Specialty Doctor in Ophthalmology

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire; Coventry; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS Trust in the UK is seeking a dedicated medical professional to join their Ophthalmology Team. The position involves outpatient activity, emergency duties, theatre support, and attending ward rounds. The Trust, known for its high-quality patient care and modern facilities, offers numerous learning and development opportunities for its staff. It's an exciting time to be part of their growing team.

Responsibilities

• Undertaking general, specialist, cataract clinics.
• Providing referral triage, emergency and urgent diagnosis and treatment.
• Providing support in theatres and undertaking independent theatre sessions.
• Attending ward rounds and examination of pre-and postoperative patients.

Job description

The post is offered with a job plan of 10 Professional Activities (PAs). On-call duties (1:8-1:9) are offered based on relevant experience and departmental need., As a valued member of the Ophthalmology Team, the post holder will be involved in a wide range of sub specialism including;

• Outpatient Activity - Undertaking general, specialist, cataract clinics
• EERS/Emergency Duties (Eye Emergency Referral Service) - Providing referral triage, emergency and urgent diagnosis and treatment. Including Liaison with senior medical staff, either registrars, non-consultant career grade doctors or consultants regarding all cases requiring admission or general anaesthesia. Assistance of senior medical staff with emergency surgery. Provide cover for colleagues on leave as indicated in the duty rota. It may be necessary to attend other hospitals in order to see patients on an emergency basis. Performing duties during emergencies and in unforeseen circumstances at the request of the appropriate consultant, consultation where practicable with colleagues both senior and junior. As stressed by this Secretary of State, it has been agreed that they will perform such duties with the understanding that additional commitments arising under this subsection are exceptional.
• Theatre Activity - Provide support in theatres and undertake independent theatre sessions in line with abilities.
• Ward Rounds - Attending ward rounds and examination of pre-and postoperative patients. Ward duties to cover leave and provide continuity of care.
  University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire (UHCW) NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK.

We are extremely proud of our skilled employees across our hospital sites in Coventry and Rugby, with high quality patient care positioned at the heart of everything we do. Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a national and international leader in healthcare. By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. There has never been a better time to join our team.