Specialty Doctor Ophthalmology

Job overview

We are looking for a dynamic and enthusiastic colleague to join our team of doctors in the provision of Ophthalmology services on the Isle of Wight. The successful candidate will work alongside the existing team and form an integral part of the Isle of Wight service.

Main duties of the job

• To assist in the provision of a comprehensive service in Ophthalmology under the supervision of the designated consultant(s).
• Participation in the day-to-day management of ophthalmic patients.
• To undertake clinics as required.
• The professional supervision and management of nursing staff as necessary.
• Participate in production and revision of ophthalmic local guidelines.
• So far as is consistent with the proper discharge of the above duties the post holder undertakes to deputise from time to time for absent colleagues.
• The post holder undertakes, exceptionally, to be available for irregular commitments outside normally rostered duties as are essential for continuity of patient care.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES  General  To assist in the provision of a comprehensive service in Ophthalmology under the supervision of the designated consultant(s).  Participation in the day-to-day management of ophthalmic patients.  To undertake clinics as required.  The professional supervision and management of nursing staff as necessary.   Participate in production and revision of ophthalmic local guidelines.