Job summary
We are excited to be adding to our team and are currently seeking to recruiting a locum consultant to support with our cataract and general Ophthalmology. Hours and timescales are negotiable. We will be advertising the post on a permanent basis to support with our increase cataract suite capacity however if a locum is something you would consider in the interim please get in touch.
Main duties of the job
This role is that of a General Ophthalmologist, with a special interest in cataract surgery. This is to allow expansion of a dynamic team of 6 existing consultant colleagues and to support a growing workload.
The post would also suit candidates with sub-specialty experience in an area complementing the existing department. This post is aimed at individuals who are also able to undertake a wide range of general ophthalmic duties, and who are able to fit into a team delivering a broad range of both general and sub-specialist ophthalmic care. A high level of competence in cataract surgery is essential.
About us
The Victoria Eye Unit was formed in August 2002 following a move to the new County Hospital from the dedicated Victoria Eye Hospital in Hereford City. The Victoria Eye Unit is the Ophthalmology Department at the Wye Valley NHS Trust and is based in the Eign Suite outpatients department. The Ophthalmology Department has the largest catchment area of any department within the Trust and this is currently approximately 230,000. The surgical throughput is approximately 2000 patients per annum. The eye unit prides itself in having a happy and highly cohesive team of doctors, nurses, orthoptists and technicians, all of who are dedicated to providing the highest level of care to our patients.
The Ophthalmology secretariat is based in the Educational and Development Centre 2nd floor. The successful candidate will have secretarial support and a dedicated office space with appropriate IT facilities.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Consultant is in overall charge of patients and will allocate duties and responsibilities depending on the experience of his or her team.
The appointed Consultant Ophthalmologist will work in both general and specialist clinics and see new and return patients.
The appointed Consultant Ophthalmologist will be expected to have a special interest that complements the existing interests of the department and will integrate into the present structure.
Surgical work will depend on the experience and interest of the candidate. A high level of competence in cataract surgery is expected.
Please see the attached job description for full details of the post.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Consultant is in overall charge of patients and will allocate duties and responsibilities depending on the experience of his or her team.
The appointed Consultant Ophthalmologist will work in both general and specialist clinics and see new and return patients.
The appointed Consultant Ophthalmologist will be expected to have a special interest that complements the existing interests of the department and will integrate into the present structure.
Surgical work will depend on the experience and interest of the candidate. A high level of competence in cataract surgery is expected.
Please see the attached job description for full details of the post.
Person Specification
clinical experience
Essential
- Training in general ophthalmology, cataract surgery, +/- subspecialty training in another area of ophthalmology such as a TSC, ASTO or post-CCT Fellowship
Desirable
Professional Qualifications
Essential
- Full GMC Registration. On GMC Specialist Register or within 6 months of attainment of CCT in Ophthalmology or Certificate of Eligibility for Specialist Registration (CESR). Licence to practise
Desirable
- Higher qualification MD/PhD [or in final stages of equivalent level of attainment in research publications].
knowledge
Essential
- Widespread broad based knowledge in all aspects of ophthalmology
Desirable
- Formal qualification in Medical Education
Person Specification
clinical experience
Essential
- Training in general ophthalmology, cataract surgery, +/- subspecialty training in another area of ophthalmology such as a TSC, ASTO or post-CCT Fellowship
Desirable
Professional Qualifications
Essential
- Full GMC Registration. On GMC Specialist Register or within 6 months of attainment of CCT in Ophthalmology or Certificate of Eligibility for Specialist Registration (CESR). Licence to practise
Desirable
- Higher qualification MD/PhD [or in final stages of equivalent level of attainment in research publications].
knowledge
Essential
- Widespread broad based knowledge in all aspects of ophthalmology
Desirable
- Formal qualification in Medical Education
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
