Job summary
- Main area
- ophthalmology
- Grade
- Consultant
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full time - 10 sessions per week
- Job ref
- 430-SURG1423A
- Employer
- Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Ophthalmology - Med Staff (Dept)
- Town
- Milton Keynes
- Salary
- £105,504 - £139,882 per annum pro rata
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 02/02/2025 23:59
- Interview date
- 21/02/2025
Employer heading
Consultant Ophthalmology
Consultant
MKUH staff scored highest for ‘I look forward to coming to work’ (NHS Staff Survey 2023).
You can expect a warm welcome at Milton Keynes University Hospital, our staff are friendly and welcoming. We listen to each other and work together to embed our Trusts values and behaviours. At MKUH we appreciate our staff and reward them with an outstanding benefits package including:
- Free on-site parking
- Free refreshments
- Great flexible working opportunities
- Discounted gym membership
- Lease car scheme
- Generous annual leave and pension scheme
- On site nursery (chargeable)
- Extensive staff health and well-being programme
Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, in partnership with the University of Buckingham, is a University Teaching Hospital; we conduct research and teaching on site to improve the care of our patients. The hospital is undergoing significant investment, and we are proud to be rated good by the CQC. Visit our website to catch up on our latest news.
Job overview
Applications are invited to apply for a Ophthalmology Consultant - Specialist Interest in Paediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus at Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust.
The successful candidate will become part of a team of 6 other Consultant Ophthalmologists, 5 middle grade/training doctors and an exceptional team of allied health professionals. The applicant will be required to be experienced in the management of Paediatric ophthalmology and strabismus, retinopathy of prematurity ward rounds, general and acute ophthalmic conditions. He/she will be expected to actively participate in audit projects and contribute to the Paediatric Ophthalmology Service including the development of nursing and allied health professionals in extended roles.
The eye department serves Milton Keynes and the immediate surrounding areas consisting of a modern outpatient and day case surgery unit. This happy and self-contained unit is situated within the hospital campus with easy access, onsite parking and nearby railway links. Fast Trains from Milton Keynes central to London Euston are regular, with a journey time of under 40 minutes.
Main duties of the job
Job Profile
Consultant Ophthalmologist with interest in Paediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus
Job Outline
The appointee will be expected to participate in commitments along with Consultant colleagues to provide full Clinical Services in Ophthalmology and participate in Medical Audit.
The post holder will work with colleagues to provide a comprehensive and co-ordinated Ophthalmology service across the Trust and will join with fellow consultants in running the service.
The post holder will be expected to attend clinical meetings and to take part in continual medical activities in line with Royal College guidelines. The Trust runs regular meetings with GP’s, and the post holder will be encouraged to participate in these activities.
Study leave for Continuing Medical Education is available as provided for under the Terms and Conditions of Service for Hospital Medical and Dental staff.
The post holder will support the delivery of the National Health Service Plan, which includes Direct and Partial Booking of Outpatients, and the introduction of Booked Admissions within Ophthalmology Day Surgery
Working for our organisation
You can expect a warm welcome at Milton Keynes University Hospital, our staff are friendly and welcoming. We listen to each other and work together to embed our Trusts values and behaviours. At MKUH we appreciate our staff and reward them with an outstanding benefits package including:
- Free on-site parking
- Free tea and coffee
- Great flexible working opportunities
- Discounted gym membership
- Lease car scheme
- Generous annual leave and pension scheme
- On site nursery (chargeable)
- Extensive staff health and well-being programme
Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, in partnership with the University of Buckingham, is a University Teaching Hospital; we conduct research and teaching on site to improve the care of our patients. The hospital is undergoing significant investment, and we are proud to be rated good by the CQC. Visit our website to catch up on our latest news.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
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MON |
TUES |
WED |
THUR |
FRI |
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AM |
Clinic |
Paediatric List Theatre |
Adult Strabismus /Alt Weeks Triage Alt Weeks |
Non core SPA Paed Ophth Lead/ Audit Lead and ES Supervisor |
Admin |
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PM |
Clinic |
Theatre / Alt Weeks Triage/ Alt Weeks |
ROP Round |
Virtual Paediatric Ophthalmology Clinic |
Core SPA |
Individual Job Plan
Post: Consultant Ophthalmologist - with special interest in Paediatric and Strabismus.
MKUH has university hospital status and we are a teaching unit with trainees. The post holder will be expected to take an active part in training and participate in the weekly and monthly teaching program. Post holder may be expected to work across sites and participate in an on call service.
The job plan will be for a maximum 10 session week including the below:
2 Paediatric clinics
1.5 Theatre Session (1-2 monthly high flow cataract list)
1 Virtual clinic
1 ROP ward round
0.5 Adult Strabismus
1.5 Non-core SPA (Roles Paed Ophthalmology Lead / Audit Lead and ES Supervisor)
1.0 Core SPA
0.5 Electronic Triage
The final job plan will be subject to change depending on service developments in the future but will be done only after discussion.
The job plan on appointment will consist of a split of 7.5:2.5 DCC/SPA. The SPA component is made up of core activities (appraisal, revalidation, CME, routine departmental meetings etc.) and non-core activities. Non-core activities are discussed and agreed within the Trust (via an agreed tariff and, on occasion, through ad personal agreement). Non-core SPA may reflect activities such as educational supervision, research, leadership and quality improvement. Following appointment, non-core SPA may be used to participate in our consultant development programme, or in acquiring or consolidating specific skills and expertise. Non-core SPA is only available if specific activities and objectives are mutually agreed in job planning.
Person specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential criteria
- Full registration with the General Medical Council
- Be on the GMC specialist register for Ophthalmology
- FRCOphth or equivalent
- Experience in Retina sub-speciality training (12 months or more)
Desirable criteria
- Higher degree
- Experience in Ophthalmic Primary Care/Eye Casualty
- Clinical research experience
- Up to date sub-specialty fellowship (Retina)
- Experience in Delivering a Virtual Retina Service
- Experience in delivering a NHS Retina Service
Experience and Knowledge
Essential criteria
- High level of clinical experience and competence in Ophthalmology
- Ability to take full and independent responsibility for clinical care of patients
Desirable criteria
- A commitment to, and experience of developing and managing a Medical Retina Service
- Practicing Cataract Surgeon
Management & Administrative
Essential criteria
- Ability to advise on efficient and smooth running of the service
- Ability to organize and manage own workload efficiently
Desirable criteria
- Experience of audit management
- Leadership experience
Teaching
Essential criteria
- Experience of, and commitment to teaching undergraduate and postgraduate medical staff
Desirable criteria
- Teaching of non-medical health professionals in extended roles
- Medical Educational Qualification
Research, Audit and Clinical Governance
Essential criteria
- Experience of, and commitment to, medical audit
- Experience of research and Clinical Governance
Desirable criteria
- Ability to supervise
- postgraduate research
- Publications in referred journals
Communication skills and abilities
Essential criteria
- Approachable and effective team member with interpersonal skills
- Empathetic and sensitive approach to patient needs
Desirable criteria
- IT Skills
- Presentation skills
Continued Professional / Personal Development
Essential criteria
- Demonstrable evidence of lifelong learning
- Reflective approach to personal development with an ability to acknowledge and effectively manage poor performance
Desirable criteria
- Participation in appropriate peer review processes
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
The postholder will have regular contact with vulnerable people and as such this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Julian Robins
- Job title
- Consultant Ophthalmologist
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Additional information
Further Information
Candidates wishing to discuss more details of the post, please contact:
Julian Robins – Consultant Ophthalmologist [email protected] (Third parties/Locum agencies are NOT welcome to contact and any correspondence will be returned unanswered.)
Bina Parmar - Consultant Ophthalmologist [email protected] (Third parties/Locum agencies are NOT welcome to contact and any correspondence will be returned unanswered.)
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