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An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Consultant Ophthalmologist to join a large and specialist Ophthalmology department, supporting the delivery of high-quality ophthalmic care across the region. The successful candidate will contribute to a comprehensive Ophthalmology service with a particular focus on Paediatric Ophthalmology, while also supporting general ophthalmology services. The role offers opportunities to participate in clinical leadership, service development, teaching, research, and quality improvement within a supportive multidisciplinary team. This post is ideal for a forward-thinking clinician with strong clinical skills and a commitment to advancing ophthalmic services.
Job Responsibility:
Provide a comprehensive ophthalmology service across regional clinic locations
Deliver specialist paediatric ophthalmology services alongside general ophthalmology care
Provide medical and surgical management of ophthalmic patients, including outpatient and theatre work
Perform ophthalmic surgical procedures, including cataract surgery
Maintain responsibility for patients under their care and ensure the safe functioning of the department
Participate in ophthalmology clinics, monitoring clinics, and theatre sessions
Provide care for both new and follow-up patients in outpatient clinics
Participate in the ophthalmology on-call rota supporting emergency ophthalmic services
Contribute to the development and expansion of ophthalmology services
Support the development of innovative service models and improved patient pathways
Participate in service improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing patient outcomes
Generate departmental and organisational value through innovative clinical practice
Work closely with ophthalmology consultants, orthoptists, nurses, and other healthcare professionals
Support the delivery of integrated ophthalmology care across the regional service
Participate actively in departmental and multidisciplinary meetings
Participate in postgraduate medical education programmes
Provide teaching and supervision to ophthalmology trainees and junior doctors
Contribute to the training of nursing staff and allied healthcare professionals
Participate in teaching medical students and support clinical education activities
Participate actively in departmental clinical audit programmes
Contribute to regional and national audit initiatives
Report and review critical incidents within governance frameworks
Participate in research activities and quality improvement initiatives
Attend and contribute to departmental clinical governance meetings
Requirements:
FRCOphth or equivalent qualification
Completion of Speciality Training in Ophthalmology (or within 6 months of completion)
Full registration with the General Medical Council
Experience of clinical audit
Evidence of teaching junior staff
Demonstrated leadership ability
Strong communication and organisational skills
Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams
Nice to have:
MD, PhD or other higher degree
Specialist interest in an ophthalmic subspecialty to complement the department