Job Summary
Job overview
As part of the ongoing expansion and modernisation of the Royal Eye Unit we are growing our team to ensure we continue to deliver a high standard of care to our local community. As such we are looking to recruit enthusiastic and dynamic people to join our supportive and friendly team during this exciting time.
Applications are invited for the position of Clinical Fellow in Primary Care and cataract surgery within our thriving Ophthalmology Department at Kingston Hospital NHS Foundation Trust.
This is an excellent opportunity to work within the Royal Eye Unit where our multidisciplinary team see over 70,000 patients per year. We offer a full range of hospital eye care services including specialist outpatient clinics, admitted care and an acute referral service for eye emergencies.
This is a permanent appointment based in the Royal Eye Unit at Kingston Hospital. The post is full time, 40 hours per week with no additional on-call rota participation.
Main duties of the job
The service-line has regular educational meetings and actively supports opportunities for personal development of appointed staff. The post holder will be expected to participate in the postgraduate teaching of medical staff and undergraduates attached to the Trust and in the training of all grades of staff.
Candidates must hold full registration and license with the GMC.
About Us
Development and staff wellbeing
Your growth and personal happiness matters to us. After all, we can't expect the best from you if we don't invest in your development and nurture your wellbeing. From the moment you join us, we're committed to fostering your professional and personal development within a supportive, empowering environment. Whether you're just starting your career or looking to advance further, we provide you with the tools and opportunities you need to succeed. We actively support colleagues to take part in research, quality improvement and innovation, whatever their role or level in the organisation.
To support your wellbeing, we offer an extensive range of resources, including an on-site staff nursery at Kingston Hospital, wellbeing practitioners, regular wellbeing classes, dedicated staff physiotherapist, comprehensive occupational health services, 24/7 employee assistance programme, and a range of other support and activities.
We also take every opportunity to thank and recognise the work our teams do, through weekly 'shoutouts' and patient feedback, monthly and annual awards.
Wherever you work across our organisation, we look forward to welcoming you.
Date posted
07 March 2025
Pay scheme
Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade
Doctor - other
Salary
Depending on experience £41,750-£64,288
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
396-2779-MS
Job locations
Kingston Hospital
Galsworthy Rd, Kingston upon Thames KT2 7QB
Job Description
Responsibilities
For full details of the post and the person specification please see attached full job description.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
* MRCS or equivalent
* Full GMC registration
Desirable
* Specialist qualifications
* Presentations/publications
Management Skills Essential
* Able to communicate at a strategic and operational level
* Team working
* Organisational skills
Desirable
* Attended management training course.
* Knowledge of service improvement
Experience in Training, Audit and Research Essential
* Demonstrable commitment and ability to teach and train undergraduates and junior doctors.
* Experience of clinical audit.
* Relevant research articles in peer-reviewed journals.
Desirable
* Completed 'Train the Trainers' course.
Personal Qualities Essential
* Demonstrate leadership skills within a multidisciplinary team.
* Ability to motivate staff, to facilitate appropriate changes in clinical practice and to work as part of a team.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills, enthusiasm and approachability
* Commitment to continuing professional development and clinical governance
Clinical Experience Essential
* Evidence of maintaining a portfolio of evidence of CPD
* Shall have completed 4 years full-time post graduate training, (or its equivalent gained on a part-time or flexible basis) since first obtaining registration including adequate experience in the specialty
Desirable
* Teaching of junior medical and nursing staff
* Registered with the GMC as a specialist in relevant field
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.
Employer details
Employer name
Kingston and Richmond NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Kingston Hospital
Galsworthy Rd, Kingston upon Thames KT2 7QB
Employer's website
https://www.kingstonandrichmond.nhs.uk/
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