About this role
Job summary
Ophthalmology Trust Doctor (ST3) - 40 hours pw 12 month fixed term contact
We are currently seeking a motivated Trust Doctor with an interest in Glaucoma within the Ophthalmology Service at The Royal London Hospital. This is a unique opportunity to gain advanced subspecialty skills in all aspects of Ophthalmology, including theatre lists, and clinics. International/EU Candidates must hold a GMC registration.
The Royal London Hospital eye department has a busy service with existing consultants sub-specialising in medical retina, cataract, cornea, glaucoma, oculo-plastics, paediatrics and Neuro-ophthalmology.
The post will be based at RLH supported by consultant colleagues, the trust and trainee doctors, optometrists, orthoptists and Nursing staff.
Mark Westcott (Glaucoma Consultant) on [email protected] Cascone (Cataract & Oculoplastics Consultant) on [email protected] Payne (SDM) on [email protected]
Please be advised that the vacancy advertisement may close early if a sufficient number of applications are received therefore, we recommend that you submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment
Barts Health supports The Pregnancy Loss Pledge and commits to supporting their staff through the distress of miscarriage
Main duties of the job
To support the Glaucoma service at the Royal London Ophthalmology department.
To participate in emergency ophthalmic care and the 3 tier on call rota (1 in 7).
To actively participate in clinical trials, research, audit and teaching.
To undertake administrative duties associated with the care of your patients.
To respond to queries from patients, general practitioners and colleagues.
To assist the SDM with complaint responses, when identified within the complaint.
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below.
About us
Barts Health is one of the largest NHS trusts in the country, and one of Britain's leading healthcare providers.
The Barts Health group of NHS hospitals is entering an exciting new era on our improvement journey to becoming an outstanding organisation with a world-class clinical reputation. Having lifted ourselves out of special measures, we now have the impetus and breathing space to chart a fresh course in which we are continually striving to improve all our services for patients.
Our vision is to be a high-performing group of NHS hospitals, renowned for excellence and innovation, and providing safe and compassionate care to our patients in east London and beyond. That means being a provider of excellent patient safety, known for delivering consistently high standards of harm-free care and always caring for patients in the right place at the right time. It also means being an outstanding place to work, in which our WeCare values and behaviours are visible to all and guide us in how we work together.
We strive to live by our WeCare values and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We value our differences and fully advocate, cultivate and support an inclusive working environment.
Job description Job responsibilities
The team consists of 10 Consultants supported by Trust Doctors (Medical Retina, Glaucoma, Oculoplastic, Paediatrics), Specialist Trainees and Trust doctors. The clinical team is also supported by; 8 Optometrists, 6 Orthoptists, Ophthalmology Matron, Senior Sister and nursing team. The service is also supported by an experienced Service Manager and Service Delivery Manager; Senior PPC and you will have a nominated PPC.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
GMC registration
Desirable
Higher degree or Ophthalmology fellowship
Experience Essential
Working in a busy Eye department / on-call rotation
Desirable
Previous participation in clinical trials Prior research experience Publications in peer reviewed journals Experience with management of ocular trauma (surgical) and acute emergencies
Knowledge Essential
Minimum 2 years Ophthalmology experience (ST1/2 level) or demonstrable experience
Desirable
Good Clinical Practice (GCP) training
Skills Essential
Working in multidisciplinary teams Training junior doctors and allied healthcare professionals Clinical governance including Audit Communication IT Skills
Record keeping Essential
Clear legible clinical record keeping
Desirable
Experience with using paperless electronic patient records
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).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
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 Barts Health NHS Trust
Address The Royal London Hospital
Whitechapel Rd
London
E1 1FR
Employer's website https://www.bartshealth.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)