Consultant Ophthalmologist (SI in Paeds & Strabismus)

TN United Kingdom; Exeter; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Exeter seeks a dynamic Consultant Ophthalmologist specializing in Paediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus. The role involves working in a supportive environment, contributing to patient care, and engaging in a multidisciplinary team. Candidates should possess expertise in paediatric cataract management and a commitment to general ophthalmology. The position offers a fixed-term contract with a Monday to Friday working pattern, including on-call duties.

Benefits

Occupational health services

Staff discounts on shopping and fitness

Salary sacrifice options

NHS Pension scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Expertise in comprehensive paediatric ophthalmology including cataract management.
• Additional interest in complex strabismus or ocular genetics is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Join a multidisciplinary team to deliver exceptional patient care.
• Participate in outpatient clinics and on-call rota.

Skills

Paediatric Ophthalmology

Strabismus

General Ophthalmology

Job description

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Consultant Ophthalmologist (SI in Paeds & Strabismus), Exeter

Client:

Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust

Location:

Exeter, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Consulting

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Yes

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Posted:

12.05.2025

Expiry Date:

26.06.2025

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Role Summary

The Ophthalmology Department at the Royal Devon is proud to be a centre of innovation and ambition, continuously advancing care and outcomes in the field of ophthalmology.

We are looking to appoint a dynamic and dedicated Consultant Ophthalmologist with a subspecialty interest in Paediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus to join our experienced and supportive team. This role will be primarily based at the West of England Eye Unit, Royal Devon & Exeter Hospital (Wonford), however will involve travel to peripheral sites, including Axminster, Heavitree and North Devon District Hospital in Barnstaple.

The successful candidate will bring expertise in comprehensive paediatric ophthalmology, including paediatric cataract management and ROP screening. Additional subspecialist interest in complex strabismus or ocular genetics is highly desirable. A commitment to general ophthalmology, including outpatient clinics and participation in the on-call rota, is also essential.

You’ll be joining a welcoming and highly skilled multidisciplinary team, including outstanding Orthoptists and Optometrists, all working collaboratively to deliver exceptional patient care.

About the Role

This post is initially for a fixed term period of months.

Working Pattern: Monday to Friday (including evenings/ weekend as part of the on call rota)

Start Date: Summer 5

Interview Date: TBC

For further information please contact: Sam Flynn, (Senior Operations Manager)

As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Preference will be given to staff with ‘Priority’ and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.

About Us

Stretching across Northern, Eastern and Mid Devon, we have a workforce of over , staff, making us the largest employer in Devon. Our core services, which we provide to more than , people, cover more than 2, square miles across Devon, while some of our specialist services cover the whole of the peninsula, extending our reach as far as Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.

We deliver a wide range of emergency, specialist and general medical services through North Devon District Hospital and the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford). Alongside our two acute hospitals, we provide integrated health and social care services across a variety of settings, including community inpatient hospitals, outpatient clinics, and within people’s own homes. We also offer primary care services, a range of specialist community services, and Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARC).

Our state-of-the-art equipment, leading technologies and strong links to local universities put us at the forefront of research and innovations, enabling us to provide world-class care to our local communities.

Our values are at the heart of everything we do, click here to find out more

It has never been a more exciting time to join the Royal Devon, as you will help to shape our services as we continue along our integration journey.

Looking after you is important to us.

We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies.

If you are starting out in the NHS, you’ll start with days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to days plus bank holidays depending on grade and years of service.

You will benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups.

We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team.

This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we will help you get there.

Salary is not the only financial benefit

You will have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers. You will also have access to other benefits including:

• National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.
• Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter
• Car lease schemes.
• The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).
• Cycle to work scheme

These are just a few of the benefits available – if the role is something you are interested in, we would love to hear from you.