14 hours ago Be among the first 25 applicants
Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.
Job Overview
Job Overview
The advertised post is based in Central North Wales, at Ysbyty Abergele and fills a vacancy in one of the four ophthalmic training posts. The post has potential to be beneficial for those doctors seeking to gain experience for Ophthalmic Specialist Training applications or on the Portfolio Pathway for Specialist Registration (previously known as CESR).
Ophthalmology services are provided on a day case basis at the Ysbyty Abergele Site and out of hours services are run from the nearby general hospital Ysbyty Glan Clwyd. Very rarely there can be ophthalmology in-patients at Ysbyty Glan Clwyd.
Main duties of the job
The post is full time. The job plan will mirror the ophthalmic training recommendations of the Royal College of Ophthalmologists which per week is typically: 1 teaching session, 2 theatre sessions, 1 to 2 research sessions (number depending on seniority), 5 to 6 other clinical sessions. The nature of the clinical sessions will depend on both the training needs of the successful applicant and departmental resources / service needs. You will be responsible for administrative duties arising out of clinical duties such as organizing patient follow ups as part of their care pathway, communicating with GPs and other health care professionals and triaging referrals.
Working for our organisation
If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales. Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and ‘Proud to Lead’ competence framework.
Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the “Disability Confident Employer” scheme.
Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.
Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.
Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities
Please find the attached Job description and personal specifications for detailed full information
Person specification
Experience
Essential criteria
* General experience in Ophthalmology
Desirable criteria
* Additional specialist qualification and skills
CLINICAL GOVERNANCE
Essential Criteria
* An understanding of the Strategic and Operational issues underpinning Clinical Governance and their application in daily practice and evidence of such.
ABILITY
Essential Criteria
* Ability to apply knowledge.
* Ability to write relevant, legible clinical notes.
* Safe and effective verbal communication skills.
Desirable criteria
* Advanced IT Skills.
Qualifications
Essential criteria
* GMC Registration as a medical practitioner
Desirable criteria
* Evidence of ability to practice with minimal supervision
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Internship
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Health Care Provider
* Industries
Hospitals and Health Care
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board by 2x
Get notified about new Clinical Fellow jobs in Abergele, Wales, United Kingdom.
We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.
#J-18808-Ljbffr