Consultant Ophthalmologist

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Are you an experienced Ophthalmologist on the specialist GMC register looking for a new full-time or part-time opportunity? Are you experienced in high-volume cataract surgery?

If so, why not bring your expertise and skills in ophthalmic procedures and join our multi-disciplined medical team and work at our Ilford hospital.

Everything we do is focused on providing a high standard of safe and effective patient care. Our facilities are modern, employing the latest technology with friendly and professional staff. We have strong control processes to ensure we maintain high standards of hygiene and above all, were passionate about giving our patients the best possible care and helping them feel better, faster.

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Main duties of the job

Reporting to our Hospital Medical Director, you will perform a range of ophthalmology procedures on referred patients, working in accordance with existing protocols and working practices.

As well as being able to offer expert clinical opinion on a range of problems within ophthalmology from your wide training and extensive experience, you will be required to demonstrate a high level of operative skill in the following areas: 

High volume phacoemulsification under topical anaesthesia Oculoplastic (desirable) Medical Retina (desirable)

You will participate in the outpatients prior to surgery, and in all aspects of the operative care of the patients. It is anticipated that you will spend the equivalent of at least three days in the operating theatre and two days a week in a combination of outpatient assessment; administrative, management and clinical governance duties. You will also work closely with clinical colleagues, both specialists and RMOs, in order to enhance the level of patient care at the centre

About us

You will be a UK registered medical professional, listed on the  Specialist GMC register  with operative skills in

high volume phacoemulsification under topical anaesthesia Oculoplastic (desirable) Medical Retina (desirable)

In time, consultants joining Practice Plus Group will be guided through the process to achieve accreditation with BUPA, applicants already with this accreditation are considered favourably and encouraged to highlight this in their application.

What you can expect in return

A competitive salary of up to £150,000 for full time hours based on experience A performance related incentive scheme The support you need to grow in your role and continue your professional development including 10 days CPD per year 25 days holiday increasing with service up to a maximum of 28 days plus bank holidays An extensive range of wellbeing and lifestyle benefits Flexible shifts that enable you to work around other commitments Mandatory training through our excellent in-house education programme

To apply for the role, click on the link below. If you have any questions, contact in our friendly resourcing team.

We will contact all shortlisted candidates but please note Practice Plus Group retain the right to remove the advert prior to the closing date if a suitable candidate is appointed.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.

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Qualifications

Essential

High level of operative skill in high volume Phakoemulsification under topical anaesthesia. UK registered medical professional, with a listing on the Specialist GMC register.

Desirable

High level of operative skill in Oculoplastic and Medical Retina

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