We are seeking a Trust Ophthalmology Doctor to join our Acute District General Hospital team in a full-time, 12-month fixed-term Glaucoma/Cataract post. The role offers broad general ophthalmology experience, including high-volume cataract surgery. Experience in cataract surgery and glaucoma assessment is essential; independent cataract surgery is desirable but not required.
Applicants must have, or be eligible for, full GMC registration and preferably hold the FRCOphth, MRCOphth, or equivalent qualification. A minimum of 4 years' postgraduate experience is required, including at least 2 years in ophthalmology at OST, SHO, or higher grade level.
As a member of our Trust, you will work collaboratively with clinical and managerial colleagues to deliver high-quality patient care.
Key responsibilities include:
- Providing a first-class clinical service
- Supporting and leading staff within the specialty
- Contributing to teaching, quality improvement and research activities
- Working in accordance with Trust policies and procedures
- Delivering clinical practice in line with contractual requirements and service plans
- Supporting the development objectives of the specialty, Surgical Division and Trust
- Demonstrating initiative, enthusiasm and flexibility throughout the role.
The successful applicant will work closely under the supervision of the Glaucoma consultants (Mr Reynolds, Mr Anand, Mr Al-Rubiay and Mr Dean) and Cataract Consultant Lead (Mr Dean) in the unit.
The weekly timetable includes Glaucoma and Cataract theatre sessions, Glaucoma and Cataract Clinics, Virtual Glaucoma sessions, Casualty Clinics and study/administrative sessions.
The post has fixed-on call commitments of 1:8 for weekdays, and 1:8 weekends. The postholder is expected to coordinate Glaucoma emergencies, both in the clinic, and in theatre. The postholder is also expected to be flexible and willing to undertake additional duties out of hours or in the event of unforeseen circumstances to ensure the smooth running of the department.
This post is a junior post designed to enhance basic skills and assessment of routine and emergency glaucoma patients as well as develop a full understanding of cataract patient assessment and work up with development opportunities within the service. Theatre sessions will be predominantly cataract focused with some opportunity for Glaucoma surgical teaching.
We take pride in placing people at the centre of everything we do, working together as a united team. Driven by a shared ambition to continually grow, develop, and learn, we recognise and value every contribution. By combining our experience and skills, we not only support our vibrant, diverse communities, but also support one another.
With a team of over 9,000 employees, we are proud to be the largest employer in Gloucestershire and rank among the top 10 largest Trusts in the South West region. By joining our Trust, you will benefit from an excellent package that includes exclusive benefits, flexible working opportunities and the chance to gain valuable experience in one or both of our innovative hospitals.
As well as generous annual leave allowance, you will have access to the excellent NHS pension scheme, competitive bank rates, discounts at local shops and restaurants, access to two on-site nurseries, discounted public transport, reward and recognition and a range of health and wellbeing initiatives to support you.
Provisional Job Plan
Glaucoma/Cataract TRUST DOCTOR
AM
Theatre with SR/YA 1-5 Tewkesbury Hosp
RSTA
Theatre WD 2,3,4,5
Cataract Clinic
Eye Emergency Clinic 1-5
PM
Theatre with SR/YA 1-5 Tewkesbury Hosp
Stroud with YA if no room supernumary AM GRH
RSTA (cover of SR Cat clinic)
Cataract Clinic
Teaching 1,2,3 and 4
Theatre wk 5
