Consultant Ophthalmologist — Emergency Care & Trials Lead

Triple West Medical; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading medical recruitment agency is seeking a Consultant Ophthalmologist for a substantive position within an NHS Trust in Yorkshire. The successful candidate will play a critical role in delivering comprehensive eye care to a patient population of approximately 800,000, supported by a team of over 7,000 staff. Candidates must possess relevant GMC registration and specialist qualifications, as well as demonstrate significant experience in clinical settings. This position offers the opportunity to enhance emergency eye care services and contribute to postgraduate education.

Benefits

Referral scheme of up to £1,500 for successful placements

Qualifications

• Ability to demonstrate independent clinical experience at Consultant level.
• Experience of supervising SpRs/specialist trainees.
• Evidence of subspecialist experience in emergency eye care.

Responsibilities

• Develop and supervise clinical trials for eye care.
• Teach basic clinical skills to undergraduates.
• Supervise postgraduate research activities.

Skills

Independent clinical experience

Knowledge and skill in Ophthalmology

Emergency eye care

Supervision of postgraduate research

Teaching clinical skills

Running clinical trials

Education

Current GMC full registration & licence to practise

FRCOphth

Entry on GMC specialist register for Ophthalmology

Job description

A leading medical recruitment agency is seeking a Consultant Ophthalmologist for a substantive position within an NHS Trust in Yorkshire. The successful candidate will play a critical role in delivering comprehensive eye care to a patient population of approximately 800,000, supported by a team of over 7,000 staff. Candidates must possess relevant GMC registration and specialist qualifications, as well as demonstrate significant experience in clinical settings. This position offers the opportunity to enhance emergency eye care services and contribute to postgraduate education.