Consultant Opthalmologist with special interest in Medical Retina

Role Overview & Responsibilities

Consultant Ophthalmologist, 10 PA contract and a 1:16 on call rota.

The post holder will be expected to

contribute to the Medical Retinal (MR)

service, one session of urgent eye clinic,

and be able to perform complex cataract

surgery, laser and injections

independently. Medical Retina experience

(including proficient skills in retinal laser

and experience in running AMD services)

at fellowship or consultant level is

desirable in order to meet the

department’s needs. The post holder will

also be expected to take an active roll in

audit and clinical governance activities

and to participate in the departments

teaching programmes.

The post holder will be expected to contribute to the Medical Retinal (MR) service, one session of urgent eye clinic, and be able to perform complex cataract surgery, laser and injections independently. Medical Retina experience (including proficient skills in retinal laser and experience in running AMD services) at fellowship or consultant level is desirable in order to meet the department’s needs. The post holder will also be expected to take an active roll in audit and clinical governance activities and to participate in the departments teaching programmes.

We are one of the largest hospital

trusts in England, with three acute

hospitals and community sites

serving a local population of around

700,000. We also provide specialist

services for Kent and Medway.

We’re on an exciting journey of

transformation. With a new Medical

School at the centre of our

community, a focus on research,

clinical leadership and making our

Consultant Ophthalmologist with interest in Medical Retina & Cataract

Reporting to Mr Bruce Dong Lead Clinician, Ophthalmology

£88,364- £119,133 per annum

(pro rata where applicable)

Head & Neck, Breast and Dermatology

Clinical Director Mr Nic Goodger

William Harvey Hospital,

Ashford

Mr Bruce Dong

via [brucedong@nhs.net

Job description

trust a rewarding and friendly place to work, there’s never been a better time to join us.

Details in JD attached.

Job plan (illustrative)

Monday AM – General Outpatient Clinic, Monday PM – MR Outpatient Clinic

Tuesday AM – Admin, Tuesday PM – General Outpatient Clinic wks 1,3,5 and Cataract Theatre wks 2,4

Wednesday AM – MR Outpatient Clinic, Wednesday PM – Free

Thursday AM – Retinal Laser Clinic, Thursday PM – MR Outpatient Clinic

Friday AM – Urgent Eye Clinic, Friday PM – Teaching

We will work with you to shape the ideal job plan upon successful appointment, and review it with you after

three months and then annually – so you can keep the perfect fit.

We will also provide the essential resources to support you in your duties, including

administrative support