Consultant Ophthalmologist- Vitreo-retinal/Ocular Oncology

Job title:

Consultant Ophthalmologist- Vitreo-retinal/Ocular Oncology

Company

NHS

Job description

Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust invites applications for the post of Consultant Ophthalmologist with an interest in Vitreo-retinal surgery and Ocular OncologyThe post is predominantly outpatient based at Moorfields Eye Hospital, City Road. In addition, daily virtual vetting of new Ocular Oncology referrals is the responsibility of the senior doctors and consultants within the service. The successful candidate will be expected to cover surgical operating lists as the lead surgeon. The successful candidate would be expected to support the current International Ocular Oncology fellowship training program.We expect the postholder to develop close links with the VR and Oncology services so that patients can be offered a VR-oncological approach as needed, for example in tumour biopsy. It will also allow closer liaison between the VR service and the oncology service through attendance at the weekly MDT.You will be responsible for the care and management of patients seen in your allocated VR/ VRE clinics and operating sessions. You will be required to participate in the VRE on call rota alongside the other consultants.In addition you will be representing the service and acting as the lead for our diagnostic pathway plan.The successful applicant will have completed FRCOphth / MRCOphth and must be registered with the GMC. Applicants need to evidence demonstrable training and experience in all aspects of Vitreo-retinal work.Main duties of the jobMAIN RESPONSIBILTITESParticipation in on call rota covering all aspects of Vitreo-retinal emergency work when needed.Supervision of junior medical staff in the VR/VRE clinics and theatre lists.Active participation in both formal and informal VR clinic teaching.Clinical VR audit and research participation where relevantRunning face to face new and follow up clinicsRunning virtual new and follow up clinicsVetting of new electronic referrals into the Ocular Oncology ServiceRunning operating lists for ocular oncology and vitreo-retinal surgeryAttending MDT as a quorate memberSupervision and training of Ocular Oncology fellows and other trainees at MoorfieldsTeaching of doctors in training, both formal and informalAttending the annual National CQUIN meeting for Ocular OncologyParticipating in Ocular Oncology audits and research projectsAbout usMoorfields is world renowned eye hospital with an excellent international reputation. We have provided excellence in eye care for more than 200 years and we continue to be at the forefront of new breakthroughs and developments.It is home to the London Ocular Oncology Service, one of the oldest Ocular Oncology Services in the world.In 1997 the Ocular Oncology Services in London, Liverpool and Sheffield were designated as Centres of Excellence by the National Commissioning Group. This allowed expertise to be concentrated in these designated centres for the benefit of our patients.The Adult Ocular Oncology Service is currently under the direction of Professor Sagoo whereas the Retinoblastoma service, based at the Royal London Hospital, is directed by Mr Reddy. These supra-regional services accept tertiary referrals from all over UK.The VR service treats conditions at the back of the eye which often require surgical intervention. A large part of the service are the VR emergencies (VRE) seen in dedicated emergency clinics and operated on emergency theatre lists.The Vitreo-retinal Service is currently under the direction of Professor Lyndon da Cruz and consists of 9 consultants. It is further supported by two North Thames Specialist Registrars (Fellows) sub-specialising in Vitreo-retinal, five Vitreo-retinal Fellows and five Specialist Registrars. In addition we have a Nurse consultant who plays an increasing role in the management of all Vitreo-retinal patients.Date posted16 October 2024Pay schemeHospital medical and dental staffGradeConsultantSalaryDepending on experience £105,504 – £139,882ContractPermanentWorking patternFull-timeReference number273-DC-7463Job locationsCity RoadLondonEC1V 2PDJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesPlease see attached Job Description for detailed duties and main responsibilities. Proposed job plan can also be found at the end of the attached Job Description. Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesPlease see attached Job Description for detailed duties and main responsibilities. Proposed job plan can also be found at the end of the attached Job Description.Person SpecificationEducation / QualificationsEssential

• FRCOphth / MRCOphth or equivalent ophthalmic qualification.
• Full GMC Registration (with a ‘License to Practise’).
• CCT in Ophthalmology or equivalent ophthalmic training (or be within 6 months of CCT date).
• Be on or eligible for the GMC specialist register, or be within 6 months of entry.

Desirable

• Higher Degree (e.g. MD or PhD).

Personal QualitiesEssential

• Committed to job
• Excellent communications skills
• Ability to lead & co-ordinate multidisciplinary teams
• Good Team Building Skills
• Commitment to high quality research

Skills and AbilitiesEssential

• High degree of clinical & surgical skills vitreoretinal surgery
• Track record of developing and submitting applications for research funding
• Track record of publications in peer-reviewed scientific & clinical journals.
• Ability to lead & co-ordinate clinical teams.
• Surgical experience

Desirable

• Results by effectively managing relationships with sponsors/funding bodies/collaborators/other university/hospital research groups
• Ability to attract research funding

ExperienceEssential

• Experience of teaching at postgraduate levels.
• Extensive experience in the management of all of patients with conditions requiring vitreoretinal clinical/surgical knowledge
• Demonstrable experience of taking a leading role in a research group
• Evidence of promoting excellence in areas of research
• Understanding of the key NIHR funding streams for research
• Experience of public & patient engagement.

Desirable

• Clinical leadership and management experience in developing and delivering new services.
• Involvement in clinical leadership roles such a participation in QIPP projects & service improvement projects.
• Management innovation experience

KnowledgeEssential

• Completed Higher Specialist Training in Ophthalmology.
• Fellowship Training in vitreoretinal surgery
• Extensive knowledge of please vitreoretinal conditions
• Relevant research methods training
• Awareness of current issues affecting the NHS & UK Higher Education & the possible associated implications for Moorfields/UCL Institute of Ophthalmology.

Desirable

• Should have received training in clinical supervision as defined by the GMC.
• Should have received training in educational supervision as defined by the GMC.
• Attended clinical leadership training.

Person SpecificationEducation / QualificationsEssential

• FRCOphth / MRCOphth or equivalent ophthalmic qualification.
• Full GMC Registration (with a ‘License to Practise’).
• CCT in Ophthalmology or equivalent ophthalmic training (or be within 6 months of CCT date).
• Be on or eligible for the GMC specialist register, or be within 6 months of entry.

Desirable

• Higher Degree (e.g. MD or PhD).

Personal QualitiesEssential

• Committed to job
• Excellent communications skills
• Ability to lead & co-ordinate multidisciplinary teams
• Good Team Building Skills
• Commitment to high quality research

Skills and AbilitiesEssential

• High degree of clinical & surgical skills vitreoretinal surgery
• Track record of developing and submitting applications for research funding
• Track record of publications in peer-reviewed scientific & clinical journals.
• Ability to lead & co-ordinate clinical teams.
• Surgical experience

Desirable

• Results by effectively managing relationships with sponsors/funding bodies/collaborators/other university/hospital research groups
• Ability to attract research funding

ExperienceEssential

• Experience of teaching at postgraduate levels.
• Extensive experience in the management of all of patients with conditions requiring vitreoretinal clinical/surgical knowledge
• Demonstrable experience of taking a leading role in a research group
• Evidence of promoting excellence in areas of research
• Understanding of the key NIHR funding streams for research
• Experience of public & patient engagement.

Desirable

• Clinical leadership and management experience in developing and delivering new services.
• Involvement in clinical leadership roles such a participation in QIPP projects & service improvement projects.
• Management innovation experience

KnowledgeEssential

• Completed Higher Specialist Training in Ophthalmology.
• Fellowship Training in vitreoretinal surgery
• Extensive knowledge of please vitreoretinal conditions
• Relevant research methods training
• Awareness of current issues affecting the NHS & UK Higher Education & the possible associated implications for Moorfields/UCL Institute of Ophthalmology.

Desirable

• Should have received training in clinical supervision as defined by the GMC.
• Should have received training in educational supervision as defined by the GMC.
• Attended clinical leadership training.

Expected salary

£105504 – 139882 per year

Location

Finsbury, City of London

Job date

Sat, 19 Oct 2024 05:27:26 GMT

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