Specialty Doctor in Ophthalmology in Dorchester

This post is to provide a full clinical service within the Department at Dorset County Hospital Foundation Trust. This is a service-based job undertaking clinics. The service at Dorset County Hospital has maintained the NHS 18-week pathway of care and this post will continue to assist in the delivery of this target over the coming months. This post is a full-time position.

Main duties of the job:

• To provide day-case and outpatient ophthalmology services to patients in Dorset.
• To participate in the provision of the acute ophthalmology service.
• To contribute to the training of junior doctors and other professional team members.
• To fulfil continuing professional development requirements in line with clinical governance.
• To participate in audit and clinical governance.

About us:

At DCHFT, we pride ourselves on the care we provide for our patients, and on the culture we are creating for our staff. We work hard to create a fair, inclusive environment for our staff. Our Mission is to provide outstanding care for people in ways which matter to them, and our vision is Dorset County Hospital, working with our health and social care partners, will be at the heart of improving the well-being of our communities. We are a Trust that celebrates diversity, and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from people in all under-represented groups.

Job responsibilities:

Modification of the job description will be discussed on a personal basis with the Trust in consultation with consultant colleagues. The 10 PA job plan includes:

• Direct Clinical Care: 8.5 PAs per week (Includes clinical activity & clinical related activity)
• Supporting Professional Activities: 1.5 PAs per week (Includes CPD, audit, teaching and research)

Person Specification:

Education, Qualifications and Training:

• Medical Degree (MBBS, MChB or equivalent)
• Full GMC registration and a license to practice is required
• Postgraduate training in Ophthalmology
• FRCS or equivalent

Experience:

• At least 3 years clinical experience in Ophthalmology
• Evidence of good oral and written communication skills
• Desirable: Sub-specialist interest, Experience of multidisciplinary working, Recent and significant experience in the UK, Evidence of working independently, At least 4 years post graduate experience

Skills, Abilities & Knowledge:

• Ability to develop effective working relationships on an individual, multi-professional and team basis with all levels of staff
• Understanding of clinical governance and the individual responsibilities it implies

Audit:

• Knowledge of medical and clinical audit principles and evidence of direct involvement in 2 specific medical audits in the last 18 months.

Research:

• Desirable: Knowledge of principles of research

Disclosure and Barring Service Check:

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship:

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications.

UK Registration:

Applicants must have current UK professional registration.