Speciality Doctor in Medical Retina Ophthalmology

NHS; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Le Cardiff and Vale University Health Board recrute un médecin spécialiste en ophtalmologie, spécialisé en rétine médicale, pour un poste de 12 mois avec une possibilité de pérennisation. Ce poste à temps plein impliquera des soins cliniques variés dans un environnement dynamique, tout en contribuant à des efforts d'innovation et à une vision communautaire de santé.

Responsibilities

• Assurer des soins cliniques, y compris des interventions d'urgence et des consultations externes.
• Participer à des réunions multidisciplinaires concernant les soins aux patients.
• Effectuer des tâches administratives relatives aux soins aux patients.

Job description

Go back Cardiff and Vale University Health Board

Speciality Doctor in Medical Retina Ophthalmology

The closing date is 06 July 2025

Fixed Term for 12 months initially with a view of being made permanent.

Applicants are invited to apply for the post of Specialty Doctor in Medical Retina in the department of Ophthalmology based at the University Hospital of Wales.

A full-time work programme will normally comprise ten sessions per week and it is anticipated that the post holder will have around two sessions per week for supporting professional activities included within this (based on a basic full-time commitment) subject to a minimum of one session; the remaining sessions will be dedicated to direct clinical care. A full session is normally four hours duration.

All posts in the Health Board are compliant with the European Working Time Directive. Direct clinical care covers:

• Emergency duties (including emergency work during or arising from on-call)
• Operating sessions including pre and post-operative care
• Ward rounds
• Outpatient clinics
• Clinical diagnostic work
• Other patient treatments
• Public health duties
• Multi-disciplinary meetings about direct patient care
• Administration related to patient care (e.g., referrals, notes)

Main duties of the job

Fixed Term for 12 months initially with a view of being made permanent.

Applicants are invited to apply for the post of Specialty Doctor in Medical Retina in the department of Ophthalmology based at the University Hospital of Wales.

A full-time work programme will normally comprise ten sessions per week and it is anticipated that the post holder will have around two sessions per week for supporting professional activities included within this (based on a basic full-time commitment) subject to a minimum of one session; the remaining sessions will be dedicated to direct clinical care. A full session is normally four hours duration.

About us

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is one of the largest Integrated Health Boards in the UK, employing over 15,000 staff and providing over 100 specialist services. Working across 6 hospital sites, we offer a diverse range of career opportunities. Serving around 500,000 people in Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan, we focus on the health and care needs of our local population while collaborating with partners to develop regional services.

Our mission is 'Caring for People, Keeping People Well' and our vision is that every person's chance of leading a healthy life should be equal. We are committed to innovation, improvement, and clinical research, working closely with our staff and community.

Cardiff, the vibrant Welsh capital, offers rich cultural, sports, and arts attractions. The Vale of Glamorgan provides beautiful countryside and a scenic coastline. Whether city life or rural living, Cardiff and the Vale offer the best of both worlds.

Job responsibilities

You will find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Meets all essential criteria

Experience

• Meets all essential criteria

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975, and a Disclosure check will be required to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board