Speciality Doctor in Ophthalmology VR, Cornea & Anterior Segment

Applications are invited for this post of Vitreo Retinal, Cornea and Cataract Specialty Doctor in Ophthalmology at the Royal Cornwall Hospital in Truro.

We are seeking to appoint a specialty Doctor in Ophthalmology who is enthusiastic and qualified individual for this highly desirable post with prospect for further clinical and surgical specialised training in vitreoretina, cataract, cornea, and anterior segment. The successful candidate will form part of the ophthalmology team which provides comprehensive ophthalmology services for Cornwall but specifically will form part of the Vitreo Retinal and Corneal/Anterior segment services.

The department would aim to provide further clinical and surgical training for the successful candidate as needed with the aim to support the skills development of the post holder in order to function with a high level of autonomy. The post holder's core duties will include a mixture of VR clinics and theatres, Cornea and cataract clinics and theatres, emergency eye clinics and participation in a general ophthalmology 1:6 on- call rota. The service is delivered both on the main site at the Royal Cornwall Hospital (Treliske) in Truro and on peripheral sites in Cornwall and the successful candidate is expected to participate in the work on all sites.

Main duties of the job

The successful applicant will be expected to engage with monthly speciality level meetings and be actively involved with clinical audit, service development, the teaching programme and teaching of juniors and medical students. The successful candidate would have the opportunity to undertake research and use the facilities of the Peninsula Medical School.

Existing consultants provide sub-speciality interests in cornea, glaucoma, vitreo-retinal surgery, oculoplastics and orbital surgery, paediatric/strabismus and neuro-ophthalmology, uveitis, and medical retina. The medical staff, in the department, includes nine consultants, five associate specialists, one specialty grade doctor, a college speciality trainee, one vitreo- retinal fellow and one vitreoretinal and cornea and cataract speciality doctor.

About us

Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust is the biggest provider of healthcare services in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. Our three main sites are Royal Cornwall Hospital Truro, St Michael's Hospital Hayle and West Cornwall Hospital Penzance, our staff and services are available across the region.

The Trust employs 5,000+ staff, has a budget of £380 million and 750 beds. We work with health and social care organisations -including NHS Kernow and NHS England- to ensure local healthcare needs are met. We provide acute medical, surgical and specialist services to around 500,000- which can increase significantly during busy holiday periods.

The Trust has teaching hospitals status as part of the University of Exeter Medical School. Keeping at the forefront of medical advances, we continually develop clinical services and are committed to maximising the range of specialist care offered locally.

We can offer you a rewarding career in a supportive working environment. We have extensive educational links to help you realise your full potential and develop skills to provide outstanding healthcare to the local community.

Enjoy an outstanding quality of life in a place that offers surfing beaches and fishing harbours to beautiful countryside and historic towns. With clean air, plenty of opportunities for outdoor activities and excellent schools, colleges and universities (including adult education) it is the ideal place for families and for you to develop your own career.

Job description

Job responsibilities

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Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Full registration with licence to practice with the General Medical Council.
  • MRCOphths or equivalent

Desirable

  • Experience in ophthalmology In General
  • FRCOphth or equivalent

Experience

Essential

  • Experience in cataract surgery
  • Clinical experience in cornea and vitreoretinal
  • Surgical experience in cornea and vitreoretinal
  • Teaching (medical students, peers, MDT).

Desirable

  • Ability to undertake independent ophthalmic surgery
  • Previous UK experience

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