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Job overview
Paediatric Ophthalmology Fellow
12 month Fixed Term
10 Sessions
Job summary Barts Health NHS Trust is one of UKs top teaching hospitals, in the rapidly growing North East of London where through a programme of unprecedented investment Britain’s biggest hospital aims to improve services and most of the needs of our local population.
Main duties of the job
Main duties of the job The post-holder forms part of a team of 10 Consultants supported by an Associate Specialist (1), Clinical Fellows (6) and Specialist Trainees (4).
We are currently seeking an enthusiastic Ophthalmologist to take up the position of Paediatric Ophthalmology Fellow supporting the service. This position offers clinical experience and training opportunities in contemporary techniques related to Paediatric Ophthalmology. The fellowship also provides surgical access with Paediatric Ophthalmology lists, with the possibility of additional lists. The post holder will be expected to take part in research projects. Continuing education, professional development and audit opportunities will be available.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
We are currently seeking a motivated ophthalmologist to take up the position of senior clinical Ophthalmology fellow for 12 months. This is an important post based at Whipps Cross University Hospital, and we are hoping to recruit an innovative and committed individual. It will provide comprehensive training opportunities in Paediatric Ophthalmology. There is a 1:8 first on-call commitment. See the job description for further details.
There is a 1:8 first on-call commitment and busy eye casualty sessions.
Person specification
Experience
Essential
- Competent in the assessment and management of paediatric -ophthalmic conditions
- Competent in managing general ophthalmic and acute ophthalmic conditions
Desirable
- Competent in management of ocular trauma(surgical/optional)
Qualifications
Essential
- GMC registration
- A minimum of 3 years experience in Ophthalmology
Desirable
- Higher degree (PhD or MD) Ophthalmology Fellowship
Personal Skills
Essential
- Team player
- Flexible
- Patient focused
- Innovative
Desirable
- Recent 360-degree multi-source feedback
Professional Skills
Essential
- Clinical Leadership
- Working in multidisciplinary teams
- Training junior doctors and allied healthcare professionals
- Clinical governance including audit
- Communication
- IT Skills
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This advert is for Trust Doctor (eqv to ST3+) in Paediatric Ophthalmology with Barts Health NHS Trust in London, London, England. It is listed as a Senior Medical doctor Ophthalmology role. The advertised salary is £57,397 - £67,610 Per Annum. The contract type is Fixed term: 12 months (12 Months). The application deadline is 02 Aug 2026.
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