Consultant in Ophthalmology with a Special Interest in Medical Retina

NHS; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 109,000 - 146,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS Foundation Trust in Doncaster is seeking an experienced Ophthalmology Consultant to join their team. The role requires extensive clinical experience, particularly in cataract surgery, with responsibilities including supervision of trainees and participation in teaching. The full-time position offers a competitive salary ranging from £109,725 to £145,478 per year and various benefits, including NHS Pension and flexible working options.

Benefits

NHS Pension Scheme

Generous holiday entitlement

Learning opportunities

Qualifications

• Must demonstrate a high level of clinical experience and competence in all aspects of Ophthalmology.
• Understanding of current issues in Ophthalmology and future directions of the specialty.
• Desirable: Attendance at a recognised management course.

Responsibilities

• Operate as an independent cataract surgeon.
• Supervise trainees and offer expert clinical opinions.
• Participate in on-call rota and support teaching.

Skills

Clinical experience in Ophthalmology

Independent cataract surgeon

Teaching postgraduate doctors

Education

FRCOphth or equivalent

Licence to Practise

Relevant higher degree (desirable)

Job description

Overview

Doncaster & Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is looking to recruit a motivated Ophthalmology Consultant to join our multi-disciplined ophthalmic team in Medical Retina. Applicants will be expected to have broad general Ophthalmology experience with a proven track record of cataract surgery. You will be a highly valued member of the team bringing your expertise and skills to a busy Ophthalmology department. The appointee will be an addition to the team of 8 Consultants currently in post; following this recruitment drive the Consultant team is expected to be 10. The service is provided across three sites: Doncaster Royal Infirmary, Montagu Hospital in Mexborough, and Bassetlaw Hospital.

The service has departments and theatres at three Trust sites, and while split-site work within the same day is generally avoided, most consultants work at Doncaster and one of the other two sites.

Main duties and responsibilities

Your individual job plan will be reviewed and agreed annually. The service has an on-call rota. Consultants are 2nd on call. On-call is Category A and currently runs at 1:8, with a 5% on-call availability supplement; it is expected to be 1:9 when the current recruitment phase is complete.

The SAS grade includes seven doctors (one Associate Specialist and six specialty doctors). In addition, there are two specialty trainees (ST4-7) from the South Yorkshire deanery. The SAS doctors and Trainees provide first on-call cover at 1:9 rota currently. The service is committed to a strong training culture with protected theatre sessions for Specialty Doctors and regular Consultant-led teaching on Friday afternoons with SPA time allocated. Secretarial support is provided at Bassetlaw Hospital, Montagu Hospital, and Doncaster Royal Infirmary.

About us

Doncaster & Bassetlaw NHS FT is one of Yorkshire's leading acute trusts, serving a population of more than 420,000 across South Yorkshire, North Nottinghamshire, and surrounding areas. Our services are based over three main hospital sites employing over 6,000 colleagues. We support flexible working and aim to help you develop, belong and thrive here. We are an equal opportunities employer encouraging applicants from all sectors of the community, including those with disabilities, ethnic minorities and LGBTQ+ communities.

Benefits and flexible working

We offer a range of benefits including an extensive range of learning opportunities, NHS Pension Scheme, generous holiday entitlement, health and wellbeing support, NHS Car Lease schemes and salary sacrifice options, and discounts via external providers.

Details

Date posted: 29 October 2025

Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade: Consultant

Salary: £109,725 to £145,478 per year pro rata

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Full-time

Reference number: 272-7550982

Job locations: Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals NHS FT, Armthorpe Road, Doncaster, DN2 5LT

Job description and person specification

Please see attached to the advert a Job Description and Person Specification for further details. Read both documents carefully. If your application is successful, you will be required to present original certificates of qualifications that are listed in the person specification under essential.

Qualifications

• FRCOphth or equivalent
• On the specialist register for Ophthalmology or within 6 months of being admitted to the register for trainees; all other categories must be eligible to be on the GMC specialist register (evidence required prior to commencement) to be considered for a consultant appointment by the Advisory Appointments Committee
• Completed, or within 6 months of completing, a 12-month RCOphth recognised clinical fellowship, ASTO, or equivalent in your sub-specialty area
• Licence to Practise
• Desirable: Relevant higher degree

Experience and achievements

• Must demonstrate a high level of clinical experience and competence in all aspects of Ophthalmology
• Ability to operate as an independent cataract surgeon and supervise trainees
• Ability to offer expert clinical opinions on a range of Ophthalmology problems
• Understanding of current issues in Ophthalmology and future directions of the specialty
• Understanding of current issues within the wider NHS
• Desirable: Attendance at a recognised management course and ability to lead across professions; broad Ophthalmology experience

Teaching and training

• Experience of and enthusiasm for clinical teaching of postgraduate doctors and non-medical staff
• Desirable: Academic publications, supervision training, teaching courses, and a formal qualification in teaching/education

Eligibility and requirements

• Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks: This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act; a Disclosure check will be pursued
• Certificate of Sponsorship: Applications from job seekers who require Skilled Worker sponsorship will be considered; information available from UK Visas and Immigration
• UK Registration: Applicants must have current UK professional registration

Employer details

Doncaster & Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals NHS FT, Armthorpe Road, Doncaster, DN2 5LT