Job summary
Applications are invited for a Locum Ophthalmology Consultant at Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust for 12 months.
The successful applicant will join the Ophthalmology Department which comprises of 7 substantive consultants and a multi-disciplinary team including 7 Specialty Doctors and 2 Specialty trainees,
We are looking for a dynamic colleague to join our department and complement the existing clinical expertise. You will be part of a friendly, forward thinking team dedicated to providing high quality care for our patients.
Main duties of the job
The holder will share clinicaland managerial leadership within the Ophthalmology service with the present consultants
The main duties of the post will include:
Supporting the provision of General Ophthalmology with a subspecialty interest complementary to the other consultants
Delivery of outpatient clinics and day case surgery
Urgent and Emergency Care duties including out-of-hours on-call; schedules will take due account of the provisions of working time regulations and safe working
Core Supporting Professional Activities will be offered to the successful candidate for which appropriate objectives will be agreed in accordance with the Trust Framework and national Terms and Conditions of Service
About us
This is an exciting time to join this incredibly friendly Trust and Department as we lead the recovery of the Ophthalmology services following the pandemic.
This position offers the rewarding prospect of a challenging yet enjoyable career in Ophthalmology in a delightful part of the country. Prospective candidates are encouraged to contact the department to discuss career aspirations or obtain further information about the post. Applications will be welcomed from both newly accredited trainees and established consultants.
For informal enquires please contactSarah Mackenzie Clinical Lead. Please arrange any visits via the secretarial team on 01423 553565
Job description
Job responsibilities
To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
1. Experience requisite to meeting all aspects of the job plan
Qualifications
Essential
2. Entry on GMC Specialist Register or within six months of receipt of CCT at the time of interview
3. Completed Fellowship Training
4. Success in Intercollegiate Specialty Examination or equivalent
5. Extensive practical ophthalmic experience including emergency Ophthalmic patients.
Desirable
6. Post graduate thesis