Consultant In Ophthalmology

This post is offered on a full time (10 PA) basis although less than full time applications will be considered.

Whilst the role will be based primarily at our Eye Centre at Pinderfields Hospital in Wakefield, we provide services at our other hospital sites Dewsbury and District Hospital and Pontefract General Infirmary. Most people do work from two sites. If they have to travel between sites during the day then that is reflected in the job plan as travel. The department provides secretarial support and office accommodation in the Eye Centre. The department has the support of optometrists, orthoptists, specialist nurses, and eye clinic liaison officers.

Main duties of the job The main duties of the post will include:
Supporting the provision of General Ophthalmology with a subspecialty interest in Medical Retina and Uveitis. Research lead for the department. Delivery of outpatient clinics and day case surgery. Workload includes seeing about 12 patients in Face to Face clinic and 24 patients in Virtual clinic. In theatre, if Cataract expected to do about 7 cases. 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. On-call duties are currently shared with 8 other colleagues on a 1:8.5 rota, currently assessed as 0.89 PA. 1.5 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 with additional 0.5 PA for extra roles like Lead for service etc. About us We are an acute trust caring for over half a million people in Wakefield and Kirklees. Our 10,000 staff work in patients' homes, the community, and our three hospitals in Pontefract, Dewsbury, and Pinderfields (Wakefield). We prioritise our people and values so we can deliver the best possible care to patients. Our team is friendly, passionate, and innovative, always seeking better ways to work.
We support work-life balance and foster a diverse, inclusive environment where everyone belongs. Our staff networks offer safe spaces to share ideas and concerns so we can increase awareness and appreciation of equality, diversity, and inclusion. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and especially encourage members of the LGBTQ+ community, ethnic minority groups, and people with disabilities or neurodivergence to apply, as they are currently underrepresented in the Trust.
If you value caring, high standards, improvement, and respect, join our team to make a difference every day.

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Job responsibilities This post is offered on a full time (10 PA) basis although less than full time applications will be considered.
Whilst the role will be based primarily at our Eye Centre at Pinderfields Hospital in Wakefield, we provide services at our other hospital sites Dewsbury and District Hospital and Pontefract General Infirmary. Most people do work from two sites. If they have to travel between sites during the day then that is reflected in the job plan as travel. The department provides secretarial support and office accommodation in the Eye Centre. The department has the support of optometrists, orthoptists, specialist nurses, and eye clinic liaison officers.
The main duties of the post will include:
Supporting the provision of General Ophthalmology with a subspecialty interest in Medical Retina and Uveitis. Research lead for the department. Delivery of outpatient clinics and day case surgery. Workload includes seeing about 12 patients in Face to Face clinic and 24 patients in Virtual clinic. In theatre, if Cataract expected to do about 7 cases. 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. On-call duties are currently shared with 8 other colleagues on a 1:8.5 rota, currently assessed as 0.89 PA. 1.5 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 with additional 0.5 PA for extra roles like Lead for service etc. Person Specification Management Skills Essential Demonstrates intelligent and analytical approach to problem solving. Good time management. Computer literate. Ability to contribute to the development of the Trust and its services. Desirable Possess good organisational and personal management skills. Evidence of personal contributions to service development. Awareness of the current UK Healthcare system and the need to develop services in line with current policy. Qualifications Essential Medical Degree from recognised medical school. FRCOphth / FRCS or equivalent. Desirable Fellowship in Medical Retina and Uveitis. Academic Prizes. Audit or Case Presentations. Teaching qualification / awards. GMC Registration Essential Please state full GMC number. Full GMC Registration with licence to practise. Inclusion on the GMC Specialist register. Experience Essential Wide experience in management of Medical Retina and Uveitis patients in outpatients, Lasers and theatre. Desirable Ophthalmology fellowship or equivalent experience in Medical Retina and Uveitis. Specific educational interests and evidence of educational ideas or project work. #J-18808-Ljbffr