Specialist Grade in Medical Retina

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Moorfields Eye Hospital, London, FellowshipJob Overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen at Moorfields Stratford for a Specialist Grade Doctor for the Medical Retina Service. This role offers a full timetable with a total of ten sessions with face-to-face outpatient sessions, laser and injections. Moorfields is a world-leading eye hospital with a strong focus on clinical care, research and education.Our organisation is committed to kindness, equity and excellence and to delivering world-class eye health, sustainably and at scale.Main duties of the job

Continued responsibility for the care of patients and for the proper functioning of the service, with appropriate delegation to and training of staff.Day-to-day management of clinics and ensuring inpatient/outpatient services are covered during planned absences.Provide advice and support to clinicians in other services regarding patients with complex ocular problems (shared care).Contribute to the Medical Advisory Committee and other hospital committees as required; participate in audit meetings.Participate in clinical governance and audit, meet annual training requirements, and satisfy the Royal College of Ophthalmologists CPD requirements; participate in the Trust’s appraisal scheme.Teach postgraduate medical practitioners and all levels of staff in hospital and Institute of Ophthalmology courses.Qualifications

Essential criteriaCCT in Ophthalmology or equivalent ophthalmic trainingFRCOphth / MRCOphth or equivalentMBBS or equivalent medical qualificationDesirable criteriaHigher Degree (MD/PhD)Training

Essential criteriaWide experience in the glaucoma subspecialtyDesirable criteriaFurther qualification in glaucomaAccredited fellowship in glaucomaFurther qualifications / accredited training in management or leadershipSkills

Essential criteriaReliable examination and interpretation skillsDesirable criteriaExcellent teaching and presentation skillsManagement skills and experienceDue to the nature of this position, employment is subject to proof of eligibility to work in the UK, completion of a satisfactory DBS disclosure and two references. We do not offer visa sponsorship unless clearly stated in our adverts.Our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion is at the heart of our organisational culture. We encourage applications from under-represented candidates including BAME and Disabled candidates as we work towards a representative workforce that delivers quality and respect.Moorfields is a flexible-working organisation, and we are committed to helping our employees achieve a work-life balance. If it works for the service, we will accommodate flexible working arrangements.If we receive sufficient applications, we may close this advertisement before the closing date. Please submit your completed application promptly.If you would like to discuss any reasonable adjustments before applying or would like an accessible version of any recruitment documents, please contact the recruitment team at moorfields.recruitment@nhs.nethttps://www.moorfields.nhs.uk/work-for-usDocuments to download

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Mid-Senior levelEmployment type

Full-timeJob function

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