Specialty Doctor – Ophthalmology

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Full timePart time
Location: Stoke-on-Trent
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Job offered by: NHS
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University Hospital of North Midlands NHS Trust

UHNM are looking for a Specialty Doctor in Ophthalmology. The successful candidate will work closely with the Ophthalmology Consultants who provide a first class service. The Ophthalmology team undertake both surgical and clinical work following the surge of clinical activity and support the reduction of the backlog following the Covid-19 pandemic. Work will be based at both the Royal Stoke and County Hospitals. Main duties of the job

To provide an exceptional level of care for our patients presenting with Ophthalmology problems in an outpatient and theatre environment. The appointee will join the existing Ophthalmology medical team to: Support a comprehensive outpatient service within Ophthalmology Treat patients with ophthalmology conditions Continue clinical responsibility for patients in your charge Work with colleagues in other professions and support inter-disciplinary work Triage of patients and safely discharge patients, when appropriate The job plan will be agreed with the successful candidates and will be based on a 10 PA working week. The appointed candidate would be expected to engage with the Ophthalmology Department delivery. Scheduling of sessions is by mutual agreement. Opportunities exist for flexible working, extended working day and expanding weekend working. Any applicant who is unable, for personal reasons, to work full-time will be eligible to be considered for the post. If such a person is appointed, modification of the job content will be discussed on a personal basis with the Trust in consultation with consultant colleagues. About us

University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust is one of the largest and most modern in the country. Based across two sites, Royal Stoke in Stoke-on-Trent and County Hospital in Stafford, we are proud to serve around three million people and we're highly regarded for our facilities, teaching and research. We are the specialist centre for major trauma for the North Midlands and North Wales. All of our employees make a valuable contribution regardless of role here at UHNM and we are proud of our wide range of development packages aimed at ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to fulfil their true potential. UHNM create and encourage a culture of inclusion, providing equal opportunities for career development that are fair and transparent. We are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer and foster a culture in which all staff feel valued and respected. In return we ask all of our employees to make a commitment to the values, co-created by our staff, patients and carers, and that unite us as a Trust. At University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust we know that investing in, supporting and developing our staff has a direct impact on the quality of care that we deliver. Our employees are as important as our patients and the population that we serve. Job responsibilities

To provide an exceptional level of care for our patients presenting with Ophthalmology problems in an outpatient and theatre environment. The appointee will join the existing Ophthalmology medical team to: Support a comprehensive outpatient service within Ophthalmology Treat patients with ophthalmology conditions Continue clinical responsibility for patients in your charge Work with colleagues in other professions and support inter-disciplinary work Triage of patients and safely discharge patients, when appropriate The job plan will be agreed with the successful candidates and will be based on a 10 PA working week. The appointed candidate would be expected to engage with the Ophthalmology Department delivery. Scheduling of sessions is by mutual agreement. Opportunities exist for flexible working, extended working day and expanding weekend working. Any applicant who is unable, for personal reasons, to work full-time will be eligible to be considered for the post. If such a person is appointed, modification of the job content will be discussed on a personal basis with the Trust in consultation with consultant colleagues. Person Specification

Qualifications

Full GMC Registration Completed at least 4 years full time postgraduate training (or equivalent gained on part time basis) or have equivalent experience and competencies. At least 2 years' experience in Ophthalmology Other higher degree (PhD, Masters, BSc) Experience

Completed at least 4 years full time postgraduate training (or equivalent gained on part time basis) or have equivalent experience and competencies. At least 2 years' experience in Ophthalmology 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.

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