MAIN DUTIES OF THE JOB

This post is for a 6.5 PA fixed term Consultant Ophthalmologist with special interest in cornea and ocular surface disease. The successful applicant will lead the development of the keratoconus service and support the ocular surface and acute eye services.
The post holder will be responsible for the assessment, diagnosis and management of patients attending cornea and ocular surface disease clinics and the Acute Eye Service.
The clinical team is supported by specialist nurses, orthoptists, optometrists, HCAs, technicians and a dedicated administrative team.

DETAILED JOB DESCRIPTION AND MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

The successful applicant will lead the development of the keratoconus service and support the ocular surface and acute eye services.
The trust has two dedicated ophthalmology outpatient units and the post holder will be required to work across both sites.