FT Specialty Doctor Ophthalmology

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)

We are looking for a Speciality Doctor to help us with our management of the Ophthalmic needs in our catchment areas. This is a vacant post and is to support all subspecialties, as well as provide injections, laser, and minor operations. Ability to provide cataract operating would be welcome. If you are able to fulfill this role then please get in touch and come and visit us.

We are a small, friendly department and provide world-class care in our two Ophthalmological surgical centres, at St Richard's, Chichester and Southlands Hospital, which is a state-of-the-art centre built in 2017. There has been a substantial investment in the service in recent years to help us manage our workload.

Main duties of the job

This post is an exciting opportunity for a junior doctor in ophthalmology to gain experience in working within our department and to enhance basic skills and general ophthalmology knowledge, all of which are essential in developing as an ophthalmologist. The doctor will be supervised by senior colleagues and consultants, learning to use specialised equipment and developing their skills. There will be opportunities around being introduced to common surgical procedures, and one theatre list will be incorporated in the timetable. The doctor will be encouraged to develop and lead on research and audit projects within our department, and a session will be allocated for these activities.

About us

At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.

We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We're here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our Wellbeing Programme for staff, which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work-life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.

As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching, and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career, we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.

We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.

Job responsibilities

Please see the job description and the person specification attached to the advert for further details.

Person Specification

Experience/Qualifications

• oST4 and above or appropriate specialist qualification
• oFull GMC Registration with a licence to practice
• oFour years post-graduation, with two years in the relevant specialty
• oHigher Degree
• oFRCOphth/FRCEd or equivalent
• oEyelid anatomy and practical skills courses

Clinical Skills & Experience

• oUnderstanding of clinical risk management
• oIndependent surgeon in minor operations
• oPrevious oncoplastics exposure
• oProficient in common lid surgery

Knowledge

• oBreadth of experience in and outside specialty

Organisation & Planning

• oExperience and ability to work in multi-professional teams
• oUnderstanding of: NHS / Clinical governance / Resource constraints
• oEvidence of managerial skills: Achievements / Course attended

Teaching Skills

• oEvidence of an interest and commitment to teaching
• oRecognised teaching qualification

Academic & Research

• oEvidence of participation in audit
• oResearch experience
• oPublications
• oPrizes and honours

Career Progression & Personal Attributes

• oAppropriate progression of career to date
• oEvidence of: Good communication skills both oral and written

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975, and as such, it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.