University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust
The post is for a Clinical Fellow (SpR grade) in Ophthalmology, with an interest in Eye Casualty. This post is designed to provide higher sub-speciality training in Eye Casualty based at the Leicester Royal Infirmary within the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust. This post does have some community hospital working. Please note there may be the opportunity for the successful candidate to have some cataract operating in the timetable, subject to discussion on appointment and availability of lists.
The post includes Emergency Eye Casualty sessions, Yag/Argon Laser, and General Ophthalmology. You may be required to join the registrar on-call rota subject to service demands. This post also aims to support a range of Ophthalmic sub-specialties.
Main duties of the job
* To provide Ophthalmology services at the University Hospitals of Leicester. A specialty interest in Eye Casualty is required.
* To provide Ophthalmology services by way of emergency eye casualty and outpatient clinics at the University Hospitals of Leicester.
* To work flexibly and cooperatively with other Ophthalmologists to maximise the flow in the emergency department and outpatient clinics.
* To ensure the provision of good standards of practice and care as described in the GMC Guidance 'Duties of a Doctor' are followed at all times; and that bad practice is reported.
* To actively participate in audit.
* To work with the CMG management team to ensure that services are delivered efficiently and reflect best practice with processes and governance to match - this may require new and flexible ways of working in the future.
* To work closely with other specialties, departments, and outside agencies to deliver the objectives of the Division and Clinical Business Unit.
* To take responsibility for ensuring that critical clinical incidents, as defined in the Trust's 'Critical Incident Policy', are reported in a timely manner.
* To participate in yearly appraisal and job planning process.
* To undertake Mandatory & Statutory training as determined by the Trust and Clinical Business Unit.
* To support allied health professionals in development with consultant support.
About us
We are one of the biggest and busiest NHS trusts in the country, incorporating the General, Glenfield, and Royal Infirmary hospitals. We have our very own Children's Hospital and run one of the country's leading heart centres.
Our team is made up of more than 17,000 staff providing a range of services primarily for the one million residents of Leicester, Leicestershire, and Rutland.
We work with partners at the University of Leicester and De Montfort University providing world-class teaching to nurture and develop the next generation of doctors, nurses, and other healthcare professionals, many of whom go on to spend their working lives with us.
Our purpose is to provide 'Caring at its best' and our staff have helped us create a set of values that embody who we are and what we're here to do. They are:
* We focus on what matters most
* We treat others how we would like to be treated
* We are passionate and creative in our work
* We do what we say we are going to do
* We are one team and we are best when we work together
Our patients are at the heart of all we do and we believe that 'Caring at its best' is not just about the treatments and services we provide, but about giving our patients the best possible experience.
Job responsibilities
Please see the job description for further information on the role responsibilities as well as an illustrative job plan.
Person Specification
Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours
* Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's Values and Behaviours.
Training & Qualifications
* Full and specialist registration with the General Medical Council (GMC) or eligible for specialist registration within six months of interview or Holder of Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT), or evidence of within six months of award of CCT or equivalent by date of interview.
* Higher academic qualification (fellowship/s within the subspecialty).
Experience
* Adequate training in Ophthalmology.
* Excellent clinical skills and experience requisite to meeting all aspects of the Job Plan.
* Ability to apply sound clinical judgment to problems.
* Demonstrates clear, logical thinking / analytical approach.
* Emergency eye casualty experience.
* Evidence of a special interest in Eye Casualty and expertise that complements those of other doctors in the Department.
* Evidence of clinical or research commitment and a relevant specialty interest.
Communication and relationship skills
* Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English that is adequate to enable effective communication with patients and colleagues.
* To be empathic and sensitive; capacity to take others' perspectives and treat others with understanding.
* High standard of presentation both written and verbal.
* Demonstrable track record of successful change management.
* Proven ability to maintain focus in a demanding environment.
Analytical and Judgement skills
* Ability to work to overcome barriers to change (negotiating, influencing, and persuasion skills).
* Evidence of management and administration experience.
* Management training on an accredited course.
Planning and organisation skills
* Ability to effectively organise, prioritise, and manage clinical workload.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
* Able to demonstrate a commitment to and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to their individual needs. All staff are expected to engage in compassionate and inclusive leadership in the provision of high-quality care and interactions with others.
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.
University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust
Eye Casualty Lead and Consultant Ophthalmologist
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