NHS
Job title:
Paediatric and Strabismus Clinical Fellow
Company
NHS
Job description
Applications are invited for this Fellowship post specialising in Strabismus and Paediatric Ophthalmology. There are two posts available with a prospective start date of 1st August 2025.Applicants are required to hold FRCOphth or equivalent and be registered with the General Medical Council.The post is based at the Moorfields’ City Road site but requires travel to Moorfields Satellite sites at Ealing and Northwick Park Hospital on a rotational basis. The post provides exposure to adult Strabismus and Paediatric ophthalmology outpatient clinics, Theatre operating lists, Toxin outpatient clinics and children’s A+E. Example timetables are enclosed, but these will be subject to change depending on service requirements.Main duties of the jobProvide High Quality Care to Patients
- The post holder must be medically qualified and maintain GMC specialist registration and hold a licence to practice
- To develop and maintain the competencies required to carry out the duties required of the post.
- To ensure prompt attendance at agreed direct clinical care Programmed Activities.
- To ensure patients are involved in decisions about their care and to respond to their views.
- Participate in clinical audit and incident reporting
- To ensure clinical guidelines and protocols are adhered to
- To work collaboratively with all members of the multi-disciplinary team
- Adhere to Trust/departmental guidelines on leave including reporting absence.
The post covers adult Strabismus and Paediatric ophthalmology outpatient clinics, Theatre operating lists, Toxin outpatient clinics and children’s A+E.About usAt Moorfields, we provide more than just an excellent career and great colleagues to work with. We also offer:Salary including High-Cost Area SupplementOpportunity to join the NHS Pension SchemeFree 24/7 independent counselling serviceLearning and development opportunitiesEasy and quick transport linksA range of attractive benefits and discountsAccess to Blue Light Card and other NHS Discount SchemesFree Pilates classesFull support and training to develop your skillsFlexible working friendly organizationAnd so much more! To see the full range of benefits we offer please see our Moorfields benefits document.Date posted10 January 2025Pay schemeHospital medical and dental staffGradeDoctor – otherSalary£47,436.14 a year Inclusive of HCAS plus £4,040 Recruitment Premium per annumContractFixed termDuration12 monthsWorking patternFull-timeReference number273-DC-5789Job locationsMoorfields City RoadLondonEC1V 2PDJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesThe successful applicants will be exposed to a wide range of all types of ocular motility disorder and appropriate surgery. There will be wide exposure to paediatric ophthalmology including the management and treatment of retinopathy of prematurity, paediatric cataract, paediatric neuro-ophthalmology and paediatric retinal and genetic diseases.There is extensive experience of adult motility including the use of botulinum toxin.Some clinical sessions will take place at the Moorfields Satellite sites based outside City Road. The timetable is comprised of 8 direct clinical care sessions and 2 study / admin sessions across a Monday to Friday working week.Full detailed job description and person specification is included. Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesThe successful applicants will be exposed to a wide range of all types of ocular motility disorder and appropriate surgery. There will be wide exposure to paediatric ophthalmology including the management and treatment of retinopathy of prematurity, paediatric cataract, paediatric neuro-ophthalmology and paediatric retinal and genetic diseases.There is extensive experience of adult motility including the use of botulinum toxin.Some clinical sessions will take place at the Moorfields Satellite sites based outside City Road. The timetable is comprised of 8 direct clinical care sessions and 2 study / admin sessions across a Monday to Friday working week.Full detailed job description and person specification is included.Person SpecificationEDUCATION & QUALIFICATIONSEssential
- FRCOphth or MRCP or equivalent
- CCT in Ophthalmology or equivalent ophthalmic training (or be within 6 months of CCT date).
- Full GMC Registration (with a ‘Licence to Practise’).
- Be on or eligible for the GMC specialist register
Desirable
- Higher Degree (e.g. MD or PhD).
FURTHER TRAINING & KNOWLEDGEEssential
- Experience of paediatric ophthalmology, strabismus or neuro-ophthalmology
Desirable
- Completed Higher Specialist Training in ophthalmology
SKILLS & ABILITYEssential
- High degree of clinical skill in paediatric ophthalmology and strabismus
Desirable
- Audit & research
- Teaching & presentation skills
EXPERIENCEEssential
- Experience in the management of patients with paediatric ophthalmology and strabismus and neuro-ophthalmology.
Desirable
- Extensive experience in the management of patients with paediatric ophthalmology and strabismus related pathology problems
PERSONAL QUALITIESEssential
- Good team building skills
- Ability to lead & coordinate clinical teams
Desirable
- Experience in organising & managing a busy clinical service
Person SpecificationEDUCATION & QUALIFICATIONSEssential
- FRCOphth or MRCP or equivalent
- CCT in Ophthalmology or equivalent ophthalmic training (or be within 6 months of CCT date).
- Full GMC Registration (with a ‘Licence to Practise’).
- Be on or eligible for the GMC specialist register
Desirable
- Higher Degree (e.g. MD or PhD).
FURTHER TRAINING & KNOWLEDGEEssential
- Experience of paediatric ophthalmology, strabismus or neuro-ophthalmology
Desirable
- Completed Higher Specialist Training in ophthalmology
SKILLS & ABILITYEssential
- High degree of clinical skill in paediatric ophthalmology and strabismus
Desirable
- Audit & research
- Teaching & presentation skills
EXPERIENCEEssential
- Experience in the management of patients with paediatric ophthalmology and strabismus and neuro-ophthalmology.
Desirable
- Extensive experience in the management of patients with paediatric ophthalmology and strabismus related pathology problems
PERSONAL QUALITIESEssential
- Good team building skills
- Ability to lead & coordinate clinical teams
Desirable
- Experience in organising & managing a busy clinical service
Expected salary
Location
Finsbury, City of London
Job date
Mon, 13 Jan 2025 07:38:37 GMT
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