Job summary
- Main area
- Ophthalmology
- Grade
- NHS Medical & Dental: Consultant
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full time - 10 sessions per week
- Job ref
- 302-25-6969984MHR-S
- Employer
- Wrightington, Wigan and Leigh Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Boston House - Wigan Health Centre
- Town
- Wigan
- Salary
- £105,504 - £139,882 10 PA job plan
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 18/02/2025 08:00
Employer heading
Consultant and Honorary Senior Clinical Lecturer in Ophthalmology with special interest in glaucoma
NHS Medical & Dental: Consultant
Choose Well - Choose WWL
Job overview
The position is a Substantive Consultant Ophthalmologist with special interest in glaucoma, you will have substantial surgical and clinical experience in glaucoma diagnosis and management, ideally within the UK The post is based at our main Ophthalmic site, Boston House in Wigan with onsite parking facilities. Working in collaboration with Edge Hill University this post offers 2 PA per week dedicated to holding position as a senior lecturer at Edge Hill University Medical School, under an Honorary Contract . Clinical duties will take place at the main site Boston House, with regular travel to other sites, in particular Leigh Infirmary where surgery is performed in our dedicated Day Case Unit , this unit was awarded GIRFT Hub Accreditation in 2024. We a recurrently expanding our Ophthalmology capacity to support increasing referrals from within GM into our service.
Main duties of the job
Lead and develop a specialised Glaucoma service for the diagnosis and medical and surgical management of patients who present with all forms of glaucoma. With the current backlogs, there is much enthusiasm to expand virtual glaucoma clinics and care Participate on a weekly basis in the running of the Urgent Referral Clinic. Accept personal responsibility for the total clinical care of patients referred to them. Contribute to and participate in the development of the service and assist in the delivery of the national 18-week programme. Collaborate positively with colleagues to provide effective clinical leadership for all the staff in the service. Work collaboratively with all staff to establish and sustain a team approach in managing waiting lists, reducing waiting times and ensuring essential services are delivered in line with the Department’s and Trust’s protocols and patient charter/service requirements. Contribute to Clinical Governance, Clinic Audit and evidence-based practice within the department. Participate in teaching of undergraduates and postgraduates and other health care professionals. Provide supervision and training to junior hospital doctors and to facilitate the expansion of the role of Non-Medical Practitioners. To contribute to the management of ophthalmic services within the Trust. Participate regularly in departmental case review meetings.
Working for our organisation
Why be a cog when you can be the wheel for change? Join our small friendly department that has always punched above its weight in patient focused service delivery. With fresh leadership and new strategies, the Department is now poised for change and expansion - ready to transform to an Eye Unit with equal emphasis on training and teaching, whilst we continue to deliver safe patient care and quality patient experience. We are on the lookout for a dedicated and enthusiastic glaucoma specialist with the desire to build and lead an exemplary Unit that offers timely proven medical and surgical care to our cohort of glaucoma patients. WWL NHS FT has recently acquired Teaching hospital status and will fully support the individual in their training and teaching aspirations. Our Trust has in the past year built a close relationship with the Edge Hill University Medical School to offer undergraduate and postgraduate placements to medical students. We welcome any requests for departmental visits and informal discussions in relation to the post.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Detailed job description and main responsibilities Lead and develop a specialised Glaucoma service for the diagnosis and medical and surgical management of patients who present with all forms of glaucoma. The Trust is keen on increasing virtual clinics and care in all sub-specialities and will expect such clinics as part of the Glaucoma Service. Participate on a weekly basis in the running of the Urgent Referral Clinic. Contribute to Clinical Governance, Clinic Audit and evidence-based practice within the department. To always promote the Equality Agenda. Participate in teaching and supervision of undergraduates and postgraduates and other health care professionals. To fully embrace the flexible working practices of the department. To actively support the Clinical Director/Clinical Lead and Trust in continually developing the service, introducing new innovations and working practices and continually improving efficiency. To participate actively in continuing professional development (CPD).
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
- MBBS or Basic Medical Degree
- FRCOphth or equivalent
- Full registration with GMC
Desirable criteria
- Specialty specific exams
- MD/MS
Additional
Essential criteria
- Computer literate
- Motivated and ambitious
- Compassionate clinician
Desirable criteria
- Evidence of commitment to team building
- Understanding of Clinical Governance and quality issues
Experience
Essential criteria
- Glaucoma Fellowship or equivalent experience
- Proven Clinical experience in Ophthalmology, with a broad experience of the specialty
- Ability to carry out high volume cataract surgery
- Ability to organise and prioritise work effectively
- Able to plan and develop the service
- Experience of working in and leading a multi-disciplinary team, balancing departmental and personal objectives
Skills
Essential criteria
- Ability to communicate clearly with clinical colleagues, laboratory staff, and other staff and agencies
- Experience in teaching junior medical staff
- Commitment to continuing professional development
- Computer Literate
Desirable criteria
- Experience in undergraduate teaching
- Formal training in teaching skills
- Subspecialty training in Glaucoma
- Management training
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Mr Manoj Mathi
- Job title
- Clinical Lead
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 01942 82 2233
If you have problems applying, contact
- Address
-
Wrightington, Wigan and Leigh Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
- Telephone
- [email protected]
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