About this role
Job summary
The post holder is expected to be an excellent communicator with good interpersonal skills and a wide knowledge of ophthalmology services and will work in collaboration with senior leaders from a variety of clinical disciplines within Powys.
The postholder will demonstrable success in a management and a clinical role and have established credibility with multiple stakeholders. The postholder will be required to motivate and engage others to ensure that the services PTHB provide and commission supports the Powys Health Board values, as well as having a pioneering approach that is not afraid to challenge convention and traditional ways of working.
The ophthalmology speciality lead will provide medical leadership to the ophthalmology/ophthalmic service to oversee governance and ensure clinical effectiveness and productivity.
This post holder will oversee the deliver high quality ophthalmic/ophthalmology services for Powys Teaching Health Board. They will also be required to provide medical leadership in audit, research and management of the ophthalmology service. The post holder will be required to build a close working relations with other colleagues as part of the multidisciplinary team across both PTHB and commissioned services.
The post holder may be allocated responsibility for clinical supervision directly or indirectly of in reach ophthalmology consultant services and other clinical staff. This will equate to one session per week.
Main duties of the job
Chair any ophthalmology clinical groups established within the health board and provide speciality leadership representation to the Powys Eyecare Collaborative Group. Oversee the continual improvement of the ophthalmology service measured by the standards of the National Planned Care Programme and associated speciality level groups e.g. Clinical Implementation Network for Ophthalmology. Ensure the service is prepared to gain and maintain any relevant service accreditations Oversee the development of clinical policies and protocols within the ophthalmology service Oversee rolling audit programme for the ophthalmology service with timelines and responsible contributors. Ensure safety and quality KPIs for ophthalmology as are reviewed and acted on Provider and commissioned services Provide support and expertise in managing Opthalmology underperformance where identified Oversee governance review of reported ophthalmology incidents and trend analysis Provide subject expert support to operational team in terms of complaints and investigations of incidents within the ophthalmology service as required Oversee the competency assessment and appropriate provision of training in ophthalmology.Lead the development of clinical strategy for ophthalmology supporting health transformation workstreams with speciality leadership
About us
Being the smallest Heath Board in Wales means that you won't get lost in the crowd. Everybody at Powys Teaching Health Board is valued for the contribution they make to our varied and diverse portfolio of community-based services. Together, we can continue to make a real difference to our patients and build on our unrivalled reputation.
As a supportive and progressive employer, we actively encourage you to carve out a career with us, through a range of development pathways. We're also lucky enough to be situated in one of the most beautiful rural counties in Britain, let alone Wales! Achieving a healthy 'life work' balance is essential, and something we recognise by prioritising your well-being.
To start your journey with us, and to learn more about what we can offer you please visit: https://pthb.nhs.wales/working-for-us/. There you will find information about our benefits and values, read staff experiences and more about what our beautiful county has to offer.
Job description Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Person Specification
Qualifications and/or Knowledge Essential
Full Registration with the General Medical Council FRCS or equivalent Entry on the GMC specialist register via CCT (proposed CCT date must be within 6 months of interview), relevant CESR or European Community Rights
Desirable
Higher degree (MD, PhD, etc)
Experience Essential
Ability to practice independently in ophthalmology and offer expert clinical opinion in ophthalmology Experience of leadership of service developments and transformation Excellent clinical skills Ability to take full and independent responsibility for clinical care of patients
Desirable
Experience of medical workforce management Experience of digital transformation
Teaching Essential
Experience of and commitment to teaching undergraduate and postgraduate medical staff.
Research, Audit and Clinical Governance Essential
Experience of and commitment to medical audit. Experience of research and Clinical Governance
Desirable
Ability to supervise postgraduate research and audit Publications in peer reviewed journals
Continued Professional / Personal Development Essential
Demonstrable evidence of lifelong learning. Reflective approach to personal development with an ability to acknowledge and effectively manage poor performance. Participation in appropriate peer review processes.
Desirable
Continued Professional / Personal Development
Aptitude and Abilities Essential
Ability to take responsibility, lead, make decisions and respond appropriately to service need. Ability to organise and manage own workload efficiently Excellent communication skills with patients, colleagues, managers and other staff. Empathetic and sensitive approach to patient needs. Approachable and effective Multi-disciplinary team member with excellent interpersonal skills. Positive approach to lessons learnt. Confident approach
Desirable
Experience of audit management Undertaken management training course Some ability to speak, read and/or write Welsh, or an eagerness to learn. IT Skills Presentation skills
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. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
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UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer name Powys Teaching Health Board
Address Breconshire War Memorial Hospital
Cerrigcochion Road
Brecon
LD3 7NS
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://pthb.nhs.wales/working-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab)