Specialty Doctor in Ophthalmology – Clinic Based Role (POC, PAC, YAG/PAC Clinics)
The postholder will provide high quality, clinic based ophthalmic care within the areas of Pre Operative Cataract Assessment (POC/PAC) and YAG laser clinics, supporting the consultant‑led service and contributing to efficient patient flow and excellent clinical outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
1. Pre Operative Cataract (POC/PAC) Clinics
o Conduct comprehensive pre operative cataract assessments, including history, refraction review, slit lamp examination, and biometry interpretation.
o Identify co existing ocular pathology and escalate appropriately.
o Counsel patients regarding cataract surgery, risks, benefits, lens options, and expected outcomes.
o Determine suitability for surgery and complete relevant documentation, including consent where appropriate.
o Optimise patient pathways to ensure timely surgical listing.
2. YAG Laser Clinics (YAG Capsulotomy / YAG PI if applicable)
o Perform YAG posterior capsulotomy for posterior capsular opacification.
o Perform YAG peripheral iridotomy (if within local scope of practice).
o Assess indications, contraindications, and post procedure outcomes.
o Provide post laser advice, prescribe medications as required, and arrange follow up.
o Maintain accurate laser logs and comply with laser safety standards.
3. General Ophthalmology Clinic Duties
o Manage a range of anterior segment and general ophthalmic conditions within scope of practice.
o Triage and review follow up patients, ensuring safe and efficient clinical decision making.
o Work collaboratively with consultants, optometrists, nurses, and technicians to deliver high quality outpatient care.
o Contribute to reducing waiting times and improving patient experience.
Clinical Governance & Professional Duties
* Participate in audit, quality improvement, and clinical governance activities.
* Maintain up to date CPD and mandatory training.
* Adhere to GMC standards and local Trust policies.
* Engage in departmental teaching and supervision of junior staff or trainees where appropriate.
Work Pattern
Clinic based only (no theatre sessions, no on call unless agreed separately).
Sessions typically include:
* POC/PAC clinics
* YAG laser clinics
* General ophthalmology follow up clinics
Essential Requirements
* GMC registration with licence to practise.
* Minimum 4 years post graduation experience, including at least 2 years in ophthalmology.
* Competence in cataract assessment and YAG laser procedures.
* Ability to work independently within a consultant led service.
Desirable
* Experience in biometry interpretation and refractive planning.
* Additional skills in glaucoma or medical retina follow up clinics.
* Evidence of audit, QI, or teaching involvement.
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