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NHS AYRSHIRE AND ARRAN
CONSULTANT OPHTHALMOLOGIST
The successful candidate will become part of a team of 9 Consultant Ophthalmologists and part time Paediatric Ophthalmologist, 1 Associate Specialist, 5 Specialty Doctors, 2 trainees and one research / teaching fellow. The department currently has skills and expertise across the range of sub specialties within ophthalmology. The Department is able to consider applicants from newly qualified consultants who have not as yet fully developed their desired sub specialty and would wish supported with further training and development in their desired field. NHS Ayrshire and Arran has consultants in post covering the full range of sub specialism.
The department provides ophthalmic healthcare on an area basis for a population of approximately 375,000.
The Ophthalmology Department is based at University Hospital Ayr where adult inpatient and day surgery facilities are situated. Paediatric inpatient and day surgery is provided on the Crosshouse Hospital site. Outpatient services are provided at University Hospital Ayr, University Hospital Crosshouse in Kilmarnock and the War Memorial Hospital in Lamlash, Isle of Arran.
The Terms and Conditions of service are those determined by the New Consultant Contract (Scotland) 2004 and are offered on a 10 programmed activity basis. Applications from individuals who wish to work fewer or more programmed activities may apply. On call will be on a 1:9 basis.
Applicants wishing further information about the post are invited to contact Dr Zac Koshy (01292) 610555 Ext. 14352, Clinical Director in Ophthalmology whom visiting arrangements can also be made.
Candidates may also wish to contact Mrs Karen Andrews, General Manager, Surgical Services, 01292 617123
For an Information Pack, including Job Description and how to apply on-line please visit :https://apply.jobs.scot.nhs.uk/vacancies.aspx, and you must also attach a current CV with supporting documentary evidence of your entry or eligibility to enter onto the Specialist Register/CCT/CESR. Applicants not yet on the Specialist Register must be eligible for entry 6 months from date of interview.
Interviews will be held on: 24th September 2020 (PM)
Closing date for Applications: 4th September