General Ophthalmologist and Cataract Surgeon
A post holder will deliver a range of community ophthalmology services in accordance with CHEC treatment protocols and working practices.
Main duties of the job
* General Ophthalmology
* Glaucoma services
* AMD
* Laser treatment
* Minor eye operations
* High volume phacoemulsification under topical anaesthesia (if applicable)
Job responsibilities
To be successful in this role, you will conduct consultation clinics and ophthalmic surgeries across our service range, demonstrate an excellent clinical quality record, perform efficiently and independently in clinics and the theatre, and work effectively within a multidisciplinary team. The post holder will review their job plan with the Clinical Director annually.
Person Specification
* UK registered Medical Degree or equivalent
* MRCOphth/FRCOphth/FRCS
* Full or Specialist GMC Registration
* Up-to-date with current medical practice
* Wide training and experience in general ophthalmology
* Able to offer expert clinical opinion on general ophthalmology
* Able to take full and independent responsibility for delivering service without direct supervision
* Understanding of audit and clinical governance
* Knowledge of evidence-based practice
* Able to work within a multidisciplinary team
* Flexible, objective and assertive
* Excellent communication skills, verbal and written
* Good knowledge of spoken and written language
* Evidence of continuing professional development
* Ability to travel independently to all hospital sites within a region
* Willing to meet volume and clinical productivity targets
* Desirable: competent independent cataract surgeon
Benefits
* Excellent remuneration
* Opportunity to participate in our bonus scheme for cataract surgery
* Industry leading technology
* Experienced clinical support team
* State of the art hospitals
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post requires a Disclosure and Barring Service check in line with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975.
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