We are looking for an enthusiastic clinician who is able to manage clinics independently, take part in the development and running of the service, supervise trainees and staff grades, and who is able to undertake complex cataract and glaucoma procedures in dependently. The post holder would be encouraged to develop an integrated service that incorporates optometrists in the management of stable glaucoma and ocular hypertension.
East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust is seeking to appoint a Consultant in Ophthalmology - Glaucoma The appointee will, together with consultant colleagues, be responsible for the provision of a comprehensive, effective and modern Ophthalmology service, practising the full remit of the specialty. Please note the job plan advertised in an example.
Any applicant should have entry on the GMC Specialist Register or be within six months of being placed on the register. Minimum Requirements
Full registration with the General Medical Council (GMC) with license to practice
Entry on specialist register via:
CCT (proposed CCT date must be within 6 months of interview)
CESR or European Community Rights
FRCOphth or equivalent
The Eye Unit has provided a comprehensive Ophthalmology service with a catchment area of approximately 550,000 people. The service is currently reviewing its activities with a view to increasing capacity, minimising patient waiting times, and improving patient experience.
The service encompasses outpatient clinics (conducted at the Royal Blackburn and Burnley General Hospitals), an emergency eye service at Burnley General Hospital, and a dedicated twin operating theatre suite at the Burnley site. In addition, there are outreach clinics at Accrington, Rossendale, and Clitheroe. The medical team includes consultants, associate specialists, specialty doctors, senior clinical fellows, and trainees at ST1‑6 level. There is a subspecialty lead structure in place.
For further details or informal visits, contact:
Name: Mr. B S Fernando, Job title: Clinical Director, Email address: ann.cole@elht.nhs.uk, Telephone number: 01282 805252
Name: Mr. V Shankar, Consultant Glaucoma, Phone: 01282 805252
Name: Mrs. Sue Anderson, Directorate Manager of Ophthalmology, Phone: 01254 7384142
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