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Ophthalmology
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NHS Medical & Dental: Consultant
Contract
Parhaol
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Llawnamser - 10 sesiwn yr wythnos
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264-6411133-SUR
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Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
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NHS
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Kettering General Hospital
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Kettering
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£99,532 - £131,964 per annum
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22/07/2024 23:59

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Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust logo

Consultant Ophthalmologist

NHS Medical & Dental: Consultant

Trosolwg o'r swydd

Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust would like to invite applications for a substantive consultant post in Ophthalmology, to join the existing team of six Ophthalmologists providing acute and out-patient care to the population of Northamptonshire and surrounding regions. We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic full-time consultant ophthalmologist. The post is for a consultant with a sub-specialist interest in Cornea and Anterior Segment and high volume Cataract surgery to complement the department based at Kettering. This is a replacement post and to add to our existing team of consultants.

The Department of Ophthalmology at Kettering General Hospital is committed to providing high quality, patient centred care and it is expected the successful candidate will be an exceptional and highly motivated individual, working with a similar ethos. The post-holder will participate in the Ophthalmology on call rota at the Trust.

JD/PS pending Royal College Approval 

Prif ddyletswyddau'r swydd

The post-holder will be joining a cohesive team of six Consultant Ophthalmologist's and will enjoy proactive involvement in developing and delivering, new innovative, clinical pathways and support education, audits and learning as an established Teaching Unit.

Gweithio i'n sefydliad

Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest employers in the area and we are on an exciting journey. Our mission is to provide safe, compassionate, and clinically excellent patient care, by being an outstanding employer for our people. We have entered into a Group Model with neighbouring Northampton General Hospital and have become University Hospitals of Northamptonshire.
 
Our Excellence Values:
Compassion
Respect
Integrity
Courageous
Accountable
 

Kettering General Hospital  is a defence positive trust, supporting veterans, reservists, spouses & their families, and cadet armed forces volunteers, utilising their unique skills and experiences within the hospital workforce. We provide exceptional support to our employees who serve as reservists, ensuring they can balance their civilian and military responsibilities effectively.

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The new appointee will share responsibilities with consultant colleagues for providing a high standard of comprehensive eye care and, will be expected to develop services in his or her special interest, not only within the Kettering NHS Trust but with the local corneal services at Leicester and Norhampton at a later date, as part of an ongoing countrywide strategy for developing acute services. The successful candidate will also have one dedicated session supporting the Eye casualty service. The consultant will be part of the Corneal MDT group based at Leicester and will be able to avail of peer support.

 

The on-call commitment is one week in seven and covers the north of the county and is based at Kettering.

 

Other duties include the full range of administrative activities involved in running the clinics and department including training and supervision of junior staff and supervision of clinical audit as well as working with other specialities.  The appointee will be expected to take part in CME activities in line with College recommendations.

 

The department was successful in receiving Action on Cataracts funding and runs a two-stop cataract service. We are also proud to host an EyeSi simulation suite within the department that has trained several ophthalmic trainees in the region and non -ophthalmic doctors in the trust. This is only unit with an up-to-date EyeSi facility in the region.

 

Manyleb y person

Education, Training & Qualifications

Meini prawf hanfodol
  • Medical degree FRCS or equivalent. Full GMC registration. On Specialist Registrar/Accreditation
  • Will be required to maintain a full registration with General Medical Council

Knowledge & Experience

Meini prawf hanfodol
  • Minimum of 7 years postgraduate experience, including higher surgical training. Part of this period may be in a post equivalent with responsibility and training potential
  • At least 3 years’ experience higher surgical training in approved ophthalmology post
  • Extensive experience in management of ophthalmology conditions
  • Proven involvement in clinical audit Proven track record of ophthalmology research with evidence of publications
Meini prawf dymunol
  • Special interest that complements the Department
  • Commitment to clinical risk management and clinical governance

Skills

Meini prawf hanfodol
  • Good written and verbal communication skills. Evidence of the ability to communicate with patients, colleagues and staff at all levels
  • Ability to teach effectively to all levels of staff
  • Ability to motivate and develop junior medical staff
  • Ability to plan, implement and evaluate research. Participate in and implement audits. Be actively involved with Risk Management strategies
  • Flexible approach, able to work independently and as part of a team. Ability to gain the trust and confidence of colleagues and patients
Meini prawf dymunol
  • The appointee will be expected to drive and provide own transport and live within reasonable travelling distance of Kettering General Hospital for on-call commitments

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Miss Jayshree Menon
Teitl y swydd
Consultant and Clinical Lead
Cyfeiriad ebost
[email protected]
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01536 491268
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Visits to the Trust

Prospective candidates are encouraged to contact us (see below) to discuss the post.

Shortlisted candidates will be expected to visit the hospital.

Applicants will be reimbursed travelling expenses for:

  1. Pre-interview visits for short-listed candidates only (maximum of 2 visits)
  2. Attendance at interview

 

 

Mr T Shergill

Consultant Ophthalmologist

Kettering General Hospital NHS trust

Secretary: 01536 492165

 

Mr V Sampat

Consultant Ophthalmologist

Kettering General Hospital NHS trust

Secretary: 01536 493565

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