Trust Clinical Fellow ST3+ in Ophthalmology Medical Retina Before you apply -Turn on alerts for jobs like this!

University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust

Trust Clinical Fellow ST3+ in Ophthalmology Medical Retina Before you apply -Turn on alerts for jobs like this!

£55329

University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust, Leicester

  • Full time
  • Temporary
  • Onsite working

Posted 3 weeks ago, 28 Aug | Get your application in now before you miss out!

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: c71b908463304c49b5a21274cfc12138

Full Job Description

  • To provide Ophthalmology services at the University Hospitals of Leicester. A specialty interest in Medical Retina is required.

  • To provide Ophthalmology services by way of Outpatient clinics, Injection lists and theatre lists at the University Hospitals of Leicester and community based sites (e.g. GP Practices, EMPCC)

  • To work flexibly and cooperatively with the other Ophthalmologists to maximise the utilisation of theatre/Injection lists and outpatient clinics.

  • To ensure the provision of good standards of practice and care as described in the GMC Guidance Duties of a Doctor are followed at all times and that bad practice is reported.

  • To ensure that clinical practice is both effective and efficient and that appropriate monitoring of clinical care takes place.

  • To actively participate in audit.

  • To work with the CBU management team to ensure that services are delivered efficiently and reflect best practice with processes and governance to match - this may require new and flexible ways of working in the future.

  • To provide continuing care of patients and be responsible for the proper organisation and functioning of clinical practice.

  • To work closely with other specialties, departments and outside agencies to deliver the objectives of the Division and Clinical Business Unit.

  • To take responsibility for ensuring that critical clinical incidents, as defined in the Trusts Critical Incident Policy, are reported in a timely manner.

  • To participate in the rotational eye casualty Fellow evening rota

  • To participate in yearly appraisal and job planning process.

  • To undertake Mandatory & Statutory training as determined by the Trust and Clinical Business Unit

    The post is suitable for applicants wishing to improve their knowledge and skills in Medical Retina management. Applicants should be at Registrar or equivalent level and nearing the end of training. Applicants need not be in possession of CCT to be eligible, though must have FRCOphth/MRCOphth or equivalent. A commitment to a subspecialist career in Medical Retina is desirable. The successful candidate will work with Mr Konidaris and Ms Anzidei, and will be expected to make a substantial contribution to research and training in the department., Essential

  • MBBS or equiv.

  • Full Registration with the GMC with a licence to practice


  • Desirable
  • Within 6 months of registering for CCT from PMETB at the closing date.


  • Experience
    Essential
  • Medical retina experience and skills Similar to a trainee within 6 months of CCT


  • Desirable
  • Wider experience of Medical Retina ophthalmology than expected of a trainee within 6 months of CCT.


  • Ability/ Knowledge
    Essential
  • Understanding of ophthalmic basic sciences and the ability to apply this to clinical practice

  • Good basic knowledge of ophthalmology


  • Desirable
  • Previous publications demonstrating in depth understanding of clinical problems, audit or research.


  • Clinical skills
    Essential
  • Ability to evaluate routine cases and interpret basic investigations

  • Awareness of constraints, risks and potential complications of management

  • Ability to record accurate and complete medical notes


  • Desirable
  • Appropriate delegation of clinical and administrative tasks


  • Teaching skills
    Essential
  • Evidence of experience of, and enthusiasm for, teaching others


  • Motivation
    Essential
  • Commitment to medical Retina Ophthalmology

  • Capacity to maximise training benefit from programme to the benefit of patients

  • Commitment to take an active part in the training programme


  • Desirable
  • Evidence of personal initiative, Ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team

  • Evidence of good relationships, empathy, kindness and good communication with patients

  • Insight into personal limitations and willingness to accept appropriate criticism


  • Desirable
  • Potential to cope with stressful situations and work under pressure

  • Leadership qualities


  • Audit
    Essential
  • Understanding the principles of audit


  • Desirable
  • Evidence of personal audit of own surgical outcomes


  • Research
    Essential
  • Understanding of research principles and scientific method


  • Desirable
  • Research Publications in peer-reviewed journals


  • Management & other
    Essential
  • Potential to become a consultant offering Medical Retina as a subspecialty

  • Good organisational skills


  • Desirable
  • Prizes, distinctions or awards


  • 358-6458710-Opth

    Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).

    We have four primary goals:

    high-quality care for all,

    being a great place to work,

    partnerships for impact, and

    research and education excellence

    And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.

    Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:

    we are compassionate,

    we are proud,

    we are inclusive, and

    we are one team

    This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.