Job Description

We are seeking to recruit an enthusiastic, innovative and progressive Locum Consultant to join our Medical Retina and Uveitis team.
The appointee will cover Birmingham and Midland Eye Centre and Sandwell General Hospital during the on call. Although not necessary, applications are also welcome from candidates with FRCOphth (or equivalent) who are on the General Medical Council's Specialist Register or who will be within six months of obtaining their CCT at the time of interview.
Applicants should demonstrate their capability to be an independent cataract surgeon. A fellowship experience in Medical Retina and Uveitis will be desirable. The candidate should be able to manage complex ocular inflammatory conditions and have experience in systemic immunosuppression.
This post is for 1 x locum consultant post.
Main duties of the job
The post will enable the successful applicant to develop new ways of working in medical retina, uveitis, virtual services and further development of extended teams with AHPs. The appointee will take equal responsibility with existing Consultants for the proper functioning of the clinical service, working with clinical and managerial colleagues towards achieving and maintaining national maximum waiting times and developing clinical pathways in line with the maximum 18-week patient pathway guarantee. There is a commitment to General Ophthalmology on-call as part of this post.
About us
Sandwell and West Birmingham NHS Trust (SWB) serves Birmingham and the Black Country - one of the country's most culturally diverse areas. It's a friendly and welcoming place - a place where you can belong, and a place where you can grow.
We care for our patients, we care about our population, and we care about our people.
Our values - Ambition, Respect and Compassion - are at the heart of who we are. They guide us every step of the way how we work with each other, and how we look after our patients and their families how we respect and value the rich diversity of our team and our community.
Our Trust has always aspired to be more than a hospital, more than a healthcare provider. Our purpose is to Improve the Life Chances and Health Outcomes of our Population. It is what inspires, drives, and unites us every day. It's what makes us unique.
We want working at SWB to feel like more than just a job. We want our Trust to be a place where you can feel you belong. A place where you feel happy, safe, and rewarded. A place where you can develop your career in whatever way you choose.When we say we're 'with you all the way' we want you to know that we mean it.Visit the SWB website to find out more about our ambitions and people plans
Job description
Job responsibilities
For more information on the job role and responsibilities, please refer to the attached.
Informal enquiries are welcome. Applicants may contact
Mr Vijay Modi (vijay.modi@nhs.net) to arrange an informal visit.
Interested candidates can contact the Subspecialty Leads and the Clinical Director to discuss the post further :
Mrs Bushra Mushtaq Medical Retina Lead (bushramushtaq@nhs.net)Mr Sreekanth Sreekantham Uveitis Lead (sreekanth.sreekantam@nhs.net)
Mr Maged Nessim Clinical Director (maged.nessim@nhs.net)
Person Specification
Other Requirements
Essential

• Fulfils all other essential criteria as per Personal Specification
• GMC registration with License to Practice
• Clinical training and experience equivalent to that required for gaining CCT in Ophthalmology

Desirable

• Formal training in teaching
• Knowledge and experience of the application of information technology to Ophthalmology
• Publications in relevant peer-reviewed journals in the last 5 years
• Evidence of having undertaken original research
• Special interest that complements the existing consultants or has special interest in Uveitis/Medical Retina service

Clinical Experience:
Essential

• Clinical training and experience equivalent to that required for gaining CCT in Ophthalmology
• Ability to take full and independent responsibility for the management of acute medical emergencies
• Ability to take full and independent responsibility for the care of patients
• Fellowship in Medical Retina/Uveitis
• Specialist interest in Medical Retina/Uveitis

Desirable

• Previous experience in providing Uveitis/Medical Retina service

Qualifications
Essential

• Entry on the Specialist Register in Ophthalmology (or CCT expected within 6 months from the date of interview)
• MBBS or equivalent

Desirable

• Higher Degree

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