Job summary Locum Consultant Ophthalmologist wsi Vitreoretinal Surgery 10 PA contract Current NHS Consultant Terms and Conditions The Department of Ophthalmology at James Cook University Hospital is looking to appoint a Locum Consultant Ophthalmologist wsi Vitreoretinal Surgeryto augment the services we provide at South Tees NHS Trust. The department is a cohesive unit which has steadily expanded over the last ten years covering all major sub speciality areas within ophthalmology. Main duties of the job The candidate should have appropriate surgical and clinical experience to undertake specialist care in the relevant subspecialty area. Within the hospital and department there are established research facilities and there will be opportunities to contribute to undergraduate and postgraduate education. The department is specifically looking to appoint a candidate with subspecialty training in vitreoretinal surgery. About us The vitreo-retinal community in the North East England (NEAVRS) is very friendly and helpful and we participate in a regional bank holiday rota as well as having a formal meeting once/year where we discuss interesting cases and techniques. We also collaborate in joint research projects. Date posted 21 February 2025 Pay scheme Hospital medical and dental staff Grade Consultant Salary Depending on experience Contract Fixed term Duration 12 months Working pattern Full-time Reference number 328-CC-MED-0224 Job locations The James Cook University Hospital Marton Road Middlesbrough TS4 3BW Job description Job responsibilities Applicants should possess full GMC registration, FRCOphth (or equivalent) and preferably be on the GMC Specialist Register. Formal fellowship in vitreoretinal surgery is an essential requirement. The successful candidate will be appointed under the current terms and conditions of service for NHS Consultants. Full consideration will be given to applicants who wish to apply for a reduced/part time contract. Job Description, further details and applications to be made online at www.jobs.nhs.uk For further information about the post or to arrange an informal visit, please contact Ms Sreekumari Pushpoth, Clinical Director on sreekumari.pushpothnhs.net Mr Ahmed Saad, Clinical Lead of Vitreoretinal service on ahmed.saadnhs.net For queries relating to your application or the process, please contact the surgical centre management team on 01642 854230. Please make clear on the application in which post the candidate is applying for. Job description Job responsibilities Applicants should possess full GMC registration, FRCOphth (or equivalent) and preferably be on the GMC Specialist Register. Formal fellowship in vitreoretinal surgery is an essential requirement. The successful candidate will be appointed under the current terms and conditions of service for NHS Consultants. Full consideration will be given to applicants who wish to apply for a reduced/part time contract. Job Description, further details and applications to be made online at www.jobs.nhs.uk For further information about the post or to arrange an informal visit, please contact Ms Sreekumari Pushpoth, Clinical Director on sreekumari.pushpothnhs.net Mr Ahmed Saad, Clinical Lead of Vitreoretinal service on ahmed.saadnhs.net For queries relating to your application or the process, please contact the surgical centre management team on 01642 854230. Please make clear on the application in which post the candidate is applying for. Person Specification Qualifications & Training Essential Full GMC registration FRCOphth or equivalent Desirable Training in appraisal techniques Relevant CCT or equivalent ('equivalence' must be confirmed by PMETB/GMC by date of AAC) Entry onto the GMC Specialist Register Clinical Experience and Clinical Effectiveness Essential Extensive experience in General Ophthalmology Subspecialist experience in vitreoretinal surgery Understanding of quality improvement activities such as audit Recognised subspecialty fellowship or good evidence of subspecialty practice in a recognized medical institution Desirable Experience in complex uveitis Teaching & Training Experiences Essential Experience of supervising resident medical staff Desirable Other teaching skills/experience Person Specification Qualifications & Training Essential Full GMC registration FRCOphth or equivalent Desirable Training in appraisal techniques Relevant CCT or equivalent ('equivalence' must be confirmed by PMETB/GMC by date of AAC) Entry onto the GMC Specialist Register Clinical Experience and Clinical Effectiveness Essential Extensive experience in General Ophthalmology Subspecialist experience in vitreoretinal surgery Understanding of quality improvement activities such as audit Recognised subspecialty fellowship or good evidence of subspecialty practice in a recognized medical institution Desirable Experience in complex uveitis Teaching & Training Experiences Essential Experience of supervising resident medical staff Desirable Other teaching skills/experience 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 (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information 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 (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Address The James Cook University Hospital Marton Road Middlesbrough TS4 3BW Employer's website https://www.southtees.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)