ConsultantLocum

Locum Consultant - Ophthalmology (Special Interest Glaucoma)

Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust

CQC: Good

Harrogate

Salary

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Training post

Unknown

Trust type

Foundation

Posted

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About the role

Applications are invited for a Locum Ophthalmology Consultant (Glaucoma) at Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust.

The successful applicant will join the Ophthalmology Department which comprises of 7 substantive consultants and a multi-disciplinary team including 6 Specialty Doctors and 2 Specialty trainees,

We are looking for a dynamic colleague to join our department and complement the existing clinical expertise. You will be part of a friendly, forward thinking team dedicated to providing high quality care for our patients.

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The holder will share clinical and managerial leadership within the Ophthalmology service with the present consultants.

Locum Consultant - Ophthalmology (Special Interest Glaucoma)

Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust

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The main duties of the post will include:

Supporting the provision of General Ophthalmology with a subspecialty interest in Glaucoma, complementary to the other consultants

Delivery of outpatient clinics and day case surgery

Urgent and Emergency Care duties including out-of-hours on-call; schedules will take due account of the provisions of working time regulations and safe working

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

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To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience you’ll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading.

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This is an exciting time to join this incredibly friendly Trust and Department as we lead the recovery of the Ophthalmology services following the pandemic.

This position offers the rewarding prospect of a challenging yet enjoyable career in Ophthalmology in a delightful part of the country. Prospective candidates are encouraged to contact the department to discuss career aspirations or obtain further information about the post. Applications will be welcomed from both newly accredited trainees and established consultants.

For informal enquires please contact Josh Pilling - Head and Neck Group Clinical Lead & Ophthalmology Consultant. Please arrange any visits via the secretarial team on 01423 553565.

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Person specification

Essential

Experience requisite to meeting all aspects of the job plan
Entry on GMC Specialist Register or within 6/9 months of receipt of CCT/CESR at the time of interview
Completed Fellowship Training
Success in Intercollegiate Specialty Examination or equivalent
Extensive practical ophthalmic experience including emergency Ophthalmic patients.

Desirable

Post graduate thesis