Consultant Ophthalmologist with a special interest in Oculoplastics

Northampton General Hospital NHS Trust; Northampton; On-site; GBP 105,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a Consultant Ophthalmologist with a special interest in Oculoplastics to join their dynamic team. This role is pivotal in delivering a comprehensive ophthalmic service and developing the Oculoplastic unit at Northampton General Hospital. The ideal candidate will be a forward-thinking professional eager to advance their career in ophthalmology, engage in research, and contribute to teaching and clinical audits. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in a supportive environment dedicated to patient care and service excellence.

Qualifications

• Must hold FRCOphth or equivalent and be on GMC specialist register.
• Experience in teaching and clinical audit is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide Oculoplastic service and general ophthalmology.
• Participate in teaching and training of junior staff.
• Contribute to clinical audits and service development.

Skills

Oculoplastic service provision

Cataract surgery

Leadership

Teaching and training

Clinical audit participation

Education

FRCOph or equivalent

Completion of specialty training

MD, PhD or other higher degree

Job description

Consultant Ophthalmologist with a special interest in Oculoplastics

Consultant

Main area: Ophthalmology

Grade: Consultant

Contract: Permanent

Hours: Full time - 10 sessions per week

Job ref: 265-6811418

Site: Ophthalmology Dept, Northampton General Hospital

Town: Northampton

Salary: £105,504 - £139,882 per annum

Salary period: Yearly

Closing: 23/02/2025 23:59

Consultant Ophthalmologist– Special interest in Oculoplastic

This post is to support our large and specialist Oculoplastic unit based here at Northampton General Hospital. The successful candidate would be expected to provide a comprehensive Ophthalmic service at Northampton General Hospital and support the provision of an effective county-wide service. The post holder will also help lead and develop this service as well as being an active member of the wider Ophthalmology team.

The post will ideally suit a forward-thinking individual with the desire to further their career in ophthalmology. A desire to participate in research and clinical audit is essential.

It is essential that the post-holder should hold the FRCOphth or an equivalent qualification and be on the GMC specialist register or will obtain a relevant CCT/CESR(CP) within 6 months of interview.

Interview date: TBC

Main duties of the job

1. Provide an Oculoplastic service within Ophthalmology while also being capable of undertaking general ophthalmology service provision.
2. Proficiency in cataract surgery and a commitment to training is essential.
3. On-call requirements are 24/7, primarily through phone/text/email, usually only during office hours.
4. Responsibility for the patients in care and for the proper functioning of the department.
5. Carry out teaching duties as required and take an active part in the Postgraduate Medical Education programme and in the teaching of Ophthalmic Trainees.
6. Contribute to the teaching and training of nursing staff and other healthcare professionals.
7. Regularly attend and participate in departmental educational meetings.
8. Active role in the clinical audit programme and take part in regional and national audits.
9. Report all critical incidents and attend departmental audit and clinical governance meetings.
10. Proven commitment to service development.
11. Generate revenue for the Trust and department through innovative working practices.

Working for our organisation

Northampton General Hospital is one of the largest employers in the area and is on an exciting journey of modernization and advancement. We have entered into a Group Model with Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, forming University Hospitals of Northamptonshire.

We value communication and promote our vacancies to all communities, encouraging applications from diverse backgrounds.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details.

Person specification

Qualifications

• FRCOph or equivalent
• Completion of specialty training (or within 6 months of AAC)
• MD, PhD or other higher degree

Teaching and audit

• Experience of Audit
• Evidence of teaching Junior staff

Academic Achievements and Research

• A specialist interest in a specialist area to complement the other consultants in the department
• Publications in recognised journals

Interpersonal skills

• Evidence of leadership

At Northampton General Hospital, we provide general acute services and are an accredited cancer centre.

We celebrate staff achievements and value teamwork, aiming to provide the best possible care for our patients.

To apply for this post, scroll down to the bottom of this page and select “apply online now”.

In submitting an application, you authorise Northampton General Hospital to confirm any previous NHS service details via the Electronic Staff Record Inter Authority Transfer process should you be appointed to the post.

Due to the high number of applications, we are unable to respond to each application individually. If you have not been contacted within 4 weeks of the closing date, you have been unsuccessful.

Northampton General Hospital NHS Trust encourages applications from all candidates regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation.

PLEASE NOTE THAT WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO CLOSE VACANCIES PRIOR TO THE ADVERTISED CLOSING DATE WHEN WE HAVE RECEIVED SUFFICIENT APPLICATIONS.

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You 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: Tristan McMullan

Job title: Ophthalmology Consultant

Email address: [e-mail]

Additional contact: Dr G Reddy - Clinical Lead on [e-mail]