Specialty Doctor in Ophthalmology

As a valued member of the Ophthalmology Team, the post holder will be involved in a wide range of sub specialism including; + Outpatient Activity - Undertaking general, specialist, cataract clinics + EERS/Emergency Duties (Eye Emergency Referral Service) - Providing referral triage, emergency and urgent diagnosis and treatment. Including Liaison with senior medical staff, either registrars, non-consultant career grade doctors or consultants regarding all cases requiring admission or general anaesthesia. Assistance of senior medical staff with emergency surgery. Provide cover for colleagues on leave as indicated in the duty rota. It may be necessary to attend other hospitals in order to see patients on an emergency basis. Performing duties during emergencies and in unforeseen circumstances at the request of the appropriate consultant, consultation where practicable with colleagues both senior and junior. As stressed by this Secretary of State, it has been agreed that they will perform such duties with the understanding that additional commitments arising under this subsection are exceptional. + Theatre Activity - Provide support in theatres and undertake independent theatre sessions in line with abilities. + Ward Rounds - Attending ward rounds and examination of pre-and postoperative patients. Ward duties to cover leave and provide continuity of care., UHCW NHS Trust, by virtue of its Green Plan, is committed to ensuring that the way we provide services minimises the impact on the environment and the future health of the public e.g. zero waste to landfill, reducing our carbon footprint and increasing our recycling and reuse percentages. If you are successful at interview you will receive a conditional offer of employment and we'll ask you for information so that we can carry out pre-employment checks. You must successfully complete all pre-employment checks to progress to a final unconditional offer. We must confirm the identity of our staff and their right to work in the United Kingdom. We will ask you to submit proof of your identity and right to work documents via a secure digital platform approved by the Home Office, named TrustID. Alternatively, you may be asked to attend our office with original documents. Depending on you level of exposure with patients you may be required to undertake a Standard or Enhanced DBS. The cost of this check will be charged to you and will be deducted from your salary over the first 3 months of employment at the current rate. All correspondence will be sent by email; please check your account regularly including your Junk/SPAM folders

Form effective relationships with staff and external colleagues

• Be flexible and able to adapt to different situations
• Be self-motivated and able to organise own workload
• Be confident and self-assured in delivering ophthalmology services
• Relate to patients / relatives in an understanding and sympathetic manner.
To ensure that we provide world-class patient care, UHCW recruits people that can demonstrate the Trust's Values and Behaviours in their everyday life. Therefore, if you are invited to interview, you will be undertaking a Values Based Interview/Assessment, which explores not only what you do but how and why you do it.

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire (UHCW) NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK. We are extremely proud of our skilled employees across our hospital sites in Coventry and Rugby, with high quality patient care positioned at the heart of everything we do. Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a national and international leader in healthcare. By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. There has never been a better time to join our team.

This post offers significant clinical, laser and surgical exposure with opportunity to develop subspecialty experience. The post is also suitable for those seeking to gain CESR and varied subspecialty experience. The post offers independent surgical, laser and clinical sessions. Research and Audit is actively encouraged and supported in the department with ample opportunities. The post is for fixed term and permanent contract. The post is offered with a job plan of 10 Professional Activities (PAs). On-call duties (1:8-1:9) are offered based on relevant experience and departmental need. Informal enquiries should be made to Mr N.P. Manjunatha (medical staffing lead) on or , Professor Harpreet Ahluwalia Clinical Lead for Ophthalmology on .