Consultant in Ophthalmology

NHS; Wrexham; On-site; GBP 110,000 - 161,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in Wales is seeking a Consultant Ophthalmologist to join the team at Wrexham Maelor Hospital. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in enhancing the quality of ophthalmology services and will participate in clinical governance and training. This permanent, full-time position offers a competitive salary and a chance to make a significant impact in patient care.

Qualifications

• Must have Full GMC registration with a Licence to Practice.
• Experience in general ophthalmology with specialty in paediatrics or oculoplastics.
• Understanding of NHS management practices.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical service, including prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of illness.
• Participate in teaching and supervision of junior doctors.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams for patient care.

Skills

Ophthalmology

Clinical Governance

Patient Communication

Education

Medical Degree

FRCOphth or equivalent

Job description

Job summary

Applications are invited for the post of Consultant Ophthalmologist at Wrexham Maelor Hospital from individuals who share our passion for improving the quality of ophthalmology services. You will join a team of existing consultants who have special interests which include Glaucoma, Paediatric ophthalmology, Medical and Surgical Retina.We are looking for an enthusiastic Consultant to work in our dynamic team. We would welcome applications from individuals with experience in general ophthalmology with a sub specialist interest in paediatrics or occuloplastics to support the delivery of the demands of the service.

Candidates for the role must have Full GMC registration with a Licence to Practice. You will be expected to possess FRCOphth or equivalent.

The post-holder will be experienced and able to undertake both Theatre and Clinics. The successful candidate will take part in teaching and supervision of junior doctors and other health professionals associated with the service. You will participate in a 1:5 on call until 10 pm. All clinicians will be expected and encouraged to participate in clinical governance initiatives, clinical effectiveness and audit and risk management.

Main duties of the job

You will provide a clinical service, with colleagues, which will include the responsibility for the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of illness.

Working with consultant colleagues and the multi-professional team you will have continuing responsibility for the well-being of all patients under your care; allowing for proper delegation to, and training of staff.

In partnership with clinical and managerial colleagues you will also have responsibility for the safe, efficient and effective functioning of the services in which you work in line with the values, of the Health Board.

You are encouraged to consider how services can be improved and to report any concerns about safety.

About us

If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and 'Proud to Lead' competence framework.

Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the "Disability Confident Employer" scheme.

Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.

Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

Details Date posted

07 July 2025

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Consultant

Salary

£110,240 to £160,951 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

050-WXM-OPHTH-0625

Job locations

Wrexham Maelor Hospital

Croesnewydd Road

Wrexham

LL13 7TD

Job description Job responsibilities

Candidates are encouraged to refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further information.

If you are ready to make a significant impact on the future of healthcare in North Wales and possess the skills and experience required for this role, we invite you to apply.

Informal conversations are encouraged prior to applying. Please contact Ms Ukasha Dukht 03000 848696

Job description Job responsibilities

Candidates are encouraged to refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further information.

If you are ready to make a significant impact on the future of healthcare in North Wales and possess the skills and experience required for this role, we invite you to apply.

Informal conversations are encouraged prior to applying. Please contact Ms Ukasha Dukht 03000 848696

Person Specification QUALIFICATION Essential

• GMC registration with a licence to practice as a Consultant (FRC Ophth) Medical Degree
• FRCS or equivalent
• CCT and or CESR Evidence of qualification/training or competencies in retinal ophthalmology.
• CCT or equivalent (equivalence must be confirmed by GMC by date of AAC)

EXPERIENCES Essential

• Broad Based general experience in Ophthalmology plus specialist skills and interest in Cataract surgery

Desirable

• Additional specialist qualification or qualification, relevant skills experience in the relevant specialty

CLINICAL GOVERNANCE Essential

• An understanding of the Strategic and Operational issues underpinning Clinical Governance and their application in daily practice and evidence of such.

ABILITY Essential

• Ability to apply knowledge. Ability to write relevant, legible clinical notes.
• Safe and effective verbal communication skills.
• Willingness to involve patients in their management.
• Ability to handle difficult interviews with patients or relatives with tact and sensitivity
• Basic IT skills

Desirable

• Advanced IT Skills.

MANAGEMENT Essential

• An understanding of NHS management practices and their application and evidence of such. A willingness to attend and actively participate in the departmental management meetings.

Desirable

• Management courses / qualifications.
• Departmental administration experience.

AUDIT Essential

• Evidence of participation Evidence of completed audit projects.

Desirable

• Critical appraisal courses / skills.

TRAINING Essential

• Evidence of commitment to Life Long Learning and Continued Professional Development.

Person Specification QUALIFICATION Essential

• GMC registration with a licence to practice as a Consultant (FRC Ophth) Medical Degree
• FRCS or equivalent
• CCT and or CESR Evidence of qualification/training or competencies in retinal ophthalmology.
• CCT or equivalent (equivalence must be confirmed by GMC by date of AAC)

EXPERIENCES Essential

• Broad Based general experience in Ophthalmology plus specialist skills and interest in Cataract surgery

Desirable

• Additional specialist qualification or qualification, relevant skills experience in the relevant specialty

CLINICAL GOVERNANCE Essential

• An understanding of the Strategic and Operational issues underpinning Clinical Governance and their application in daily practice and evidence of such.

ABILITY Essential

• Ability to apply knowledge. Ability to write relevant, legible clinical notes.
• Safe and effective verbal communication skills.
• Willingness to involve patients in their management.
• Ability to handle difficult interviews with patients or relatives with tact and sensitivity
• Basic IT skills

Desirable

• Advanced IT Skills.

MANAGEMENT Essential

• An understanding of NHS management practices and their application and evidence of such. A willingness to attend and actively participate in the departmental management meetings.

Desirable

• Management courses / qualifications.
• Departmental administration experience.

AUDIT Essential

• Evidence of participation Evidence of completed audit projects.

Desirable

• Critical appraisal courses / skills.

TRAINING Essential

• Evidence of commitment to Life Long Learning and Continued Professional Development.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details Employer name

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board

Address

Wrexham Maelor Hospital

Croesnewydd Road

Wrexham

LL13 7TD

Employer's website

https://bcuhb.nhs.wales/train-work-live/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details Employer name

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board

Address

Wrexham Maelor Hospital

Croesnewydd Road

Wrexham

LL13 7TD

Employer's website

https://bcuhb.nhs.wales/train-work-live/ (Opens in a new tab)