Specialty Doctor in Ophthalmology

Main area
ophthalmology
Grade
Specialty Doctor
Contract
Fixed term: 6 months (Including on-call)
Hours
Full time - 10 sessions per week
Job ref
210-#####-131
Employer
Countess of Chester Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Employer type
NHS
Site
Countess of Chester NHS Trust
Town
Chester
Salary
£52,530 - £82,400 pa
Salary period
Yearly
Closing
30/05#####4 23:59
Specialty Doctor in OphthalmologySpecialty DoctorCountess of Chester Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, staff pride themselves on not only leading through clinical excellence, but also by creating an environment where all staff are valued and appreciated. To achieve this, the Trust has embarked on an exciting new strategy focused on continuous improvement. Our vision is to improve the lives of our community and provide excellence in healthcare, through partnership and innovationOur High Performance Culture will support everyone to be the best version of themselves by being true to our Trust vision, values and behaviors.We welcome applications from colleagues from our local and neighbouring communities of all backgrounds and identities, who are currently under-represented within our region such as Black, Asian, Minority ethnic and those with disabilities.As a region we are reviewing the way we work, and exploring how new working practices that support flexible working can create a positive work-life balance. As part of our recruitment process we will explore how our inclusive employment policies, flexible working, staff engagement forums, Trust facilities and services can be of mutual benefit.Job overviewThe successful candidate will be a full time substantive Specialty Doctor appointment in the Department of Ophthalmology. Depending on the aptitude of the appointee the post may involve surgery, intravitreal injections, and laser. The department has several subspecialties and opportunities to be involved in these will arise with annual job plan review, where applicable.This post will assist the department to deliver the required access times for patientsMain duties of the jobDuties will include participating in general outpatient clinics, the eye casualty service and theatre lists. There will be the opportunity to tailor the successful candidate’s timetable in accordance with their experience and interests. Clinical sessions will be consultant led and supervised, and the post includes opportunities for surgical training.There are regular teaching sessions in medical retina and cornea. There are also opportunities to participate in audit and research projects across the department.Working for our organisationThe Countess of Chester Hospital NHS Foundation Trust provides services to West Cheshire and to Welsh patients covered by Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board. The Trust works collaboratively within the wider Cheshire and Merseyside Health and Care Partnership. Its services are provided from three locations:The Countess of Chester Hospital: providing 438 general and acute beds.Ellesmere Port Hospital: providing 56 beds as a rehabilitation, intermediate and outpatient facility.Tarporley War Memorial Hospital: a base for community services which serve the local rural population.The Trust employs ove#####58 staff (headcount) which includes temporary bank staff and provides acute emergency and elective services, primary care direct access services and obstetric services to a population of approximately 407,000. This includes 357,000 residents in Chester and West Cheshire which includes Ellesmere Port and Neston as well as the Deeside area of Flintshire which has a population of approximately 50,000.The Trust is a busy district general hospital and in 20#####023, there were more than 503,342 patient attendances (inpatient, outpatient and diagnostic) ranging from a simple outpatient appointment to major cancer surgery. This is an increase of nearly 10,000 compared to the previous year when there were 494,387 patient attendances.Detailed job description and main responsibilitiesRecruitment selection processes are based on competence (see Person specification) and values.Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costs are deducted from salary following appointment. The cost of the DBS application is £23 (standard) or £43 (enhanced), this cost will be deducted from your salary over the first three months of employment.You are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. A small annual fee of £13 per year applies.New entrants to the NHS will commence on the minimum of the scale stated above.Applicants are advised to apply early as if a large number of applications are received for this post, we reserve the right to close the vacancy prior to the advertised date.Good luck with your application.Person specificationQualificationsDiploma in OphthalmologyFull GMC registration with a license to practiceFRCOphth or equivalentClinical Experience & Effectiveness4 years full time post graduate training (or equivalent on a part-time or flexible basis), at least 2 of which will be in OphthalmologyWide clinical experience in general ophthalmologyExperience in dealing with large numbers of outpatientsUnderstanding of the role of Clinical Audit within a serviceResearch and evidence based practiceAbility to carry out safe and efficient cataract surgery unsupervisedTeaching skill coursesRelevant experience in undertaking and organising AuditResearch and evidence based practicePersonal AttributesWillingness to learn and work in sub-specialty clinicsAbility to integrate with a multidisciplinary teamEmpathy, understanding, listening skills, patience, communication skills appropriate to different needs of patientsAbility to change and adapt, responding to changing circumstancesDemonstrates awareness of ethical principles, confidentiality, safety, consent, and respect for the rights of all Disclosure and Barring Service Check If the role is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Or#####1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service. Enhanced DBS check applications that are submitted with omitted or incorrect information will be withdrawn. In the event errors are identified on your original application, a new application will need to be submitted and you will be required to pay the DBS application fee again.
The cost of the DBS application is £23 (standard) or £43 (enhanced), this cost will be deducted from your salary over the first three months of employment.
Overseas Candidates The Department of Health and Social Care has released a new publication to support overseas candidates looking to work in health and care in the UK.The new guidance provides information on the recruitment process that candidates should expect when applying for work in the UK. Please follow the below link:Overseas candidates wishing to apply who would require sponsorship can determine the likelihood of obtaining a CoS for the post by assessing their circumstances against criteria specified on theVisas and immigration - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)
Overseas candidates are responsible for their travel expenses.
From 6 April 2017, Tier 2 / skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, must 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 dependent's (over 18 years old) will also be subject to this requirement. Employer certification / accreditation badgesYou must have appropriate UK professional registration.This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Name
Mr J Bhargava
Job title
Clinical Lead and Consultant Ophthalmologist
Email address
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Telephone number
01244 362238
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