Locum Consultant Neuro-ophthalmologist

Job summary Applications are invited for the post of Consultant Neuro-Ophthalmologist at the University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust (UHB). The post will be based on a full time 10 PA permanent contract. This is an additional post to manage emergency work from the region, including the Birmingham Midland Eye Centre. Ophthalmology is located at four hospital sites as part of UHB which are: Queen Elizabeth Hospital Birmingham (QEHB), Heartlands Hospital Birmingham (HHB), Solihull Hospital (SH) and Good Hope Hospital (GHH). There are more than 30 substantive consultants who provide an outpatient and surgical service. The entire range of Ophthalmology sub-speciality clinics are provided and there is a close communication with consultants in other specialities. As well as consultant ophthalmologists the eye service is supported by ophthalmic specialist trainees, staff-grades, fellows, orthoptists, optometrists, ophthalmic nurses and ophthalmic technicians. There is a programme of training for extended roles, with Clinical Nurse Specialists in a number of specialities. Imaging facilities vary across the hospital sites depending on the service needs, however, it currently includes OCT, OCTA, Bluepeak AF, Multicolour, HRA-OCT for FFA/ICG, California UWF Optos, Ultrasound, UBM, AS-OCT, Corneal topography and research access to FLEX mobile Spectralis and Anterion SS AS-OCT. In addition, UHBFT has a substantial neuro-radiology department with access to the full range of neuro-imaging facilities. Main duties of the job This is an additional post to support UHB Ophthalmology services in Neuro-ophthalmology and the successful applicant will be expected to establish a service to help meet the clinical requirements of the emergency workload from across the region. It is anticipated that the post holder will have post-CCT subspecialty training in Neuro-ophthalmology. The post holder will be expected to contribute to the research portfolio of the department. Whilst the majority of sessions are likely to take place at QEHB, there may be a clinical need for sessions to also be at any of the other hospital sites also. Flexibility with regard to the timetabling of fixed sessions will be expected. We are working towards a three session day so some of the timetabled fixed sessions may be evening sessions and/or weekend sessions. We are also increasing our provision of community ophthalmology and thus clinics may include review of remotely acquired investigations. Flexible/annualised sessions may be included for some theatre sessions to support the department maximising theatre capacity for our patients. On-Call Duties At present there are no regular on-call or out of hours duties. The trust is a Stage one Trauma Centre and out of hours provision at UHB may be necessary in the future. It is expected that the clinical team participate in supporting the review of ward referrals in clinic. About us We are recognised as one of the leading NHS Foundation Trusts in the UK. Our vision is to Build Healthier Lives, and we recognise that we need incredible staff to do this. Our commitment to our staff is to create the best place for them to work, and we are dedicated to: Investing in the health and wellbeing of our staff, including a commitment of offering flexible working where we can;Offer our staff a wide variety of training and development opportunities, to support their personal and career development objectives. UHB is committed to ensuring that our staff are treated fairly and feel that they belong, by creating a kind and inclusive environment. This is about equity of opportunity; removing all barriers, including discrimination and ensuring each individual member of staff reach their true potential, achieve their ambitions and thrive in their work. This is more than words. We are taking action. Our commitment to an inclusive culture is embedded at all levels of the organisation where every voice is heard, driven by our diverse and active staff networks, and at Board level by the Fairness Taskforce led by our CEO. We nurture a culture which empowers staff to challenge discriminatory behaviours and to enable people to bring their 'whole self' to a kinder, more connected and bold place to work. University Hospitals Birmingham is a Smoke-Free premises hospital. Date posted 28 June 2024 Pay scheme Hospital medical and dental staff Grade Consultant Salary £99,532 to £131,964 a year Contract Fixed term Duration 12 months Working pattern Full-time Reference number 304-KA-1085061 Job locations Queen Elizabeth Hospital Mindelsohn Way Birmingham West Midlands B15 2TH Job description Job responsibilities Clinical Governance The appointee will be expected to participate in all aspects of clinical governance as developed by the Trust to monitor, maintain and develop the quality and effectiveness of care. The Trust is committed to the development and maintenance of the highest clinical standards through individual appraisal. This will include the audit of personal and clinical practice as well as involvement in departmental and speciality reviews. It will also involve attention to continuing professional development and to meeting requirements for continuing medical education as expected by the Royal College of Ophthalmologists. It will also involve the awareness of professional standards and the responsibility to undertake safe and ethical clinical practice and the importance of responding promptly to any circumstances, which may result in increased clinical risk or adverse outcome.

• Extensive experience of general ophthalmology and medical management of patients with Neuro-ophthalmic complaints. Interpretation of neuro-imaging.
• Established portfolio of teaching experience.
• Established portfolio of teaching experience.
• Ability to establish good working relationships with staff and be able to communicate well with patients.
• Flexibility.
• Good organisational skills and time management. Job description Job responsibilities Clinical Governance The appointee will be expected to participate in all aspects of clinical governance as developed by the Trust to monitor, maintain and develop the quality and effectiveness of care. The Trust is committed to the development and maintenance of the highest clinical standards through individual appraisal. This will include the audit of personal and clinical practice as well as involvement in departmental and speciality reviews. It will also involve attention to continuing professional development and to meeting requirements for continuing medical education as expected by the Royal College of Ophthalmologists. It will also involve the awareness of professional standards and the responsibility to undertake safe and ethical clinical practice and the importance of responding promptly to any circumstances, which may result in increased clinical risk or adverse outcome.
• Extensive experience of general ophthalmology and medical management of patients with Neuro-ophthalmic complaints. Interpretation of neuro-imaging.
• Established portfolio of teaching experience.
• Established portfolio of teaching experience.
• Ability to establish good working relationships with staff and be able to communicate well with patients.
• Flexibility.
• Good organisational skills and time management. Person Specification Qualifications Essential
• Full GMC Registration. On the Specialist Register or within 6 months of completion of training.
• CCST or CCT.
• FRCOphth or equivalent. Person Specification Qualifications Essential
• Full GMC Registration. On the Specialist Register or within 6 months of completion of training.
• CCST or CCT.
• FRCOphth or equivalent. 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust Address Queen Elizabeth Hospital Mindelsohn Way Birmingham West Midlands B15 2TH Employer's website https://www.uhb.nhs.uk/jobs.htm (Opens in a new tab) Employer details Employer name University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust Address Queen Elizabeth Hospital Mindelsohn Way Birmingham West Midlands B15 2TH Employer's website https://www.uhb.nhs.uk/jobs.htm (Opens in a new tab) #J-18808-Ljbffr