Consultant Ophthalmologist Paediatrics & Adult Strabismus in Plymouth

We are looking for a bright enthusiastic Ophthalmologist to join our expanding Ophthalmology department. This individual should have a sound general ophthalmic training and additionally should have sub-specialist training in Paediatrics and Strabismus. The successful candidate is expected to be on the specialist register, or eligible to enter the specialist register within the next six months. They will be joining the largest ophthalmic centre in the Southwest Peninsula, with a catchment population of 500,000 and an extended area of 2,000,000 for tertiary services in some ophthalmologic services.

Main duties of the job:

• A working week for a full-time consultant is comprised of 10 programmed activities (PAs) each of which has a nominal timetable value of 4 hours.
• The candidate will be expected to participate in the existing rota for ROP screening. Previous experience would be desirable, but training can be provided onsite if required for both screening and treatment.
• As a teaching hospital department you will have the opportunity to teach, train and develop the next generation of medical professionals, as well as be involved in a variety of research projects.

Working for our organisation:

• You will work together with our established Consultants Miss L Dujardin and Miss E Gajdosova.
• Other members of the team will include doctors, advanced clinical practitioners, optometrists, nurses and ophthalmic trainees from the competitive Peninsula Deanery School of Ophthalmology.
• Being a good team worker and leader will be essential in the role.
• We are a forward looking department and are embracing modern concepts such as the use of virtual clinics, high volume cataract surgery and the development of extended practice roles.
• We have recently moved to our brand new stand alone REI Ophthalmic Unit by Derriford Hospital, where you will find room and excellent support to innovate in service provision.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities:

• Education and professional qualifications: FRCOphth, MRCOphth or equivalent, Full GMC registration, Entry on GMC specialist register, Higher research degree, Postgraduate prizes and awards, Other medical qualifications.
• Experience outside specialty: Knowledge/Previous experience in subspecialty, Sub-specialty training (fellowship level or equivalent) in Paediatric Ophthalmology and Adult Strabismus, Evidence of ability to perform advanced subspecialty specific surgery.
• Sub-specialty interest within paediatric ophthalmology to complement existing Consultants.
• Attended appropriate courses/meetings in the last 3 years relevant to the specialty.
• Understanding of NHS Research & Clinical Audit, Understanding of research methodology and ethics, Experience in audit at local level, Interest in clinical research evidenced by publications and participation in research projects, Presentations at local/ regional/national/ international meetings, Statistical Knowledge.
• Teaching: Evidence of enthusiasm and experience teaching undergraduates, postgraduates, and other healthcare professionals, Evidence of experience and ability in teaching, Supervision of projects, Training the trainers course or equivalent, Qualification in medical education.
• Communication & interpersonal skills: Ability to lead and work with a multidisciplinary team, Ability to delegate appropriately, Willingness to become part of existing ophthalmology team, Communication skills, particularly in dealing with other medical teams and parents, Prepared to put patients’ interests above all other, Track record of leadership positions and with evidence of success within those roles.
• Information technology skills.
• Management: Managerial experience demonstrating an improvement in services, Attendance at recognized management course.
• Practical Requirements: Commitment to continuing personal professional development, Flexible/Adaptable with any reasonable adjustment to take account of any local requirement or disability, Full UK Driving Licence.

Person specification:

• Experience: Sub-specialty training (fellowship level or equivalent) in Paediatric Ophthalmology and Adult Strabismus, Evidence of ability to perform advanced strabismus surgery, ROP screening and treating.
• To be on the appropriate GMC Specialist Register or eligible for admission within six months of interview.
• Demonstrate evidence of a sound ophthalmic training equivalent to that recognised in the UK.