Consultant in Paediatric Ophthalmology

NHS; Oxford; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Consultant in Paediatric Ophthalmology to join their esteemed team at a renowned hospital. This full-time role offers the opportunity to provide comprehensive services to the local population and engage in tertiary referrals. The ideal candidate will have advanced training in paediatric ophthalmology and strabismus surgery, and will thrive in a multidisciplinary environment. With a strong emphasis on teaching and research, this position allows for professional growth while making a significant impact on patient care. If you are dedicated to excellence in healthcare and eager to contribute to a leading medical institution, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Must be on the GMC specialist register or within 6 months of doing so.
• Experience in leading a team and managing adult strabismus.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive paediatric ophthalmology services.
• Participate in the consultant on-call rota and multidisciplinary interactions.

Skills

Self-motivation

Teaching and training

Independent work

Clinical workload management

Team collaboration

Consultant role effectiveness

Interpersonal skills

Verbal and written communication

Clinical audit experience

Driving Licence

Education

Full GMC with licence to practice

CCT, CESR or equivalent

Medical degree FRCOphth or equivalent

Higher degree relevant to ophthalmology

Advanced training in paediatric ophthalmology & strabismus surgery

Job description

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

A full time 10 PA post as a substantive Consultant in Paediatric Ophthalmology is available at the Oxford Eye Hospital. The ideal candidate would have post CCT Fellowship in paediatric ophthalmology. Candidates with adult strabismus experience are encouraged to apply. This is a substantive consultant post and the 10 PAs are apportioned 8 PAs for direct clinical care and 1.5 PAs for supporting professional activity with an on-call commitment.

Candidates are highly recommended to visit the department and hospital and are invited to contact Directorate Clinical Lead for Ophthalmology, Mr Jonathan Norris [e-mail] or Clinical Director for Ophthalmology Rebecca Turner [e-mail]

Main duties of the job

We are looking for an enthusiastic Consultant Paediatric Ophthalmologist to join our established team of Consultants and work in the Oxford Eye Hospital.

The Oxford Eye Hospital provides a paediatric ophthalmology services to the Oxfordshire Population as well as tertiary referral work from surrounding regions. The post-holder would be expected to provide a comprehensive paediatric ophthalmology service. The ability to also provide adult strabismus surgery would be desirable.

The paediatric ophthalmology service has a strong multidisciplinary interaction with general paediatric, neurosurgery, neurology and craniofacial departments of the neighbouring Oxford Children's Hospital.

A clinical trials unit is active and research opportunities are available and encouraged. Participation on the consultant on-call rota is mandatory.

The paediatric ophthalmology team consists of a current locum consultant, one paediatric ophthalmology fellow and both optometrists and orthoptists with extended role. Deanery trainees also work in the service.

Applicants must be on the GMC specialist register or be within 6 months of doing so at the time of the interview. Applications from those wishing to work part-time or job share are welcomed.

About us

Oxford Eye Hospital and the University Medical Sciences Division

• The Oxford Eye Hospital was founded by Robert Doyne in 1886 and remains an internationally recognised centre of excellence for clinical research, particularly in retina and genetics.
• The Medical Sciences Division is an internationally recognized centre of excellence for biomedical research and teaching and is the largest of the four academic divisions within the University.

Job responsibilities

Day

Time

Location

Work

Category

No of PAs

Monday

AM

OEH

Admin

DCC

SPA

0.75

0.25

PM

OEH

Paediatric clinic

DCC

1

Tuesday

AM

OEH

DCC

1

PM

OEH

DCC

1

Thursday

AM

OEH

Paediatric oncology MDT

DCC

0.62

PM

OEH

SPA / CPD

DCC

0.75

Friday

AM

HH

Theatre wk 1 (Paediatric)

DCC

0.313

Saturday

AM

OEH

Theatre wk 2(adult squint)

0.313

Additional agreed activity to be worked flexibly

OEH

Educational supervisor

SPA

0.25

Predictable emergency on-call work

OEH

DCC

0.125

Unpredictable emergency on-call work

OEH

DCC

0.125

Total No of PAs

10.01

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Full GMC with licence to practice
• CCT, CESR or equivalent
• Medical degree FRCOphth or equivalent
• Higher degree relevant to ophthalmology
• Advanced training in paediatric ophthalmology & strabismus surgery
• Experience of leading a team including allied health professionals
• Experience of surgical adult strabismus management

Skills

• Ability to self-motivate and be involved in teaching and training
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to effectively organise and manage clinical workload
• Ability to work flexibly and as part of a team
• Demonstrates an ability to undertake effectively the role of consultant in a large teaching hospital.
• Good personal and interpersonal skills
• Ability to communicate effectively through good verbal and written skills
• Evidence of ability to communicate with patients, colleagues and staff at all levels.
• Experience of teaching undergraduates and trainees
• Experience of routine clinical audit
• Full Driving Licence
• NHS and the Government's agenda for its modernisation
• Knowledge of the organisation
• Experience with patient group communication and lectures
• Experience with advice & guidance to GPs and to community optometrists
• Management training and experience

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.