Consultant in Ophthalmology

Job summary

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

Whilstthe role will be based primarily at our Eye Centre at Pinderfields Hospital inWakefield, we provide services at our other hospital sites; Dewsbury andDistrict Hospital and Pontefract General Infirmary. Most People do work fromtwo sites. The department providesSecretarial support and office accommodation in the Eye Centre. The department has the support ofOptometrists, Orthoptists, Specialist Nurses and Eye Clinic Liaison Officers

Main duties of the job

The main duties of the post willinclude:

Supporting the provision of General Ophthalmology with asubspecialty interest in Glaucoma with Lead for Glaucoma

Delivery of outpatient clinics and day case surgery

Urgent and Emergency Care duties including out-of-hourson-call; schedules will take due account of the provisions of working timeregulations and safe working

On-call duties are currently shared with 8 other colleagueson a rota, currently assessed as PA.

Core Supporting Professional Activities will be offeredto the successful candidate for which appropriate objectives will be agreed inaccordance with the Trust Framework* and national Terms and Conditions ofService with additional PA for extra roles like Lead for service etc

Examples may include formal teachingresponsibilities or departmental leadership roles

About us

We provide care and support to over a million people inWakefield and Kirklees in their homes, community settings and across ourthree hospital sites at Pontefract, Dewsbury and Pinderfields (Wakefield).

Always striving for excellence, we are at the forefront ofinnovation and research, and we invest in teaching and the development of ourworkforce.

We live by our values of caring, improving, being respectfuland maintaining high standards. We listen and learn because we aim to make MidYorkshire the best place to work and receive care.

We value diversity and welcome talent and enthusiasmirrespective of age, disability, neurodivergence, sex, gender identity andgender expression, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation,or other personal circumstances including providing unpaid carers support tosomeone with a health and care need. As ethnic minority groups, members of theLGBTQ+ community, and people with a disability/neurodivergence are currentlyunder-represented across the organisation, we encourage applications frommembers of these groups. We have policies and procedures to ensure allapplicants are treated fairly and consistently.

We are proud of our staff networks - who offer valuableguidance and feedback from those with lived experience.

We have a clear vision and you could be part of this Ifyou share our values and you want to make a difference to the lives of ourpatients and their families and carers, we would love to hear from you.

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

Whilst the role will be based primarilyat our Eye Centre at Pinderfields Hospital in Wakefield, we provide services atour other hospital sites; Dewsbury and District Hospital and Pontefract GeneralInfirmary. Most People do work from two sites.The department provides Secretarial support and office accommodation inthe Eye Centre. The department has thesupport of Optometrists, Orthoptists, Specialist Nurses and Eye Clinic LiaisonOfficers.

The main duties of the post willinclude:

Supporting the provision of General Ophthalmology with asubspecialty interest in Glaucoma with Lead for Glaucoma

Delivery of outpatient clinics and day case surgery

Urgent and Emergency Care duties including out-of-hourson-call; schedules will take due account of the provisions of working timeregulations and safe working

On-call duties are currently shared with 8 other colleagueson a rota, currently assessed as PA.

Core Supporting Professional Activities will be offeredto the successful candidate for which appropriate objectives will be agreed inaccordance with the Trust Framework* and national Terms and Conditions ofService with additional PA for extra roles like Lead for service etc

Examples may include formal teachingresponsibilities or departmental leadership roles

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

Wide experience in management of Glaucoma patients in outpatients, Lasers and theatre.

Desirable

Ophthalmology fellowship or equivalent experience in Glaucoma. Specific educational interests and evidence of educational ideas or project work.

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

GMC Registration

Essential

Please state full GMC number Full GMC Registration with licence to practise Inclusion on the GMC Specialist register

Qualifications

Essential

Medical Degree from recognised medical school FRCOphth / FRCS or equivalent

Desirable

Fellowship in Glaucoma Academic Prizes Audit or Case Presentations Teaching qualification / awards

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