Consultant - Ophthalmology - Medical Retina and Diabetic

Royal Cornwall Hospital NHS Trust; Truro; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated ophthalmologist to join their dynamic team in Truro. This role offers the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology and a diverse medical staff, ensuring exceptional patient care. The department is committed to community service, providing outpatient facilities across Cornwall. As part of this innovative organization, you will have the chance to make a significant impact on patient outcomes while collaborating with a skilled team in a supportive environment. If you are passionate about ophthalmology and eager to contribute to a forward-thinking healthcare setting, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Strong background in ophthalmology with surgical experience.
• Proficient in using advanced ophthalmic equipment.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive ophthalmic care and surgical procedures.
• Supervise and support junior medical staff in the department.

Skills

Ophthalmology

Surgical Skills

Patient Care

Education

Medical Degree

Specialist Training in Ophthalmology

Tools

Cirrus OCT

Heidelberg Spectralis OCT

Topcon Triton

Medisoft EPR

Argon Pascal Laser

Aviso Ultrasound Machines

Job description

Main duties of the job

The medical staff includes nine consultants (including this post), six specialty grade doctors, two associate specialists, a specialty trainee, two glaucoma/oculoplastic fellows, and one vitreo-retinal fellow. The ophthalmic services are supported by a team of orthoptists, specialist nurses, ophthalmic technicians, and optometrists.

The department is well equipped with four Cirrus OCTs, Heidelberg Spectralis OCT with HRA, and Topcon Triton plus. Both Heidelberg and Topcon machines are capable of performing OCT angiography, fluorescein, and ICG angiographies. The retinal unit has access to Argon Pascal laser and Aviso ultrasound machines. All clinics are run on Medisoft electronic patient record (EPR). Ophthalmic images are networked through Ophthalsuite Blueworks and accessible from Medisoft throughout Cornwall. The department has two operating theatres: one with a ceiling-mounted microscope, Constellation, and Infiniti machines for anterior and posterior segment surgery in Truro; the other with a floor-mounted microscope and Infiniti Phaco machine for day case surgery in Penzance, West Cornwall.

The ophthalmology department is located in a large dedicated facility on the hospital site in Truro. There is a strong commitment to providing services in the community close to patients, with ophthalmology outpatient facilities available at seven community centers and hospitals across Cornwall.