Posted: 18 June
The role
Client Name: NHS Tayside
Role: Locum Consultant in Ophthalmology
Rates: £90 - £115 per hour (PAYE)
Shifts: 08:00am - 17:30pm, Monday to Friday
Must have relevant experience - vitreo retinal surgery, General clinic/ Virtual diabetic clinic and covering 1in9 On Calls
Location: Ninewells Hospital
Benefits:
Weekly Payroll, usually each FridayDesignated body GMC connection with Medacs HealthcareAppraisal support and services delivered via our in-house revalidation & appraisal teamFree life support courses, DBS applications, online training and all other onboarding costs covered by MedacsWe supply nearly all NHS trusts and Health boards across the UK (more than any other agency)Access to The Support Hub - our support service to help support your mental health and well-being and enable you to deliver outstanding careFirst sight of shifts across multiple NHS trustsA dedicated recruitment consultant allocated to you with 24/7 support - we're here when you need usFree CPD courses and career support with Medacs AcademyHundreds of new shifts available every dayLong term jobs and short shifts available£1,000 referral bonus paid for any successful referral applicants that are booked for workIn your role as an Ophthalmology Doctor at NHS Tayside, you will rely on your superior surgical skills, dexterity, and coordination to treat a diverse range of disorders, improving or in some cases fully restoring a patient's sight. Your extensive knowledge will help you explore all the treatment possibilities and enjoy a gratifying career.
Main Duties/Responsibilities
As an Ophthalmology Doctor with NHS Tayside you will:
Provide routine care, diagnosing and treating eye diseases and injuries as well as performing corrective surgeries.Manage emergency and specialist eye treatment clinics.Liaise with medical and non-medical staff to ensure quality treatment.Actively support patients and their families, communicating clinical information to explain findings using a variety of methods to ensure practical understanding.Communicate with patients on shared patient decision makingWork in and where appropriate, lead a multidisciplinary teamAssess and prioritise patient/client requirements, delegating effectively to others.Recognise, review, and report a patient's condition and any changes to the patient and the multidisciplinary team.Performing basic administrative and clerical tasks.Qualifications/Licenses/Certifications
Essential
Be a GMC registered Doctor (you do NOT need to be on the Specialist Register).Have relevant experience at Consultant level, or references to support your transition up to Consultant level.Hold evidence of stand-alone Right to Work in the UK (unfortunately locum jobs aren't able to offer visa sponsorship)You will need to pass an enhanced background check (DBS).So, if you are an experienced Ophthalmology Doctor with the determination to ensure the highest standards of care are provided to all, apply today and be a part of the outstanding team at NHS Tayside.
