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Anterior Segment Fellow in Ophthalmology
NHS Medical & Dental: Trust registrar
Main area Ophthalmology Grade NHS Medical & Dental: Trust registrar Contract Fixed term: 12 months (per annum) Hours Full time - 40 hours per week Job ref 279-MWSOU-OPH-FEL-007
Employer 279 University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust Employer type NHS Site Southlands Hospital Town Shoreham By Sea Salary £41,750 - £64,288 per annum Salary period Yearly Closing 27/02/2025 23:59
Job overview
Applications are invited to a one year Anterior Segment Fellowship which is unique in offering exposure to two subspecialities: Cornea and Glaucoma.
The fellow will gain experience in the medical and surgical management of glaucoma, cornea and the anterior segment. The candidate is expected to be competent and independent in cataract surgery.
We are a small, friendly department and provide world class care in our two Ophthalmological surgical centres, at St Richard’s, Chichester and Southlands Hospital which is a state of the art centre, built in 2017. There has been a substantial investment in the service in recent years to help us manage our workload.
Main duties of the job
The post will involve travelling between the 2 sites on the basis of a set timetable, which may change after 6 months, depending on progress and departmental factors.
The doctor’s timetable may need to be flexible, to allow for internal unexpected staff leave cover.
Participation in the on-call rota is expected 1:9.
The post holder accepts that they will also perform duties in occasional emergencies and unforeseen circumstances at the request of the appropriate consultant, in consultation, where practicable, with their colleagues, both senior and junior. While it has been agreed between the professions that they will perform such duties, the Secretary of State stresses that additional commitments arising under this sub-section are exceptions and you should not be required to undertake work of this kind for prolonged periods or on a regular basis.
Attend mandatory training updates as required.
Undertake training as necessary in line with the development of the post and as agreed with the line manager as part of the personal development process.
Achieve and demonstrate agreed standards of personal and professional development within agreed timescales.
Identify own learning needs and jointly plan training requirements with your line manager.
Working for our organisation
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We’re here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our Wellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.
As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.
We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
The training objectives of the fellowship include:
1. Exposure and competency in the surgery and post-operative care for MIGS (iStent), trabeculectomy and glaucoma drainage device surgery (Paul tube, Ahmed valve, Preserflo).
2. Surgical management of corneal conditions: Penetrating eye injury in its primary repair; Managing corneal perforations with cyanoacrylate and fibrin glue; Excision of pterygia with conjunctival autograft; Assist and perform corneal transplantations under supervision (PK, DALK, DSAEK and DMEK); Botulinum toxin injection for ptosis; Amniotic Membrane Transplantation.
3. Exposure to clinic for the instigation and maintenance of immunosuppression for inflammatory disease such as peripheral ulcerative keratitis and mucous membrane pemphigoid.
4. Investigation, management and treatment of corneal conditions including: acute and chronic conjunctivitis, infective keratitis, Dry eye management, allergic disorders, contact lens related problems.
5. Competency in assessment and management of both routine and complicated glaucoma patients.
6. Competency in glaucoma lasers.
7. Ability to plan and manage a shared care glaucoma service.
8. Gain understanding of the evidence-base of glaucoma management.
9. The doctor will be encouraged to develop and lead on research and audit projects within our department and a session will be allocated for these activities. By the end of the one year training period the fellow will be expected to have contributed by means of published papers in collaboration with both more senior and less experienced colleagues.
Person specification
Experience/ Qualifications
* Full GMC Registration with a licence to practice.
* Advanced Life Support Certificate from the Resuscitation Council UK or equivalent.
* Higher Degree (MD or PhD).
Clinical Skills and Experience
* Experience in the management of patients with corneal and glaucoma.
* Ability to undertake cataract surgery unsupervised.
* Extensive experience in the management of patients with cornea and glaucoma related pathology problems.
Knowledge
* Breadth of experience in and outside specialty.
Organisation and Planning
* Experience and ability to work in multi-professional teams.
* Understanding of: NHS / Clinical governance / Resource constraints.
* Evidence of managerial skills: Achievements / Course attended.
Teaching Skills
* Evidence of an interest and commitment to teaching.
* Recognised teaching qualification.
Academic and Research
* Evidence of participation in audit.
* Prizes and honours.
* Appropriate progression of career to date.
Personal Attributes
* Evidence of good communication skills both oral and written.
Important information for applicants:
Closing Adverts Early: In the event of exceptional interest, we may close adverts earlier than specified.
Some of our adverts are capped for a limited number of applications; therefore, the advert will close once the cap has been reached. We therefore encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible if you are interested in the position to prevent you from missing out on applying for the opportunity.
Flexible Working: If you would like to explore potential options regarding flexible working please speak with the appropriate recruiting/line manager.
DBS Checks: As part of our commitment to a safe working environment, we undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check on all new employees where the role is eligible for a criminal record check. We make offers in line with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1975.
Skilled Worker Visa: Applications for Skilled Worker sponsorship are welcome for the roles that meet the Visa and Immigration eligibility criteria. For further information please visit the gov.uk website searching for Skilled Worker. It is your responsibility as the applicant to ensure that you meet this criteria.
UHSussex reserves the right to close the role early if we receive a high volume of applications.
Further Information
For help with the application process for Nursing vacancies, please email uhsussex.nursingteam@nhs.net.
For help with the application process for Non-Nursing vacancies, please email uhsussex.nonnursingteam@nhs.net.
Employer certification / accreditation badges
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Name: Kinga Broome Job title: Medical Workforce Officer Email address: kinga.broome@nhs.net Telephone number: 01903205111 Additional information:
Visiting Arrangements
Applicants are invited to visit the hospital or to phone for informal discussion by arrangement with:
Mr Fook Chang LAM as fookchang.Lam@nhs.net
Address: Worthing Hospital
Lyndhurst Road
Chichester
BN11 2DH
Telephone: 01903 205111
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