Speciality Doctor in Ophthalmology
New Medical Systems Ltd
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Job summary
We are looking for a new Speciality Doctor to join our Worcester and/or Bromsgrove site. Full or Part time applicants considered. Shift patterns include weekends and an evening session on a rota basis (once a month).
Speciality Doctors play a vital role at Newmedica. The speciality Doctor will be expected to offer a general ophthalmology service. In particular the delivery of high-volume cataract surgery and/or clinical activity.
The thought of eye surgery can be a daunting prospect for patients to deal with, so our Speciality Doctor needs to be empathetic and friendly and able to put patients at ease. The Speciality Doctor role at Newmedica offers a modern hospital-based environment with opportunities for clinical learning. Our patients have a variety of interesting clinical cases which offer more complex decision-making scenarios. This is therefore a great role for a Speciality Doctor looking for personal development and to expand their professional horizons.
Main duties of the job
Alongside the mandatory qualifications the following things will be advantageous:
- Previous hospital eye service or private eye clinic experience
- 85% clinical programmed activities, with 15% supporting professional activities
- Knowledge of clinical practice and aware of current developments in Ophthalmology
- Capable of working in a high-volume clinical setting, seeing circa -22-24 patients per day in an outpatient setting
- Opportunity to have regular theatre sessions dependent on experience and sub-speciality interest
- To work as part of a multi-disciplinary team
- The training and coaching of others
- The desire for and commitment to continuous professional development
- A competent user of computer systems and programmes
- An excellent grasp of the English language both verbally and in written format
- A good team player happy to jump in and support others when required
About us
Newmedica is one of the leading providers of NHS-funded ophthalmology services in England. We provide services for NHS CCGs, NHS Trusts and Foundation Trusts, and other providers of NHS funded services. We deliver over 225,000 patient interactions annually, including outpatient appointments, diagnostic testing and eye surgery. Our services are delivered through a variety of models including Managed Services and Ophthalmology Joint Venture (OJV) Partner
Date posted
27 June 2024
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
Depending on experience £52,000.00 - £80,000.00 DOE
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working
Reference number
E0325-24-0034
Job locations
Newmedica
Wainwright Road
Worcester
WR4 9FA
Employer details
Employer name
New Medical Systems Ltd
Address
Newmedica
Wainwright Road
Worcester
WR4 9FA
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