Medical Retina Fellow (12-Month Fixed Term)

Swbh; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 61,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

The Sandwell and West Birmingham NHS Trust invites applications for a Clinical Fellow (ST3+equivalent) in Medical Retina at BMEC, Birmingham. This fixed-term 12-month post offers exposure to wet- AMD and diabetic retinopathy under a team of five consultants.

Applicants must have full GMC registration. The post is based at the new Midland Metropolitan University Hospital site and provides opportunities for research and professional development within the Ophthalmology department.

Qualifications

• GMC registration with Licence to Practice.
• Fulfils all other essential criteria as per personal specification.
• Gives evidence of understanding NHS environment and reforms.

Responsibilities

• Manage common retinal and macular diseases (wet-AMD, diabetic retinopathy).
• Work with a team of consultants in a busy Ophthalmology department.
• Contribute to ongoing research and multicentre trials.

Skills

Ophthalmology experience

Medical Retina knowledge

Education

Higher Specialty Training or equivalent

BMedSc/BA/BSc/MSc

FRCOphth

Job description

The Sandwell and West Birmingham NHS Trust invites applications for a Clinical Fellow (ST3+equivalent) in Medical Retina at BMEC, Birmingham. This fixed-term 12-month post offers exposure to wet- AMD and diabetic retinopathy under a team of five consultants.

Applicants must have full GMC registration. The post is based at the new Midland Metropolitan University Hospital site and provides opportunities for research and professional development within the Ophthalmology department.