Trust Doctor in Ophthalmology | Queen Victoria Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
| Posting date: | 11 April 2024 |
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| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £52,530 - £82,400 per annum |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 11 May 2024 |
| Location: | East Grinstead, RH19 3DZ |
| Company: | Queen Victoria Hospital NHS Trust |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | 6220424/276-5799430-JT |
Summary
We are looking for a full time Speciality Doctor working within the Ophthalmology Department at Queen Victoria Hospital, initially for a fixed term period but with a possibility of becoming permanent. This is an exciting role supporting 7 consultants and 6 fellows in a fast paced environment.
The role will predominately involve undertaking ward rounds, being responsible for liaising with the SOS nurse regarding acute patients and also accepting trauma patients referred in from other Trusts as well as carrying out independent cataract theatre lists. Other tasks will include undertaking oculoplastic minor operations in a clinic setting, YAG laser surgery in a clinic setting. Being responsible for organising and participating in the departmental teaching sessions, along with clinical governance meetings and bi-monthly audit meetings.
There will also, in time, be an opportunity to gain experience in more complex surgical procedures by attending consultant led theatre lists.
You will need to have sound clinical experience as well as experience of working in theatres and carrying out independent cataract lists. The duties will be varied depending upon the exigencies of the service. Opportunities for research are available and successful candidates will be encouraged to participate.
*Previous applicants need not apply*
There will also, in time, be an opportunity to gain experience in more complex surgical procedures by attending consultant led theatre lists.
You will need to have sound clinical experience as well as experience of working in theatres and carrying out independent cataract lists. The duties will be varied depending upon the exigencies of the service. Opportunities for research are available and successful candidates will be encouraged to participate.
Rated GOOD overall with outstanding care by the CQC. A specialist NHS hospital providing life-changing reconstructive surgery, burns care and rehabilitation services across the South of England and beyond.
A centre of excellence, with an international reputation for pioneering advanced techniques and treatments. Everything we do is informed by our passion for providing the highest quality care and the best clinical outcomes.
At QVH we are proud of our achievements and our specialist services continue to record excellent clinical outcomes for patients. We regularly receive excellent results from patient satisfaction surveys and on average 98% of inpatients say they would recommend the hospital to their family or friends.
Our success is underpinned by the skills and enthusiasm of our staff and a strong culture of partnership. We are fully committed to training and development of the workforce with support for continuing education and learning.
For full details of the role responsibilities and essential person criteria please see the attached Job Description
This advert closes on Sunday 28 Apr 2024