An exciting opportunity has arisen for the post of Locum Consultant Ophthalmologist at Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust with expertise in Vitreo‑Retinal for a fixed 7 month period. We are looking for a dynamic individual to join our team of 24 Ophthalmic Consultants at Queen’s Medical Centre working together to make a difference to Ophthalmology services within Nottingham and beyond.
Applicants must be fully registered with the GMC and be on the GMC Specialist Register for surgical Ophthalmology or within 6 months of their expected date of receipt of a CCT at the time of interview.
The Ophthalmology unit offers a comprehensive range of routine and specialist ophthalmic services and the post‑holder will be expected to play an active role in the development and provision of the Vitreo‑Retinal sub‑specialty services for patients at Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust.
Please note the DCC (clinical and admin) and SPA activity for this position generates a job plan in total of 10 PAs. The allocation and number of PAs will be discussed with candidates at interview.
This post is a 7‑month fixed‑term NUH locum Consultant post in Ophthalmology with special interest in Vitreo‑Retinal, to complement a dynamic team. The successful candidate would have timetabled clinics, Eye Casualty, theatre, admin and SPA sessions. They would also be expected to contribute to general ophthalmology clinical activity for elective and emergency Ophthalmic patients.
A full range of Ophthalmology patients are admitted to Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust and the appointee will be responsible for the management of those patients admitted under his/her care.
The department has a range of teaching and training commitments for medical students, specialist trainees, nurses, allied health professionals and other visiting doctors. The appointee will be expected to contribute to this educational activity from time to time.
With over 20,000 staff, we are one of the biggest employers in the city with a central role in supporting the health and wellbeing of our local population. We play a leading role in research, education and innovation.
Come and join our wonderful team at NUH. We are big believers in diversity and welcome new ideas to help develop our team in order to deliver world‑class healthcare to the vast patient populations we serve. With endless personal development opportunities available, at NUH we will endeavour to turn your job into a career!
We particularly welcome applications from people who identify as Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic, or Disabled, as we are striving to be better represented at NUH.
Contact
* Vicki Enright – Ophthalmology Specialty General Manager – vicki.enright1@nhs.net
* Adrian Kwa – Ophthalmic Anaesthetist / Head of Service – adrian.kwa3@nhs.net
* Craig Wilde – Ophthalmology Consultant – craig.wilde1@nhs.net
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