Speciality Doctor in Ophthalmology

East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust

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Job summary

Ophthalmology at EKHUFT is a large department that covers a population of approximately 750,000. This posts will be based mainly at 3 sites (Ashford, Canterbury and Dover), but working at other sites across the trust may be expected. You will be part of a team of 17 Consultants and 10 non-Consultant medical staff in this busy, well-equipped, friendly and enthusiastic Unit. We have OCT (anterior and posterior chamber) in all sites and, YAG and Argon laser in the three main sites (Ashford, Canterbury and Margate).

Our team has a burgeoning research portfolio, including high-profile national studies. We work closely with other specialties and offer opportunities to combine specialist training. We offer a forward-thinking approach to flexible working and portfolio careers.

Main duties of the job

The job plan will be flexible to meet the needs of the service.

The following provides provisional scheduling details of the clinical activity and clinically related activity components of the job plan. These will be flexible and worked in liaison with Ophthalmology colleagues and may be subject to change depending on the individual skills offered by the candidate. Agreement will be reached between the post-holder and the Clinical lead for Ophthalmology with regard to the scheduling of all other activities, including the supporting professional activities. Provision of a high service, working collaboratively with the other staff.

About us

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

Date posted

27 February 2024

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Specialty Doctor

Salary

£52,530 to £82,400 a year per annum

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

24 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

344-8809MEDSAC-A

Job locations

William Harvey Hospital

Kennington Road

Ashford

TN24 0LZ


Job description

Job responsibilities

Your job plan would include 8 PAs, one administration PA and one SPA. You will have the opportunity to work with consultants in different sub-specialities. You will participate in Eye Primary service and are expected to be on-call (non-resident) 1:8 with prospective cover. The department is actively involved in research and there would be ample opportunities to get involved

Applications for this role should be written by the applicant. If artificial intelligence (AI) programmes are used then the application may be rejected due to this document being an important part of the assessment process. This does not prevent applicants seeking appropriate support with applications should they need to for the purposes of any declared disability.

Applications for this role should be written by the applicant. If artificial intelligence (AI) programmes are used then the application may be rejected due to this document being an important part of the assessment process. This does not prevent applicants seeking appropriate support with applications should they need to for the purposes of any declared disability.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Your job plan would include 8 PAs, one administration PA and one SPA. You will have the opportunity to work with consultants in different sub-specialities. You will participate in Eye Primary service and are expected to be on-call (non-resident) 1:8 with prospective cover. The department is actively involved in research and there would be ample opportunities to get involved

Applications for this role should be written by the applicant. If artificial intelligence (AI) programmes are used then the application may be rejected due to this document being an important part of the assessment process. This does not prevent applicants seeking appropriate support with applications should they need to for the purposes of any declared disability.

Applications for this role should be written by the applicant. If artificial intelligence (AI) programmes are used then the application may be rejected due to this document being an important part of the assessment process. This does not prevent applicants seeking appropriate support with applications should they need to for the purposes of any declared disability.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • Minimum of 3 years experience in Ophthalmology

Skills

Essential

  • Possess range of clinical knowledge & skills

Skills

Essential

  • Shows self discipline i.e record keeping and legibility

Experience

Essential

  • Embraces evidence based practice & audit
Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • Minimum of 3 years experience in Ophthalmology

Skills

Essential

  • Possess range of clinical knowledge & skills

Skills

Essential

  • Shows self discipline i.e record keeping and legibility

Experience

Essential

  • Embraces evidence based practice & audit

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. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information

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. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

William Harvey Hospital

Kennington Road

Ashford

TN24 0LZ


Employer's website

https://www.ekhuft.nhs.uk/patients-and-visitors/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

William Harvey Hospital

Kennington Road

Ashford

TN24 0LZ


Employer's website

https://www.ekhuft.nhs.uk/patients-and-visitors/ (Opens in a new tab)

For questions about the job, contact:

Clinical Lead

Bruce Dong

brucedong@nhs.net

Date posted

27 February 2024

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Specialty Doctor

Salary

£52,530 to £82,400 a year per annum

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

24 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

344-8809MEDSAC-A

Job locations

William Harvey Hospital

Kennington Road

Ashford

TN24 0LZ


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