Job summary
- Main area
- Ophthalmology
- Grade
- Senior Fellow
- Contract
- 12 months (Fixed Term)
- Hours
- Full time - 40 hours per week (plus on-call)
- Job ref
- 188-MT1304
- Employer
- University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Southampton General Hospital
- Town
- Southampton
- Salary
- £61,825 or £70,425/year assessed on experience & qualifications
- Closing
- 28/11/2024 23:59
- Interview date
- 20/12/2024
Employer heading
Senior Fellow in Vitreoretinal
Senior Fellow
Job overview
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.
Please see below for detailed job description of the role.
Main duties of the job
Applicants are invited for a senior vitreoretinal fellow (12 months fixed term) at the Southampton Eye Unit, University Hospitals Southampton NHS FT. It will provide you with a broad grounding in the diagnosis and management of retinal diseases. You will have the opportunity to attend 3-4 vitreoretinal theatre sessions per week and to be trained by three consultant Vitreoretinal surgeons. There is an active academic interest within the department and you would be allowed to do clinical research.
The Vitreoretinal team consists of 3 Consultant ophthalmologists, supported by 2 senior fellows and a trainee. The service has recently expanded with offsite virtual VR clinics and has a high throughput of VR surgical cases with plans to start operating in more off-site locations.
Working for our organisation
As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. UHS is rated ‘Good’ by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care.
We support flexible working and will consider requests taking into account the needs of the service. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.
Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
WHAT YOU’LL DO:
- To manage the VR theatre diary overseeing all of the emergency cases
- To attend theatre and clinic sessions alongside the consultants
- To provide a subspecialty opinion to other colleagues within the department
- To actively participate in research
- To participate on the general on call rota for ophthalmology
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR:
- A driven individual looking to gain extensive experience in VR surgery
Person specification
Qualifications and training
Essential criteria
- MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
- GMC registration with a licence to practise
- Proof of completed CCT or equivalent or in 4th year Specialist Training
Desirable criteria
- Further qualifications, research publications or higher degree
Previous or relevant experience
Desirable criteria
- Research interest/Published papers
Aptitudes and skills
Essential criteria
- Evidence of participation in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching
Previous or relevant experience
Essential criteria
- Appropriate knowledge base, and ability to apply sound clinical judgement to problems
- Experience in Vitreoretinal clinics
- Surgical experience in Vitreoretinal
Desirable criteria
- Teaching experience
Aptitudes and skills
Essential criteria
- Demonstrate the ability to be calm, compassionate, and able to respond efficiently to various circumstances, which may change rapidly
Living the Trust values
Essential criteria
- Patients First
- Always Improving
- Working Together
Previous or relevant experience
Essential criteria
- Good knowledge of general ophthalmology
- Able to perform cataract surgery unsupervised
- Able to perform independent laser pascal
Aptitudes and skills
Essential criteria
- Evidence and ability to work effectively in multi-professional teams
- Understanding of equality and diversity and how this affects patients, visitors and staff
- Evidence and ability to communicate and liaise effectively with patients and colleagues (verbal and written communication skills in English).
- Demonstrate good organisational skills including ability to prioritise effectively and meet deadlines
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Applicant requirements
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.
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Mr Serafeim Antonakis
- Job title
- Consultant Ophthalmologist
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 02381 208854
- Additional information
Appointment will be made under local contractual terms and conditions of service for Trust appointed (non-training fellow doctors and dentists).
Successful candidates will have an educational framework equivalent to training grade doctors, and there will be a named educational supervisor assigned at the start of the post. The opportunity for Continued Professional Development (CPD) is highly supported and encouraged by the Trust, with options available to take study leave. All licensed doctors must meet the GMC requirements for revalidation and there will be an annual appraisal to support this process.
Grades for Trust appointed (non-training) fellows will be paid a basic salary at a nodal pay point linked to the grade, at the rate set out in the National Medical and Dental pay circular. Basic salary detailed below plus any additional remuneration (as applicable) for hours set out in the doctors work schedule (e.g. additional hours, weekend allowance, and any hours which attract enhanced pay).
Basic Salary – MT04 £61,825 | MT05 £70,425
Salary will be assessed based on experience and skills. Eligibility criteria for appointment to a Nodal Point 5;
- Have a minimum of 6 years of Specialty training
- Hold relevant higher specialty exam (e.g FRCP, FRCA, FRCS)
- A portfolio of evidence that demonstrates they meet the criteria for progression (in line with the Curriculum for the speciality similar to deanery trainee)
Travelling expenses will not be paid for attending interview
Please note that GMC registration (with a licence to practice) and right to work in the UK are essential for this role. Successful applicants will already have GMC registration or will be able to demonstrate they are eligible. Applicants requiring Tier 2 sponsorship should ensure they meet the Home Office application criteria prior to submitting an application.
Interviews will be held on 20th December 2024
Job Reference: MT1304 - This vacancy closes on or before 28th November 2024
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