Flexible NHS Ophthalmologist Consultant

NHS; Southampton; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Right to work in the UK

Job summary

18 Week Support is seeking experienced Consultant Ophthalmologists to support NHS Trusts across the UK through our clinically led insourcing services The successful candidate will provide high quality Consultant level ophthalmology care and will work as part of a multidisciplinary clinical team to support NHS services and increase clinical capacity The role will involve assessing and managing patients attending ophthalmology services conducting clinical examinations reviewing investigations

Qualifications

• GMC registered with a licence to practise
• Primary medical qualification
• CCT or equivalent in Ophthalmology
• Relevant specialist training in Ophthalmology
• Evidence of continuing professional development
• Current or recent NHS experience at Consultant level
• Relevant ophthalmology experience

Responsibilities

• Provide Consultant level ophthalmology services within NHS Trust settings
• Conduct outpatient ophthalmology clinics and assess patients referred for specialist care
• Undertake appropriate clinical examinations investigations and diagnostic assessments
• Develop and document appropriate management and treatment plans
• Provide follow up and ongoing clinical management where required
• Identify patients requiring further investigation treatment or referral
• Work collaboratively with ophthalmologists optometrists nurses healthcare professionals and administrative teams
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical records in accordance with NHS and professional standards
• Communicate effectively with patients and colleagues ensuring patients are fully informed about their care
• Maintain high standards of patient safety clinical governance and confidentiality
• Support NHS Trusts in managing ophthalmology waiting lists and increasing clinical capacity
• Participate in service delivery in accordance with agreed clinical protocols and Trust requirements

Skills

NHS consultant experience

Ophthalmology experience

Education

GMC registered with a licence to practise

Primary medical qualification

CCT or equivalent in Ophthalmology

Relevant specialist training in Ophthalmology

Evidence of continuing professional development

Job description

18 Week Support is seeking experienced Consultant Ophthalmologists to support NHS Trusts across the UK through our clinically led insourcing services The successful candidate will provide high quality Consultant level ophthalmology care and will work as part of a multidisciplinary clinical team to support NHS services and increase clinical capacity The role will involve assessing and managing patients attending ophthalmology services conducting clinical examinations reviewing investigations