Speciality Doctor in Medical Retina Ophthalmology

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Speciality Doctor in Medical Retina Ophthalmology The closing date is 06 July 2025
Fixed Term for 12 months initially with a view of being made permanent.
Applicants are invited to apply for the post of Specialty Doctor in Medical Retina in the department of Ophthalmology based at the University Hospital of Wales.
A full-time work programme will normally comprise ten sessions per week and it is anticipated that the post holder will have around two sessions per week for supporting professional activities included within this (based on a basic full-time commitment) subject to a minimum of one session; the remaining sessions will be dedicated to direct clinical care. A full session is normally four hours duration.
All posts in the Health Board are compliant with the European Working Time Directive. Direct clinical care covers:
Emergency duties (including emergency work during or arising from on-call)
Operating sessions including pre and post-operative care
Ward rounds
Outpatient clinics
Clinical diagnostic work
Other patient treatments
Public health duties
Multi-disciplinary meetings about direct patient care
Administration related to patient care (e.g., referrals, notes)
Main duties of the job Fixed Term for 12 months initially with a view of being made permanent.
Applicants are invited to apply for the post of Specialty Doctor in Medical Retina in the department of Ophthalmology based at the University Hospital of Wales.
A full-time work programme will normally comprise ten sessions per week and it is anticipated that the post holder will have around two sessions per week for supporting professional activities included within this (based on a basic full-time commitment) subject to a minimum of one session; the remaining sessions will be dedicated to direct clinical care. A full session is normally four hours duration.
About us Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is one of the largest Integrated Health Boards in the UK, employing over 15,000 staff and providing over 100 specialist services. Working across 6 hospital sites, we offer a diverse range of career opportunities. Serving around 500,000 people in Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan, we focus on the health and care needs of our local population while collaborating with partners to develop regional services.
Our mission is 'Caring for People, Keeping People Well' and our vision is that every person's chance of leading a healthy life should be equal. We are committed to innovation, improvement, and clinical research, working closely with our staff and community.
Cardiff, the vibrant Welsh capital, offers rich cultural, sports, and arts attractions. The Vale of Glamorgan provides beautiful countryside and a scenic coastline. Whether city life or rural living, Cardiff and the Vale offer the best of both worlds.
Job responsibilities You will find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents.
Person Specification Qualifications Meets all essential criteria
Experience Meets all essential criteria
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975, and a Disclosure check will be required to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Cardiff and Vale University Health Board

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