Trust Grade Doctor in Emergency care and Glaucoma

This is a full time clinical post based at The Royal Eye Unit, Kingston Hospital, to provide elective and emergency care for ophthalmology patients as part of a multidisciplinary team.

This is an ideal post for those aiming to obtain and develop basic sub specialty training in glaucoma whilst broadening their experienceof managing complex and secondary glaucoma.

There are two regular weekly theatre sessions. The post holder will receive training in cataract surgery and glaucoma surgery including trabeculectomy with antimetabolites, cyclodiode laser,minimally invasive glaucoma surgery and, based on experience, glaucoma drainage implant surgery and trabeculectomy revision.

A laser clinic to enable the post holder to gain experience in iridotomy and selective laser trabeculoplasty.

The post holder will have a weekly Eye Casualty session.

All glaucoma clinics are Consultant-led and based at Kingston Hospital.

There is no on-call commitment, evenings or weekend sessions.

Main duties of the job

Duties of the Post1.Promotion of and participation in teaching within the department

2.Flexible cover of the clinical commitments of the department

3.Active involvement in research and to continue to maintain and update own professional knowledge

4.To fulfill all of the general conditions applying to employees of the Trust

All clinical staff are expected to attend the weekly departmental teaching session on Monday lunch time between 12.30-14.00 hours and monthly Clinical Governance half-day meetings.

The candidate will be expected to be flexible and amenable to changes in timetable in line with service developments and needs.

Equally the Trust will try and accommodate the candidates training and developmental needs and interests as much as possible when constructing the timetable.

Ultimately the agreed job plan will be based on the strengths of the successful candidate and needs of the service.

Developmentand staff wellbeing

Your growthand personal happinessmattersto us.After all, we can't expect the best from you if we don't invest in your development and nurture your wellbeing.From the moment you join us, we're committed to fostering your professional and personal development within a supportive, empowering environment. Whether you're just starting your career or looking to advance further, we provide you with the tools and opportunities you need to succeed.We actively support colleagues to take part in research, quality improvement and innovation, whatever their role or level in the organisation.

To support your wellbeing, we offer an extensive range of resources, including an on-site staff nurseryat Kingston Hospital,wellbeingpractitioners,regular wellbeing classes,dedicatedstaffphysiotherapist, comprehensiveoccupationalhealth services, 24/7employeeassistanceprogramme, and a range of other support and activities.

We also take every opportunity to thank and recognise the work our teams do, through weekly 'shoutouts' and patient feedback, monthly and annual awards.

Wherever you work across our organisation, we look forward to welcoming you.