About the role
This post is offered on a full time (10 PA) basis although less than full time applications will be considered.
While the role will be based primarily at our Eye Centre at Pinderfields Hospital in Wakefield, we provide services at our other hospital sites: Dewsbury and District Hospital and Pontefract General Infirmary. Most people work from two sites; if they have to travel between sites during the day then that is reflected in the job plan as travel. The department provides secretarial support and office accommodation in the Eye Centre. The department has the support of Optometrists, Orthoptists, Specialist Nurses and Eye Clinic Liaison Officers.
Main duties
The main duties of the post will include:
* Supporting the provision of General Ophthalmology with a subspecialty interest in Paediatrics and Adult Motility.
* Delivery of outpatient clinics and day case surgery
* Workload includes seeing about 12 patients in Face to Face clinic and 24 patients in Virtual clinic. In theatre if Cataract expected to do about 7-8 Cases. Paediatric and Adult Motility theatre. Also ROP screening in Neonatal unit.
* Urgent and Emergency Care duties including out-of-hours on-call; schedules will take due account of working time regulations and safe working
* On-call duties are currently shared with 8 other colleagues on a 1:8.5 rota, currently assessed as 0.8 PA.
* Consultants are normally working at one site only for whole day but if in job plan there is travel involved during the day then it is paid as 0.25 PA DCC activity.
* Time off in lieu or compensatory rest is provided for out of hours work in line with the National consultant Contract.
* 1.5 Core Supporting Professional Activities will be offered to the successful candidate for which appropriate objectives will be agreed in accordance with the Trust Framework* and national Terms and Conditions of Service with additional 0.5 PA for extra roles like Lead for service etc
Examples may include formal teaching responsibilities or departmental leadership roles like Research, Educational Supervisor or College tutor will be paid additional PA.
Please see the attached full job description for an example weekly timetable.
Essential person specification requirements
To meet the requirements of this role, applicants must demonstrate the following essential criteria:
Full GMC Registration with licence to practise
Inclusion on the GMC Specialist register
Medical Degree from recognised medical school
FRCOphth / FRCS or equivalent
Wide experience in management of Paediatric and Adult Motility patients.
Eligibility to work in the UK
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.
Able to communicate clearly and effectively with staff and patients.
Caring and compassionate
Flexible & adaptable
Willingness to learn and use hospital systems and processes, and adhere to local policies
Physically able to carry out the duties as specified in the job description
Disclosure + Barring Service (DBS) clearance
For the full Person Specification, including desirable criteria for the role, please refer to the attached document within the job description.
Contact information
Mr Narendra Dhingra 01924 543869
Be part of MY team
We are an acute trust caring for over one million people in Wakefield and Kirklees. Our 10,000 staff work in patients’ homes, the community, and our three hospitals in Pontefract, Dewsbury, and Pinderfields (Wakefield). We prioritise our people and values so we can deliver the best possible care to patients. Our team is friendly, passionate, and innovative, always seeking better ways to work.
We support work-life balance and foster a diverse, inclusive environment where everyone belongs. Our staff networks offer safe spaces to share ideas and concerns so we can increase awareness and appreciation of equality, diversity, and inclusion. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and especially encourage members of the LGBTQ+ community, ethnic minority groups, and people with disabilities or neurodivergence to apply, as they are currently underrepresented in the Trust.
If you value caring, high standards, improvement, and respect, join the MY team to make a difference every day.
Application guidance:
We understand that more applicants are using artificial intelligence (AI) technology to help with their applications. While these tools can be useful, they cannot fully capture your skills, knowledge, and experience. It’s important that you personalise your application. Relying solely on AI is not recommended, as it may reduce your chances of success. Our screening process is thorough, so if you have used AI, please make sure to disclose this on your application form.
Our benefits
* Access to the NHS pension plan
* Generous holiday allowance of 27 days plus bank holidays, increasing with 5 and 10 years of service
* Exceptional employee health and wellbeing services
* Extensive benefits and support, including:
* Onsite nurseries and childcare salary sacrifice scheme
* Home electronics scheme
* Cycle to work scheme - subject to eligibility criteria
* Car lease salary sacrifice scheme - subject to eligibility criteria
* Working carers support and advice, carers network and carers passport
* Flexible working options and family and carer-friendly policies
* Established staff networks, including LGBTQ+ and Race Equality
* Career progression, training and support
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