23:59 Sandwell & West Birmingham NHS Trust is a friendly, integrated healthcare provider focused on improving the life chances and health outcomes of our diverse population. Job Overview
We are seeking to recruit an enthusiastic, innovative and progressive ophthalmologist to join our Glaucoma Consultant team to support and develop the expanding Glaucoma services at the Birmingham & Midland Eye Centre. The appointee will be expected to have an interest in Glaucoma. Applications are welcomed from candidates who are wishing to expand their skills in glaucoma medically and surgically. In addition, applicants should demonstrate within their application that they are interested in cataract and general ophthalmology. BMEC has an ophthalmic local training programme OLT, which we encourage our doctors to work towards if required. This job is a substantive job. Main Duties of the Job
The successful applicant will join a team of 5 substantive glaucoma consultants, and you are expected to take an active role in the management of medical and surgical glaucoma after training in a diverse population and be involved in teaching medical students, other medical staff and Optometrists. The Glaucoma department at Birmingham and Midland Eye Centre (BMEC) currently works across a number of hospital sites providing Outpatient clinics in Sandwell and City Health sites with inpatient and day case treatment being carried out currently at BMEC located on the City Site. The post holder could participate in the oncalls when required to the emergency department in BMEC; this post has no oncall commitment. The successful candidate will be expected to provide glaucoma ophthalmic advice and receive referrals during routine hours. Person Specification
Qualifications
Basic Medical Qualification (MBBS, MBChB or equivalent) FRCOphth or equivalent Clinical Experience
Full time training and experience at ST1/2 or higher grade or equivalent Professional and Multi-disciplinary Team Working
Ability to work well with colleagues and within a team Teaching and Training Experience
Ability to teach clinical skills to medical and nursing staff and other disciplines. The ability to appraise junior doctors and other staff. Formal training in teaching Other Requirements
Full GMC Registration with Licence to Practise Clinical Effectiveness
Experience of conducting clinical audit Ability to use the evidence base and clinical audit to support decision-making Personal Circumstances
Ability to undertake clinical commitments at any of the Trust’s sites. Residence within a reasonable distance of Sandwell & City Hospital As a major employer in the Black Country and West Birmingham region, we are committed to supporting all employees to achieve a healthy work-life balance. We encourage all prospective applicants to discuss their individual circumstances with the Recruiting Manager as part of the on-boarding process. Employer Certification / Accreditation Badges
You must have appropriate UK professional registration. This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
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NHS Medical & Dental: Specialty Doctor
Main area: Ophthalmology Grade: NHS Medical & Dental: Specialty Doctor Contract: Permanent Hours: Full time - 10 sessions per week Job ref: 381-SS-6863133 Site: SWB NHS Trust Town: Birmingham Salary: £59,175 - £95,400 per annum Salary period: Yearly Closing: 01/01/2025 23:59 Sandwell & West Birmingham NHS Trust is a friendly, integrated healthcare provider focused on improving the life chances and health outcomes of our diverse population. Job Overview
We are seeking to recruit an enthusiastic, innovative and progressive ophthalmologist to join our Glaucoma Consultant team to support and develop the expanding Glaucoma services at the Birmingham & Midland Eye Centre. The appointee will be expected to have an interest in Glaucoma. Applications are welcomed from candidates who are wishing to expand their skills in glaucoma medically and surgically. In addition, applicants should demonstrate within their application that they are interested in cataract and general ophthalmology. BMEC has an ophthalmic local training programme OLT, which we encourage our doctors to work towards if required. This job is a substantive job. Main Duties of the Job
The successful applicant will join a team of 5 substantive glaucoma consultants, and you are expected to take an active role in the management of medical and surgical glaucoma after training in a diverse population and be involved in teaching medical students, other medical staff and Optometrists. The Glaucoma department at Birmingham and Midland Eye Centre (BMEC) currently works across a number of hospital sites providing Outpatient clinics in Sandwell and City Health sites with inpatient and day case treatment being carried out currently at BMEC located on the City Site. The post holder could participate in the oncalls when required to the emergency department in BMEC; this post has no oncall commitment. The successful candidate will be expected to provide glaucoma ophthalmic advice and receive referrals during routine hours. Person Specification
Qualifications
Basic Medical Qualification (MBBS, MBChB or equivalent) FRCOphth or equivalent Clinical Experience
Full time training and experience at ST1/2 or higher grade or equivalent Professional and Multi-disciplinary Team Working
Ability to work well with colleagues and within a team Teaching and Training Experience
Ability to teach clinical skills to medical and nursing staff and other disciplines. The ability to appraise junior doctors and other staff. Formal training in teaching Other Requirements
Full GMC Registration with Licence to Practise Clinical Effectiveness
Experience of conducting clinical audit Ability to use the evidence base and clinical audit to support decision-making Personal Circumstances
Ability to undertake clinical commitments at any of the Trust’s sites. Residence within a reasonable distance of Sandwell & City Hospital As a major employer in the Black Country and West Birmingham region, we are committed to supporting all employees to achieve a healthy work-life balance. We encourage all prospective applicants to discuss their individual circumstances with the Recruiting Manager as part of the on-boarding process. Employer Certification / Accreditation Badges
You must have appropriate UK professional registration. This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
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