Specialist Ophthalmologist in Neuro-Ophthalmology & Paediatrics

Specialist Ophthalmologist in Neuro-Ophthalmology & Paediatrics As part of the ongoing expansion and modernisation of the Royal Eye Unit we are growing our team to ensure we continue to deliver a high standard of care to our local community. As such we are looking to recruit enthusiastic and dynamic people to join our supportive and friendly team during this exciting time.Applications are invited for the position of Specialist Grade Ophthalmologist with special interest in Neuro-Ophthalmology & Paediatrics within our thriving Ophthalmology Department at Kingston Hospital NHS Foundation Trust.This is an excellent opportunity to work within the Royal Eye Unit where our multidisciplinary team see over 70,000 patients per year. We offer a full range of hospital eye care services including specialist outpatient clinics, admitted care and an acute referral service for eye emergencies.This is a substantive role based in the Royal Eye Unit at Kingston Hospital. The post is full time, 10 PA's per week. There is no additional on-call rota participation but the post holder will be actively involved in supporting the Acute Referral Clinic (ARC).Main duties of the jobThe post holder is expected to provide a first-class service in Ophthalmology supported by Consultants and junior medical staff. The post holder will undertake independent outpatient clinics seeing new, follow-up and virtual patients at Kingston Hospital but potentially also at other sites in the locality as service demands require. The post holder will work closely with other medical and surgical colleagues including three substantive Paediatric consultants, clinical fellows, specialty doctors and specialist optometrists.The service-line has regular educational meetings and actively supports opportunities for personal development of appointed staff. The post holder will be expected to participate in the postgraduate teaching of medical staff and undergraduates attached to the Trust and in the training of all grades of staff.Candidates must hold full registration and license with the GMC.About usKingston Hospital provides a full range of diagnostic and treatment services. The hospital supports some 320,000 people in the surrounding area including the boroughs of Kingston, Richmond, Roehampton, Putney and East Elmbridge. Kingston Hospital is one of the largest employers in the region and employs over 3,700 staff across the widest range of careers. We are proud of our achievements and reputation as the largest single site District General Hospital in London.Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesApplicants are invited and encouraged to contact one of the following to discuss the job in more detail:Mr Christos Moraitis- E: ##### Ophthalmologist T: 020 8934 640Mr Alastair Porteous Consultant OphthalmologistClinical Lead for OphthalmologyT: 020 ##### #####- E: ##### SpecificationQualificationsEssentialFull GMC registration with licence to practiceDesirableFRCOPhth or equivalentHigher Degree (MD, PhD or equivalent)Clinical ExperienceEssentialCompleted a minimum of 12 years medical work since obtaining a primary medical qualificationCompleted a minimum of six years in OphthalmologySub-specialty experience in neuro-ophthalmology and paediatric ophthalmologyDesirableExperience with cataract surgery.Completed fellowship in neuro-ophthalmology and/or paediatric ophthalmologyExperience in Training, Audit and ResearchEssentialUnderstanding the principles of clinical governance and its implicationsAbility to work as an effective member of a multidisciplinary teamUnderstanding and experience of auditDesirableCompleted train the trainers courseOther certificates of trainingEvidence of teachingPersonal QualitiesEssentialDemonstrate leadership skills within a multidisciplinary team.Ability to motivate staff, to facilitate appropriate changes in clinical practice and to work as part of a team.Excellent written and verbal communication skills, enthusiasm and approachability.Commitment to continuing professional development and clinical governanceOrganisational skill & experienceTeam PlayerFlexibleEmployer detailsEmployer nameKingston Hospital NHS Foundation TrustAddressKingston Hosptial NHS Foundation TrustGalsworthy RoadKingston Upon ThamesKT2 7QBAny attachments will be accessible after you click to apply.396-#####-MS Create a job alert and receive personalised job recommendations straight to your inbox.
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