Moorfields Eye Hospital, London, Fellowship
Locum Consultant Anaesthetist (Ophthalmology)
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Job Overview
We are Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust. Founded in 1804, Moorfields Eye Hospital is a world-class centre of excellence for eye health services, ophthalmic research, and education.
With more than 2,300 staff we are proud to be supported by one of the most diverse workforces in the NHS. Every year we treat more than 700,000 patients at City Road in central London and at our 22 satellite sites, and, in partnership with the UCL Institute of Ophthalmology and Moorfields Biomedical Research Centre we lead one of the most impactful ophthalmic research programmes in the world.
We train many of the leading eye care clinicians in the UK and internationally and have a global reputation for quality and professionalism in ophthalmic care. In addition, we also operate commercial divisions that provide care to private patients in both London and the Middle East.
If you want to be part of delivering world-class eye health services and you share our values: excellence, equity, and kindness, then we would love to hear from you!
Main Duties of the Job
We have two positions available across our hospital sites:
Post 1: Northwick Park
- 4 theatre lists per week
- 4.5 PA + 0.25 PA for admin + 1.5 SPA + 0.25 PA for Clinical Governance for a total of 6.5 PA
Post 2: Ealing and Potters Bar
- 5 theatre lists per week
- 5.625 PA + 0.25 PA for admin + 1.5 SPA + 0.25 PA for Clinical Governance for a total of 7.625 PA
The hours for post 1 and post 2 are:
- AM session 08:30 – 12:30
- PM session 13:00 – 17:00
The locum consultants have a continuing responsibility for the care of patients in their charge, and for the proper functioning of the service. The post holders are expected to maintain an efficient service, maximising use of theatre time and working flexibly to ensure the smooth running of the operating department.
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The locum consultants are expected to participate in clinical governance and audit, to meet annual training requirements, and to satisfy the annual requirement for continuous professional development set out by The Royal College of Anaesthetists. They will participate in the Trust’s appraisal scheme.
Operating theatres are normally open between 08.30 to 17.00 weekdays.
Working for Our Organisation
What’s in It for You?
At Moorfields, we invest in you—your growth, your wellbeing, your future.
You’ll join a flexible, supportive organisation offering:
- Competitive salary
- Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme
- 24/7 independent counselling support
- Career-long learning and development opportunities
- Excellent transport connections
- Access to NHS and Blue Light discount schemes
- Free Pilates classes
- Full support and training to develop your skills
And so much more! To see the full range of benefits we offer, please view our Moorfields benefits leaflet.
Detailed Job Description and Main Responsibilities
The posts are based at Moorfields Eye Hospital Northwest sites which include Northwick Park, Ealing, and Potters Bar.
The post holders will be expected to work flexibly to facilitate service provision when colleagues are absent. Many patients undergo surgery with local anaesthesia, and all are done as a day case. The lack of many services that would be found in a general hospital means that the anaesthetic service is more than usually relied upon for perioperative patient care.
In addition to clinical duties, the new appointee would be expected to participate in departmental activities including management, teaching, and audit.
Person Specification
Education & Qualifications
Essential Criteria
- Full GMC Registration (with a ‘Licence to Practise’)
- Experience in adult GA and LAS
- Experience in eye anaesthesia
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Desirable Criteria
- Higher Degree (e.g., MD or PhD)
Further Training & Knowledge
Essential Criteria
- APLS provider
Desirable Criteria
- Clinical leadership training
- Higher or advanced training in day care anaesthesia
Personal Qualities
Essential Criteria
- Committed to public service
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to lead & co-ordinate multidisciplinary teams
- Good team building skills
Desirable Criteria
- Ability to innovate
- Ability to respond to a dynamic environment
Skills & Ability
Essential Criteria
- High degree of clinical skill
- Leadership ability
- Commitment to service improvement
- Commitment to personal development
Desirable Criteria
- Management credentials & involvement
- Teaching credentials & involvement
- Research credentials and publications
Experience
Essential Criteria
- Wide-ranging clinical experience of anaesthesia
Desirable Criteria
- Experience of public & patient engagement
- Involvement in QIPP projects & service improvement projects
- Management innovation experience
Employer Certification / Accreditation Badges
Applicant Requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
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Further Details / Informal Visits Contact
- Name: Nicoletta Catteruccia
- Job Title: Anaesthetic Service Director
- Email Address: n.catteruccia@nhs.net
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