Clinical fellowship in vitro-retinal for ophthalmology is available for a 12 month fixed term period. The post is based at our Denmark Hill site. the post will be a combination of out-patient clinics, theatre lists and on call commitments.

The clinical duties comprise the investigation and treatment of patients with retinal diseases and allied disorders. Tenure of the post is initially for 12 months but may be renewable by mutual consent. The ideal candidate would be a CCT holder or equivalent who wishes to specialize in the surgical treatment of retinal diseases. The post is not a Deanery TSC.

Some general ophthalmology provisions and on call are required and the fellow will be on call for all urgent vitreoretinal cases. The post holder will gain surgical experience commensurate with their prior experience and ability.

Applicants must have MRCOphth or equivalent, be eligible for full or limited registration with the GMC at the time of appointment, and be eligible to work in England. Previous research experience is desirable but not essential. Previous surgical retina experience, such as a vitreoretinal TSC, is also desirable but not essential. Candidates must be able to undertake independent cataract surgery prior to appointment.
Main duties of the job

Outpatient clinics, laser procedures, theatre lists, on call commitments and much more. See full JD and timetable for further information
About us

King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's largest and busiest teaching Trusts with a turnover of c1 billion, 1.5 million patient contacts a year and more than 15,000 staff based across South East London. The Trust provides a full range of local and specialist services across its five sites. The trust-wide strategy of Strong Roots, Global Reachis our Vision to be BOLD, Brilliant people, Outstanding care, Leaders in Research, Innovation and Education, Diversity, Equality and Inclusion at the heart of everything we do. By being person-centred, digitally-enabled, and focused on sustainability, we aim to take Team King's to another level.

We are at a pivotal point in our history and we require individuals who are ready to join a highly professional team and make a real, lasting difference to our patients and our people.

King's is committed to delivering Sustainable Healthcare for All via our Green Plan. In line with national Greener NHS ambitions, we have set net zero carbon targets of 2040 for our NHS Carbon Footprint and 2045 for our NHS Carbon Footprint Plus. Everyone's contribution is required in order to meet the goals set out in our Green Plan and we encourage all staff to work responsibly, minimising their contributions to the Trust's carbon emissions, waste and pollution wherever possible.

Job description
Job responsibilities

10 Indicative Weekly Timetables

** These timetables are under review and as such the below are indicative only. VR fellow timetables to use a six week pattern, involving long shifts and one Saturday theatre day in that period.**

VR Fellow 1

Day

AM

PM

Monday

VR clinic (DH)

(Prof T Jackson)

VR theatre (DH)

(Prof T Jackson)

Tuesday

VR clinic (DH)

(Prof T Jackson)

MR clinic (DH)

(Mr Eleftheriadis)

Wednesday

MR virtual clinic (DH)

VR theatre (DH)

(Mr McHugh)

Thursday

VR clinic (DH)

(Mr McHugh)

Laser clinic (DH)

Friday

SPA

KRESS / Teaching (DH)

VR Fellow 2

Day

AM

PM

Monday

VR clinic (DH)

(Prof T Jackson)

MR virtual clinic (DH)

Tuesday

VR clinic (QMH)

(Ms Grabowska)

VR theatre (QMH)

(Ms Grabowska)

Wednesday

MR clinic (DH)

(Mr Pringle)

MR clinic (DH)

(Mr Pringle)

Thursday

Laser clinic (QMH)

SPA

Friday

VR theatre (DH)

(Mr Pringle)

KRESS / Teaching (DH)

VR Fellow 3

Day

AM

PM

Monday

SPA

Tuesday

Laser clinic (QMH)

VR clinic (QMH)

(Mr Pringle)

Wednesday

MR clinic (QMH)

(Mr Habal)

VR clinic (QMH)

(Mr Habal)

Thursday

VR clinic (QMH)

(Ms Grabowska)

VR theatre (QMH)

(Ms Grabowska) / MR virtual clinic (QMH)

Friday

VR theatre (QMH)

(Mr Habal)

VR theatre (QMH)

(Mr Habal) / RAU (QMH) alternate

Person Specification
Qualifications & Training
Essential

• Medical Degree
• MRCOphth or equivalent
• Minimum of 5 years' full time (or equivalent part time) hospital service in the ST5-6 grade or higher or equivalent

Skills & Experience
Essential

• Ability to perform high volume unsupervised cataract surgery
• Experience of glaucoma surgery

Other Criteria
Essential

• Full registration (or eligible for full registration) with the General Medical Council

Desirable

• Distinctions or Prizes during undergraduate training
• Research & Publications

Employer details
Employer name

King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address

Denmark Hill

London

SE5 9RS

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