Senior Clinical FellowFixed Term

Senior Clinical Fellow Glaucoma

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust

CQC: Inadequate

Chelmsford

Salary

£44,170 – £67,610

Training post

Unknown

Trust type

Foundation

Posted

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About the role

This is an excellent opportunity to join our dynamic glaucoma service within the ophthalmology service at Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust. The position is based at Broomfield Hospital in Chelmsford but some cross site travel may be required.

This fellowship provides extensive clinical and surgical experience in the diagnosis and management of Glaucoma. Some prior experience in glaucoma for this position is essential. The post may involve component working in the eye emergency clinic and has on call commitment.

The department is well equipped with modern equipment including OCT’s lasers and dedicated Ophthalmic operating theatres.

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To gain comprehensive experience in:

Senior Clinical Fellow Glaucoma

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust

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Managing complex glaucoma patients

Performing a full range of laser treatments for glaucoma

Performing glaucoma surgery, minimally invasive glaucoma surgery and complex cataract surgery

Supervision of allied health professionals working within the glaucoma service and junior doctors training within the department of ophthalmology

To support the provision of the ophthalmology service including glaucoma clinics, laser clinics, surgery, eye emergency clinic and ward referrals.

To contribute to the development overall of the glaucoma and ophthalmology service.

To participate in clinical and other service activities with the object of ensuring a high standard of patient care.

To work with medical, nursing and managerial colleagues to ensure the high performance in outpatients.

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Regular clinical duties, which include the management of out-patients and in-patients, including ward referrals. The post holder will also be expected to take part in the on-call rota at Broomfield Hospital.

Some Cross site working may be required.

Please see attached a full job description setting out the details of the role and responsibilities.

We look forward to your application.

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Our ambition is to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and well-being of our patients, and provide a vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers. We aim to make the most of our skills and experiences so we can become the best we can be. As one organisation we will recruit the finest and retain more specialist staff due to more employment opportunities across our Trust.

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Person specification

Essential

MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
Successful completion of FRCOphth or equivalent
Eligible for full GMC Registration
Evidence of achievement of Foundation competencies by time of appointment in line with GMC standards/Good Medical Practice

Desirable

previous experience in ophthalmology and Glaucoma