Consultant Ophthalmologist

NHS; England; On-site; GBP 105,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust seeks a full-time Consultant Ophthalmologist with a focus on Cornea and Anterior Segment surgery. Join a dedicated team to provide high-quality eye care and innovate clinical pathways in Northamptonshire.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years postgraduate experience, including higher surgical training.
• At least 3 years' experience in higher surgical training in approved ophthalmology post.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive eye care.
• Participate in the on-call rota.
• Involve in service development and education.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Clinical audit

Research planning

Education

Medical degree FRCS or equivalent

Full GMC registration

Job description

NHS Northamptonshire, England, United Kingdom

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Job Summary

Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust would like to invite applications for a substantive consultant post in Ophthalmology, to join the existing team of six Ophthalmologists providing acute and out-patient care to the population of Northamptonshire and surrounding regions. We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic full-time consultant ophthalmologist. The post is for a consultant with a sub-specialist interest in Cornea and Anterior Segment and high volume Cataract surgery to complement the department based at Kettering. This is a replacement post and to add to our existing team of consultants.

Job Summary

Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust would like to invite applications for a substantive consultant post in Ophthalmology, to join the existing team of six Ophthalmologists providing acute and out-patient care to the population of Northamptonshire and surrounding regions. We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic full-time consultant ophthalmologist. The post is for a consultant with a sub-specialist interest in Cornea and Anterior Segment and high volume Cataract surgery to complement the department based at Kettering. This is a replacement post and to add to our existing team of consultants.

The Department of Ophthalmology at Kettering General Hospital is committed to providing high quality, patient centred care and it is expected the successful candidate will be an exceptional and highly motivated individual, working with a similar ethos. The post-holder will participate in the Ophthalmology on call rota at the Trust.JD/PS pending Royal College Approval

Main duties of the job

The post-holder will be joining a cohesive team of six Consultant Ophthalmologist's and will enjoy proactive involvement in developing and delivering, new innovative, clinical pathways and support education, audits and learning as an established Teaching Unit.

About Us

Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest employers in the area and we are on an exciting journey. Our mission is to provide safe, compassionate, and clinically excellent patient care, by being an outstanding employer for our people. We have entered into a Group Model with neighbouring Northampton General Hospital and have become University Hospitals of Northamptonshire. Our Excellence Values: Compassion Respect Integrity Courageous Accountable

Kettering General Hospital is a defence positive trust, supporting veterans, reservists, spouses & their families, and cadet armed forces volunteers, utilising their unique skills and experiences within the hospital workforce. We provide exceptional support to our employees who serve as reservists, ensuring they can balance their civilian and military responsibilities effectively.

Details

Date posted

11 June 2025

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Consultant

Salary

£105,504 to £139,882 a year per annum

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

264-7261688-SUR

Job locations

Kettering General Hospital

Rothwell Road

Kettering

NN16 8UZ

Job Description

Job responsibilities

The new appointee will share responsibilities with consultant colleagues for providing a high standard of comprehensive eye care and, will be expected to develop services in his or her special interest, not only within the Kettering NHS Trust but with the local corneal services at Leicester and Norhampton at a later date, as part of an ongoing countrywide strategy for developing acute services. The successful candidate will also have one dedicated session supporting the Eye casualty service. The consultant will be part of the Corneal MDT group based at Leicester and will be able to avail of peer support.

The on-call commitment is one week in seven and covers the north of the county and is based at Kettering.

Other duties include the full range of administrative activities involved in running the clinics and department including training and supervision of junior staff and supervision of clinical audit as well as working with other specialities. The appointee will be expected to take part in CME activities in line with College recommendations.

The department was successful in receiving Action on Cataracts funding and runs a two-stop cataract service. We are also proud to host an EyeSi simulation suite within the department that has trained several ophthalmic trainees in the region and non -ophthalmic doctors in the trust. This is only unit with an up-to-date EyeSi facility in the region.

Job Description

Job responsibilities

The new appointee will share responsibilities with consultant colleagues for providing a high standard of comprehensive eye care and, will be expected to develop services in his or her special interest, not only within the Kettering NHS Trust but with the local corneal services at Leicester and Norhampton at a later date, as part of an ongoing countrywide strategy for developing acute services. The successful candidate will also have one dedicated session supporting the Eye casualty service. The consultant will be part of the Corneal MDT group based at Leicester and will be able to avail of peer support.

The on-call commitment is one week in seven and covers the north of the county and is based at Kettering.

Other duties include the full range of administrative activities involved in running the clinics and department including training and supervision of junior staff and supervision of clinical audit as well as working with other specialities. The appointee will be expected to take part in CME activities in line with College recommendations.

The department was successful in receiving Action on Cataracts funding and runs a two-stop cataract service. We are also proud to host an EyeSi simulation suite within the department that has trained several ophthalmic trainees in the region and non -ophthalmic doctors in the trust. This is only unit with an up-to-date EyeSi facility in the region.

Person Specification

Essential

Education, Training & Qualifications

• Medical degree FRCS or equivalent. Full GMC registration. On Specialist Registrar/Accreditation
• Will be required to maintain a full registration with General Medical Council
  
  

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• Minimum of 7 years postgraduate experience, including higher surgical training. Part of this period may be in a post equivalent with responsibility and training potential
• At least 3 years' experience higher surgical training in approved ophthalmology post
• Extensive experience in management of ophthalmology conditions
• Proven involvement in clinical audit Proven track record of ophthalmology research with evidence of publications
  
  

Desirable

• Special interest that complements the Department
• Commitment to clinical risk management and clinical governance
  
  

Skills

Essential

• Good written and verbal communication skills. Evidence of the ability to communicate with patients, colleagues and staff at all levels
• Ability to teach effectively to all levels of staff
• Ability to motivate and develop junior medical staff
• Ability to plan, implement and evaluate research. Participate in and implement audits. Be actively involved with Risk Management strategies
• Flexible approach, able to work independently and as part of a team. Ability to gain the trust and confidence of colleagues and patients
  
  

Desirable

• The appointee will be expected to drive and provide own transport and live within reasonable travelling distance of Kettering General Hospital for on-call commitments
  
  

Person Specification

Essential

• Good written and verbal communication skills. Evidence of the ability to communicate with patients, colleagues and staff at all levels
• Ability to teach effectively to all levels of staff
• Ability to motivate and develop junior medical staff
• Ability to plan, implement and evaluate research. Participate in and implement audits. Be actively involved with Risk Management strategies
• Flexible approach, able to work independently and as part of a team. Ability to gain the trust and confidence of colleagues and patients
  
  

Desirable

• The appointee will be expected to drive and provide own transport and live within reasonable travelling distance of Kettering General Hospital for on-call commitments
  
  

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

Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Kettering General Hospital

Rothwell Road

Kettering

NN16 8UZ

Employer's website

https://www.kgh.nhs.uk/working-for-us (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Kettering General Hospital

Rothwell Road

Kettering

NN16 8UZ

Employer's website

https://www.kgh.nhs.uk/working-for-us (Opens in a new tab)

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Optometrists

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