Job summary
Demand the best for patients and expect the best for yourself.
As a Consultant at Practice Plus Group Hospital Shepton Mallet you will have access to great facilities in a well-structured and relaxed environment. We offer high quality day case treatment in a wide range of specialties and deliver excellent clinical care. Reporting to our Hospital Medical Director, Alison, you will perform a range of ophthalmic procedures on patients referred to the Hospital. You will be treating both NHS and private patients referred to the hospital, working in accordance with hospital protocols and working practices.
You will be a highly valued colleague bringing your expertise and skills in ophthalmic procedures. As part of our professional, friendly and compassionate team you will do everything you can to ensure the patients treatment is of the highest standard. Were passionate about giving our patients the best possible care and helping them feel better, faster and we hope you are too.
Applications from outside of the local area are welcome, there is a very generous relocation package available to support you.
Main duties of the job
What were looking for:
- Current GMC specialist registration in Ophthalmology
- a high level of operative skill in high volume Phakoemulsification under topical anaesthesia, Occuloplastics , Glaucoma and Wet AMD
- Experience at Consultant level within the UK
- Committed to your own continuing medical education and professional development.
What you can expect in return:
- Competitive salary plus performance related incentive scheme
- The support you need to grow in your role and continue your professional development including 10 days CPD per year
- Outstanding long-term career opportunities
- Mandatory training through our excellent in house education programme
- An extensive range of wellbeing and lifestyle benefits
About us
From ear, nose and throat treatments, to foot and ankle surgery, here at Practice Plus Group, the secondary care we provide is second to none. The consistently high CQC ratings our hospitals and surgical centres receive bear testimony to that. And our success is all down to the care, skill and commitment shown by our teams across the UK.
The national Patient Reported Outcome Measures (PROMs) reported by the Health and Social Care Information Centre recently identified the hospital as top in the country for hip replacements, and in the top five per cent for knee replacements.
Join us to work in partnership with the NHS, delivering scheduled treatments to private and NHS patients. Its a chance to be part of an agile and innovative healthcare company thats determined to help our partners introduce new ideas and new ways of working. And its an opportunity to pursue a rewarding career as a key member of a caring team.
If you have any questions, contact rebecca.stevens@practiceplusgroup.com 07753313395
Job description
Job responsibilities
Demand the best for patients and expect the best for yourself.
As a Consultant at Practice Plus Group Hospital Shepton Mallet you will have access to great facilities in a well-structured and relaxed environment. We offer high quality day case treatment in a wide range of specialties and deliver excellent clinical care. Reporting to our Hospital Medical Director, Alison, you will perform a range of ophthalmic procedures on patients referred to the Hospital. You will be treating both NHS and private patients referred to the hospital, working in accordance with hospital protocols and working practices.
You will be a highly valued colleague bringing your expertise and skills in ophthalmic procedures. As part of our professional, friendly and compassionate team you will do everything you can to ensure the patients treatment is of the highest standard. Were passionate about giving our patients the best possible care and helping them feel better, faster and we hope you are too.
Applications from outside of the local area are welcome, there is a very generous relocation package available to support you.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Demand the best for patients and expect the best for yourself.
As a Consultant at Practice Plus Group Hospital Shepton Mallet you will have access to great facilities in a well-structured and relaxed environment. We offer high quality day case treatment in a wide range of specialties and deliver excellent clinical care. Reporting to our Hospital Medical Director, Alison, you will perform a range of ophthalmic procedures on patients referred to the Hospital. You will be treating both NHS and private patients referred to the hospital, working in accordance with hospital protocols and working practices.
You will be a highly valued colleague bringing your expertise and skills in ophthalmic procedures. As part of our professional, friendly and compassionate team you will do everything you can to ensure the patients treatment is of the highest standard. Were passionate about giving our patients the best possible care and helping them feel better, faster and we hope you are too.
Applications from outside of the local area are welcome, there is a very generous relocation package available to support you.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Person Specification available on request
Desirable
- Person Specification available on request
Experience
Essential
- Person Specification available on request
Desirable
- Person Specification available on request
Additional Criteria
Essential
- Person Specification available on request
Desirable
- Person Specification available on request
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Person Specification available on request
Desirable
- Person Specification available on request
Experience
Essential
- Person Specification available on request
Desirable
- Person Specification available on request
Additional Criteria
Essential
- Person Specification available on request
Desirable
- Person Specification available on request
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.
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
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.
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).
