Locum Consultant Ophthalmologist interest in Glaucoma
Stockport NHS Foundation Trust
Stockport
Salary
£113,565 – £150,569
Posted
2 weeks ago
About the role
The role involves developing the Glaucoma service within the Ophthalmology Department. The consultant will provide high-quality care for glaucoma patients through outpatient clinics, surgical interventions, and laser treatments. In addition to clinical work, the role includes review of casualty patients and general ophthalmology patient reviews, teaching, research, service development, and contribution to clinical governance.
Main Duties and Responsibilities Responsible for the continuing care & treatment of patients in your charge & personal performance of clinical duties as agreed in your job plan Responsible for the professional supervision, training & management of junior medical staff and allied health professionals, carrying out teaching, examination & accreditation duties as required & contributing to postgraduate & CPD activity locally & nationally as appropriate. Participate in clinical audit. Commitment to taking part in annual appraisal process. Responsible for compliance with personal continuing professional development requirements with the support of the Trust. It is mandatory for all Medical Staff to keep up to date with evidence based practice. Responsible for maintaining awareness of & acting in accordance with professional guidelines such as "Duties of a Doctor", "Good Medical Practice", & the "GMC Performance Procedures" . In exceptional requirements to undertake additional duties for limited periods within the Trust