Consultant in Ophthalmology with a Special Interest in Medical Retina

Job summaryDoncaster & Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is looking to recruit a motivated Ophthalmology Consultant to join our dedicated and professional multi-disciplined ophthalmic team. Applicants will be expected to have broad general Ophthalmology experience with a proven track record of high-volume cataract surgery.You will be a highly valued member of the team bringing your expertise and skills to a busy Ophthalmology department. The post will provide an opportunity to improve and develop our already established sub-specialty in Medical Retina. Ability to do ROP screening would be desirable.The appointee will be an addition to the team of 7 Consultants currently in Post.The service is provided across 3 sites, Doncaster Royal Infirmary, Montagu Hospital in Mexborough and Bassetlaw Hospital.Main duties of the jobThe Ophthalmology service has departments and theatres at three Trust sites (Doncaster, Bassetlaw and Mexborough, but whenever possible split site working within the same day would be avoided. Your individual job plan will be reviewed and agreed annually.The service has an on-call rota for junior grade staff, which is compliant with the European Working Time Directive. On-call is classed as Category A and is currently a 1:7 Rota, which attracts a 5% on call availability supplement. It is expected to be 1 in 9 when the current phase of recruitment is complete.The service is committed to a strong training culture. Specialty Doctors rotate through a firm based timetable and have protected theatre sessions. There is regular Consultant led teaching on a Friday afternoon. There is currently 1 Specialty Trainee (ST4 or 5) from the South Yorkshire training rotation.Secretarial support is provided at Bassetlaw Hospital, Montagu Hospital and Doncaster Royal Infirmary.About usDoncaster & Bassetlaw NHS FT is one of Yorkshire's Leading acute trusts, serving a population of more than 420,000 across South Yorkshire, North Nottinghamshire, and the surrounding areas. Our services are based over three main hospital sites employing over 6,000 colleagues. It is our goal to give those who join Team DBTH the tools and opportunities to grow their career, so whether you spend just one year or fifty with us, it's our pledge to help youDevelop,BelongandThrive,Here.As an organisation that supports flexible working, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for us and for our patients, and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to support a flexible working arrangement. If it works for the service, we will do our best to make it work for you.As an equal opportunities employer, we encourage applicants from all sectors of the community, particularly from under-represented groups including those with disabilities, members of our ethnic minorities and LGBTQ+ communities.We offer a range of benefits including:o Extensive range of learning opportunitieso NHS Pension Schemeo Generous holiday entitlement in line with Terms & Conditionso Comprehensive health and wellbeing supporto NHS Car Lease schemes and a range of salary sacrifice schemeo Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping and finance through external providers.Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesMaintenance of the highest clinical standards in medical and surgical OphthalmologyProvision of outpatient services in sub-specialty and general ophthalmology clinics.To share with colleagues the provision of ophthalmology advice to medical and surgical inpatientsTo work with colleagues, both medical and nursing to improve and advance the service.To share with colleagues the responsibility for the management of the Department.Teaching and training of trainees, junior medical staff, nursing staff, primary care colleagues and medical students.To have responsibility for ensuring active participation in continuing professional development (CPD)Person Specification

Qualifications

EssentialFRCOphth or equivalentYou must be on the specialist register for Ophthalmology or within 6 months of being admitted to the register for trainees, if currently in a training programme in the UK. In accordance with the regulations, all other categories of Doctors must be eligible to be on the GMC specialist register (evidence required prior to commencement) to be considered for a consultant appointment by the Advisory Appointments CommitteeYou must have completed, or be within 6 months of completing, a 12-month RCOphth recognised clinical fellowship, ASTO, or equivalent, within your area of sub-specialty interestApplicants must continue to hold a Licence to PractiseDesirableRelevant higher degree

Experience and Achievements

EssentialMust be able to demonstrate a high level of clinical experience and competence in all aspects of OphthalmologyMust be able to operate as an independent cataract surgeon, and demonstrate adequate experience for the supervision of traineesAbility to offer expert clinical opinions on range of problems within OphthalmologyUnderstanding current issues within Ophthalmology and the future direction of the specialtyUnderstanding current issues within the wider NHSDesirableShows ability to work with and lead others across professionsAttendance at a recognised management courseWide based experience in OphthalmologyAbility to do ROP screening would be desirable.

Teaching and training

EssentialExperience of and enthusiasm for clinical teaching of postgraduate doctors and non-medical staff.DesirableAcademic achievements/evidence of familiarity with research methods which have resulted in publicationsTraining in clinical and educational supervisionAttendance at a teaching courseFormal qualification in teaching/educationDisclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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 SponsorshipApplications 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 detailsEmployer nameDoncaster & Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals NHS FTAddressDoncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation TrustDoncasterDN2 5LTEmployer's websiteFor questions about the job, contact:Consultant Ophthalmic SurgeonMr. Mrinal ##### posted23 April 2024Pay schemeHospital medical and dental staffGradeConsultantSalary
93,666 to 126,281 a year

Part time may be considered.

ContractPermanentWorking pattern


Full-time


Reference number272-6173258Job locationsDoncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation TrustDoncasterDN2 5LT