Specialist in Ophthalmology

Haringey GP Federation; Barnsley; On-site; GBP 75,000 - GBP 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in England is seeking an enthusiastic Specialist Doctor in Ophthalmology for a full-time, permanent post. This role requires a minimum of 6 years in the specialty, along with full GMC Registration and relevant qualifications. Responsibilities include participating in outpatient clinics and operating theatre lists, alongside existing surgeons. Ideal candidates should have broad clinical experience and the ability to conduct medical research. Join us in enhancing patient care and services.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 years in a relevant specialty in Specialty Doctor or closed SAS grades.
• Completed 12 years of medical work since acquiring primary medical qualification.
• Training in sub-specialist area of practice required.

Responsibilities

• Work alongside existing ophthalmic surgeons.
• Participate in outpatient clinics and operating theatre lists.
• Engage in multi-disciplinary team meetings.

Skills

Broad clinical experience in Ophthalmology

Ability to conduct medical research

Organisation and time management skills

Education

Full GMC Registration

Fellowship/Membership of a Royal College of Surgeons or equivalent

Relevant Higher Degree

Job description

We are looking to employ anenthusiastic Specialist Doctor in Ophthalmology to a full time, permanent post.

The postwill appeal to appropriately trained surgeons with a proven interest in Ophthalmology.The appointee will have the enthusiasm to work alongside theexisting Ophthalmic surgeons to ensure the smooth delivery of an enhancedservice, capable of meeting all targets. The post will include regular work inoutpatient clinics, , operating theatre lists, multi-disciplinary team meetingsamongst other clinical activity when required.

Main duties of the job

Please find the Job Description and Person Specification for this post can be found under the supporting documents section.

About us

Wereserve the right to close positions early

BarnsleyHospital NHS Foundation Trust is a high performing Trust, currently ratedGood by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) and achieving significant progressin the delivery of our strategic objectives, including our ambition to be thebest Place to Work

We scored bestin the country in the most recent NHS Staff Survey for teamwork, compassionateleadership, and supporting work/life balance. In 2024's survey, the Trust alsoscored above average in every theme of the NHS People Promise the promise NHS colleagues make toeach other to improve the experience of working in the NHS for everyone

We are proud ofthe commitment of our colleagues to ensuring a strong and sustainable futureand our organisation is highly valued by our local communities

There has neverbeen a better time to join Barnsley Hospital. It is moving at pace and a wecan do this attitude is evident right through the organisation

BarnsleyHospital NHS FT is committed to promoting equality of opportunityand fair treatment to all applicants

Forindividuals who may require sponsorship under the skilled worker or health& care visa route please use the link on the right hand side of the advertto check your eligibility, please note that band 2 and 3 entry roles are nolonger eligible for sponsorship

Thecost of the DBS (criminal records check) for Band 6 and above roles will onlybe met by the successful candidate(s) through salary deduction

Job responsibilities

Please find the Job Description and Person Specification for this post can be found under the supporting document section.

Person Specification

Experience

• Shall have served for a minimum of 6 years in a relevant specialty in the Specialty Doctor and / or closed SAS grades.
• Shall have completed a minimum of 12 years medical work (either a continuous period or in aggregate) since obtaining a primary medical qualification of which a minimum of 6 years should have been in a relevant specialty in the Specialty Doctor and / or closed SAS grades. Equivalent years experience in a relevant specialty from other medical grades including from overseas will also be accepted.
• Training in sub-specialist area of practice.
• Broad clinical experience in Ophthalmology.

Research/ Audit/ Teaching

• Evidence of the ability to conduct medical research.
• Ability to critically evaluate medical research.
• Experience of participation in regular clinical audit.
• Experience of training medical undergraduates and postgraduates
• Training the Trainers.
• Evidence of research published in peer-reviewed journals and presentations at national or regional conferences.
• Ability to organise and present audit.
• Experience of supervising research by junior staff.
• Completion of Education Supervisor training.

Qualifications

• Full GMC Registration
• Fellowship/Membership of a Royal College of Surgeons or equivalent; and/or a higher degree.
• Relevant Higher Degree.

Management

• Understanding of current NHS issues.
• Efficient management of resources.
• Organisation and time management 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.