Consultant Ophthalmologist with Medical Retina Interest

Job summary

Interviews are due to take place on 28th September 2023.

This is an exciting opportunity for a Consultant Ophthalmologist with an interest in Medical Retina to join our Ophthalmology team at UHCW.

The post holder will actively provide and support the further development of first class ophthalmology services for the Trust, working in collaboration with clinical colleagues in all disciplines to provide an integrated service for patients.

This post is principally to the Medical Retina service along with three other medical retina specialists. The post will be for 10 programmed activities per week, giving adequate time for SPA duties.

The department has a regular commitment to audit, with 10 sessions per year committed to audit and clinical governance. Teaching is an integral part of the unit, with junior doctors, medical students, Orthoptic and optometry students rotating through the department.

The candidate will be expected to participate in seminars and lectures for medical students, junior doctors and other professional or lay groups with health interests. The current on call rota is 1 in 14, third on call.

For further information please contact Mr NP Manjunatha, Consultant Ophthalmologist with Interest in Medical Retina (Secretary's number: 02476966498) and Prof H Ahluwalia, Clinical Service Lead, Ophthalmology (Secretary's number: 02476966506).

Main duties of the job

To provide, in collaboration with clinical colleagues, a comprehensive ophthalmology service to patients in the Coventry and Warwickshire. This will include ensuring that all appropriate waiting lists and waiting times are adhered to; that services are provided in an effective and efficient manner and that the principles of risk management and clinical governance are maintained at all times. To actively participate in the teaching and training of trainees and support and innovate changes within the department.

This post requires a special interest in glaucoma management and the holder will work with three existing glaucoma specialists (one part-time) to maintain and assist in the delivery of a comprehensive service in this field.

About us

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire (UHCW) NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK.

We are extremely proud of our skilled employees across our hospital sites in Coventry and Rugby, with high quality patient care positioned at the heart of everything we do.

Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a national and international leader in healthcare.

By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities.

There has never been a better time to join our team.