Job Description

Applications are invited for this Fellowship post specialising in Paediatric Ophthalmology.



Applicants are required to hold FRCOphth or equivalent and be registered with the General Medical Council.



The post is based at the Moorfields' St Georges site in Tooting. The post provides exposure to Paediatric ophthalmology outpatient clinics, Theatre operating lists, Toxin outpatient clinics and children's A+E. An example timetable is enclosed, this will be subject to change depending on service requirements.



Provide High Quality Care to Patients



The post holder must be medically qualified and maintain GMC specialist registration and hold a licence to practice



To develop and maintain the competencies required to carry out the duties required of the post.



To ensure prompt attendance at agreed direct clinical care Programmed Activities.



To ensure patients are involved in decisions about their care and to respond to their views.



Participate in clinical audit and incident reporting



To ensure clinical guidelines and protocols are adhered to



To work collaboratively with all members of the multi-disciplinary team



Adhere to Trust/departmental guidelines on leave including reporting absence.



The post covers Paediatric ophthalmology outpatient clinics, Theatre operating lists, Toxin outpatient clinics and children's A+E.



Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is the largest specialist eye hospital in the UK. Moorfields is a postgraduate teaching hospital with an international reputation for expertise in ophthalmic treatment managed by a Trust Board appointed by the Secretary of State.



The Hospital is closely associated with the adjacent Institute of Ophthalmology (University of London) and this association fosters a unique mixture of teaching and research. Many of our clinicians are internationally renowned and have contributed extensively to the development of modern treatments.



At Moorfields, we provide more than just an excellent career and great colleagues to work with. We also offer:



Salary including High-Cost Area Supplement



Opportunity to join the NHS Pension Scheme



Free 24/7 independent counselling service



Learning and development opportunities



Easy and quick transport links



A range of attractive benefits and discounts



Access to Blue Light Card and other NHS Discount Schemes



Free Pilates classes



Full support and training to develop your skills



Flexible working friendly organisation



And so much more! To see the full range of benefits we offer please see our Moorfields benefits document.



The successful applicants will be exposed to a wide range of all types of ocular motility disorder and appropriate surgery. There will be wide exposure to paediatric ophthalmology including the management and treatment of retinopathy of prematurity, paediatric cataract, paediatric neuro-ophthalmology and paediatric retinal and genetic diseases. The timetable is comprised of 8 direct clinical care sessions and 2 study / admin sessions across a Monday to Friday working week.



Full detailed job description and person specification is included.