Speciality Doctor, Opthamology

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.

This Specialty Doctor post will see the successful candidate join our Ophthalmology team and will have the skills to support those already existing in this friendly department. Applications from individuals with experience to complement those already in the team will be welcomed.

The Ophthalmology Department is based at University Hospital Ayr where adult inpatient and day surgery facilities are situated. University Hospital Ayr is a friendly district general hospital on the outskirts of Ayr. Paediatric inpatient and day surgery is provided on the Crosshouse Hospital site. Outpatient services are provided at University Hospital Ayr, University Crosshouse Hospital in Kilmarnock and the War Memorial Hospital in Lamlash, Isle of Arran.

The Terms and Conditions of service are those determined by the New Specialty Doctor Grade (Scotland) 2022 and is offered on a 10 programmed activity basis. Applications from individuals who may wish to work on a part time or job share basis will be considered. Opportunities may exist for Additional Programmed activities subject to service requirements. The post will involve participation on the on-call rota on a 1:8 basis attracting a 5% on-call supplement.

Appropriately experienced applicants must have Full GMC registration with a current Licence to Practice and should have completed the fellowship exam in Ophthalmology from any of the Royal colleges.

Informal enquiries may be addressed to Dr Mohan Varikkara (01292) 610555, Clinical Director in Ophthalmology. Candidates could also contact Karen Andrews, General Manager on the above number.