Clinical Fellow in Accident & Emergency Ophthalmology – London, UK

Clinical Fellow in Accident & Emergency Ophthalmology – London, UK

Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is asking for applications for the job of Clinical Fellow in Accident & Emergency Ophthalmology. This job is in London, United Kingdom. It is a full-time position that lasts for 12 months. It is for doctors who want to gain experience in emergency ophthalmology and in specialist eye care. The job pays £51,060 every year. It is open to doctors, from countries who need Skilled Worker visa sponsorship.

Job details

About Job

The Clinical Fellow will help support Moorfields Eye Hospitals Accident and Emergency ophthalmology services. Most of the work will be at the City Road department. There may also be some sessions at Moorfields satellite locations. The position is, for 12 months. It is a full-time role and fixed-term.

The person who gets this job will work on checking and taking care of patients who have eye problems. They will also make sure those patients get the care they need after their visit. This role is part of the hospitals emergency eye care team. The job gives a chance to learn more about areas of eye care like the back part of the eye inflammation inside the eye problems with the nerves connected to the eyes high eye pressure, issues with the outside of the eye and the gel-like substance, inside the eye. These special areas do not involve surgery.

Additional responsibilities include overseeing medical staff taking part in teaching events helping with clinical research and reviews and being, on duty every fourth weekend. Some evening shifts could also be needed,. Most of the time work will happen during regular daytime hours.

The hospital provides an encouraging place to work. There is support, from doctors and chances to grow in your career. People who apply can also enjoy work schedules that can be adjusted and get to see different kinds of eye problems and special eye care cases.

Eligibility Criteria

• ✅ Applicants must have an MBBS degree or another medical qualification that is considered the same as an MBBS degree.
• ✅ Candidates must have MRCOphth, FRCOphth or another qualification that is considered the same as these.

• ✅ Registration with the UK General Medical Council (GMC) is needed.
• ✅ Candidates should ideally have experience that’s the same as being a specialist registrar in year 2 or year 3 in ophthalmology or have finished training that is the same as higher surgical training.
• ✅ Applicants should have worked for least 18 months as a senior house officer in ophthalmology and one year as a pre-registration house officer in medicine and surgery or have similar experience.
• ✅ Candidates should show they are good at ophthalmic surgery have strong clinical skills and are interested, in emergency eye care.
• ✅ International applicants who need Worker visa sponsorship are welcome to apply, as long as they meet the correct immigration rules.

Benefits

• Annual salary of £51,060, which includes the High-Cost Area Supplement.

• Chance to join the NHS Pension Scheme.

• Free 24/7 independent counselling service.

• Opportunities for learning and development.

• Clinical. Support from consultants.

• Access, to NHS discounts and the Blue Light Card scheme.

• Free Pilates classes.
• Convenient transport connections.
• Flexible working agreements and additional staff benefits.

Required Documents

• Updated professional CV.
• MBBS degree and relevant medical qualification certificates.
• FRCOphth, MRCOphth or equivalent qualification evidence.
• GMC registration details.
• Professional experience and employment records.
• Career portfolio, including recent appraisal documents.
• Any additional supporting documents requested in the official application.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should submit their applications via the NHS Jobs recruitment portal. Before applying carefully review the job description and person specification. Your application must include your qualifications, GMC registration, ophthalmology experience and any other relevant supporting documents.

International candidates who need Worker visa sponsorship are also welcome to apply. Sponsorship depends on the employer’s assessment and compliance, with UK immigration rules. Please ensure your application is submitted online before the closing date listed in the job advert.

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