The appointment is to commence in August 2025 for a fixed term period of 1 year. The post does not award a National Training Number. As this post is not recognised as a 'training post', full registration with the GMC with a licence to practise is required, and if the appointee does not hold right of residence in the UK sponsorship will be required.
Posts are shared between the Department of Ophthalmology at the Royal Hallamshire Hospital, the Health Sciences School, University of Sheffield. The post is ST1/2 level.
There are 2 posts available.
Main duties of the job
Please refer to the supporting job description and person specification which will outline the duties of the role including an indicative job plan.
Clinical Duties:
To assist in Outpatient Clinics, Emergency Eye Centre, Wards and Theatre. These posts will provide Doctors wishing to undertake future training in Ophthalmology with experience in Sub-Specialty Clinics, Sub-Specialty Ward Rounds and Theatres. This experience could be used for 'Credentialing' or obtaining further experience for inclusion in Portfolio.
About us
These are the values that all staff at Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust are expected to demonstrate in all that they do:
1. Patients First - Ensure that the people we serve are at the heart of what we do
2. Respectful - Be kind, respectful, fair and value diversity
3. Ownership - Celebrate our successes, learn continuously and ensure we improve
4. Unity - Work in partnership with others
5. Deliver - Be efficient, effective and accountable for our actions
The Trust has developed a PROUD Behaviours framework which details specific behaviours we expect to see and do not expect to see, aligned to each of the five PROUD Values. For further details of our services and organisational structure, including our Board of Directors, and our future plans please visit www.sth.nhs.uk/about-us.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The duties of this post are equivalent to a Specialty Trainee ST1/2 and full details are listed in the Job Description document.
Person Specification
Clinical Experience
Essential
* 24 months FTE experience on a UK Foundation Programme or higher (or equivalent)
* Commitment to a career in Ophthalmology
Desirable
* Adequate post registration experience in Ophthalmology at the time of interview
* Communication skills courses/experience
Research
Essential
* Ability to critically assess published research and incorporate it into clinical practice where appropriate
* Basic understanding of research methods and statistics
Desirable
* Publications in peer-reviewed journals
Teaching and Training
Essential
* Experience of teaching medical students and junior doctors
* Ability to prepare and deliver high quality teaching
Continuous Professional Development
Essential
* Evidence of participation in CME/CPD in the last months
Desirable
* Maintenance of a CPD diary or portfolio
Management and Administration
Essential
* Organisational Skills
Personal Attributes
Essential
* Demonstrates behaviour consistent with PROUD values
* The applicant must demonstrate skills in listening, reading, writing and speaking in English language that enables effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues, as set out in the GMC's Good Medical Practice (2013)
* Good written communication skills
Qualifications
Essential
* MBCHB or equivalent medical qualification
* Registered with the GMC with a licence to practise
Desirable
* Postgraduate qualifications in Ophthalmology
* Qualifications in Teaching/training
* Intercalated BMedSci Bsc.
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Reference: 190-STH-25-048
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