Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board
Locum Consultant in Ophthalmology
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Job Overview
This post is a full-time position for a Locum Consultant Ophthalmologist with a Special Interest in Emergency Eye Care for nine months to cover Maternity Leave. The successful candidate will primarily provide consultant-led assessment, diagnosis, and management of patients presenting with acute ophthalmic conditions within the Emergency Eye Care Unit. They will deliver timely clinical decisions to ensure compliance with national waiting time and emergency care standards.
This post does not come with any research responsibilities. However, post holders with an interest in research are advised to discuss opportunities with the Clinical Director for Surgery around any research opportunities and follow all appropriate governance policies related to research.
Main Duties of the Job
- Provide clinical advice and support to Emergency Departments, General Practitioners, Optometrists, Minor Injury Units, and other referring clinicians
- Provide Senior Clinical decision-making to support same-day Emergency assessment and treatment, reducing avoidable hospital admissions and preventing irreversible visual loss
- Lead the triage, prioritization, and management of urgent referrals received from Community Optometrists, General Practitioners, Emergency Departments, Minor Injury Units, and other specialties
- Support the development and delivery of consultant-led urgent eye care pathways in collaboration with primary care optometry services and regional ophthalmology networks
- Deliver emergency ophthalmic procedures and interventions appropriate to clinical competence, including Anterior Chamber procedures, Laser treatments, and management of Ocular Trauma and Emergency Surgical decision-making
- Be involved in all aspects of the department’s work, including Teaching, Audit, Elective Care, and Trauma Care
- Work closely with clinical colleagues, nursing, and other allied health care professionals to enhance the level of patient care in the Health Board
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Working for Our Organisation
Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) is Wales’s largest health organisation, with a budget of over £2.4 billion and a workforce of over 20,000 staff.
BCUHB provides a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute, and specialist hospital services for the population of North Wales, across 3 acute hospitals and a network of community hospitals, health centres, clinics, and mental health units. It also coordinates or provides the work of GP practices and NHS services provided by dentists, opticians, and pharmacists across the region.
The Health Board is an integrated health system that strives for excellent, compassionate care delivered in partnership with the public sector and other statutory and third sector organisations.
Detailed Job Description and Main Responsibilities
Candidates are encouraged to refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further information.
If you are ready to make a significant impact on the future of healthcare in North Wales and possess the skills and experience required for this role, we invite you to apply.
Informal conversations are encouraged prior to applying.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
- Full GMC Registration
- Emergency Eye Care Fellowship
Desirable criteria
- GMC Specialist Registration in Ophthalmology
- Evidence of fellowship / training or competencies in Glaucoma or Oculoplastics
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Experience and Knowledge
Essential criteria
- An understanding of the strategic and operational issues underpinning clinical governance, with evidence and daily experience in a similar
- Evidence an understanding of NHS management practices and their application
- Evidence of commitment to Life Long Learning and Continued Professional Development
Desirable criteria
- Evidence of completing management courses
- Departmental administration experience
Ability
Essential Criteria
- Ability to apply knowledge
- Ability to write relevant, legible clinical notes
- Safe and effective verbal communication skills
- Willingness to involve patients in their management
- Ability to handle difficult interviews with patients or relatives with tact and sensitivity
- Basic IT skills
- Evidence of completed audit projects
Desirable criteria
- Advanced IT skills
- Critical appraisal courses / skills
Additional Requirements
Essential criteria
- A team player who values the individual contributions of a multi-disciplinary team
- Reliable, self-motivated, and punctual
- Evidence of the ability to work in stressful situations and / or when under pressure
- Ability to work flexibly
- A willingness to work outside working hours at short notice in times of need
- Fluent English Speaker
Desirable criteria
- Able to commence work within three months of appointment
- Willingness to undertake professional responsibilities at local / regional / national level
- Ability to travel between sites in a timely manner
- Welsh speaker or willingness to learn
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