Specialty Doctor (General Ophthalmology)

NHS; Leicester; On-site; GBP 59,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

The University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust is seeking a Specialty Doctor in Ophthalmology focused on General Ophthalmology, Cataracts, and Non-Surgical Glaucoma. This permanent role includes teaching responsibilities and working collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team to provide high-quality patient care and enhance departmental service delivery.

Qualifications

• Applicants must have full GMC registration.
• MBBS/MRCS required.
• 4 years of full-time postgraduate training including 2 years as an Ophthalmology trainee.

Responsibilities

• Participate in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching.
• Undertake management duties in a multidisciplinary team.
• Contribute to the General Ophthalmology and emergency service.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Ability to cope in stressful situations

Education

MBBS/MRCS

Full GMC registration

Job description

Job summary

UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS OF LEICESTER NHS TRUST Specialty Doctor in Ophthalmology (General Ophthalmology)Applications are invited for the permanent post of Specialty Doctor in the department of Ophthalmology with a special interest in General Ophthalmology, Cataracts and Non-Surgical Glaucoma for High volume low complexity working.

THIS ROLE WILL INCLUDE A MINIMUM A 1 CATARACT THEATRE LIST

This is permanent replacement post which will enhance the current establishment of NHS and academic staff of the Department of Ophthalmology.

Main duties of the job

The successful appointee will be expected to participate in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and clinical audit. They will be required to undertake management duties and work in a multidisciplinary team. The appointee will have a principle interest in Gen Ophthalmology and Glaucoma and Cataracts, they will be expected to contribute to the General Ophthalmology and emergency service on the Leicester Royal Infirmary (LRI) site and associated community hospitals.

Please note, the job description contains an illustrative job plan, and the final timetable will be discussed and agreed upon on appointment. This is a Service provisional role and while we support development we do have a cohort of patients to deliver.

The appointee will join an active and enthusiastic team of 28 Ophthalmologists, 7x Specialty Doctors both generalist and sub-specialist Ophthalmology services are provided within the UHL.

1x Emergency Eye Casualty session a week is mandatory for all posts within Ophthalmology. This post does include 1x Saturday operating session per month.

About us

Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).

We have four primary goals:

high-quality care for all,

being a great place to work,

partnerships for impact, and

research and education excellence

And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.

Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:

we are compassionate,

we are proud,

we are inclusive, and

we are one team

This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.

Details Date posted

17 June 2025

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Specialty Doctor

Salary

£59,175 to £95,400 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

358-7136926-MSK

Job locations

Leicester Royal Hospital

Leicester

LE1 5WW

Job description Job responsibilities

Please find further details of the role in the attached job description and person specification.

Applicants must already be on the GMC specialist register or within 6 months of the interview date have a certificate of completion of specialist training.

As this post is regulated by the Protection of Children Act 1999, The Criminal Justice Courts Act 2000 and / or the Care Standards Act 2000 an enhanced police criminal records disclosure will be requested by the Trust in the event of a successful application.

Further information about the disclosure scheme can be found at the disclosures website.

The University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust consists of three acute teaching hospitals serving the population of Leicestershire. It is fully committed to Continuing Medical Education for consultants.

Job description Job responsibilities

Please find further details of the role in the attached job description and person specification.

Applicants must already be on the GMC specialist register or within 6 months of the interview date have a certificate of completion of specialist training.

As this post is regulated by the Protection of Children Act 1999, The Criminal Justice Courts Act 2000 and / or the Care Standards Act 2000 an enhanced police criminal records disclosure will be requested by the Trust in the event of a successful application.

Further information about the disclosure scheme can be found at the disclosures website.

The University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust consists of three acute teaching hospitals serving the population of Leicestershire. It is fully committed to Continuing Medical Education for consultants.

Person Specification Qualifications Essential

• Full GMC registration
• MBBS/MRCS

Motivation Essential

• Enthusiasm and commitment to teaching

Desirable

• Desire to develop the post further

Experience/Ability Essential

• 4 years full time post graduate training or equivalent, at least 2 years as Ophthalmology trainee
• Career progression

Desirable

• Evidence of commitment to sub-specialty Uveitis

Management Essential

• Ability to work in MDT teams and supervise juniors
• Ability to cope in stressful situations

Desirable

• Evidence of management and administrative experience

Personality Essential

• Good communication skills

Desirable

• Leadership qualifications

Audit Essential

• Evidence of personal audit of own surgical outcomes

Desirable

• Completion of formal audit courses

Research Essential

• Understanding of and commitment to research and evidence-based practice in all aspects of medical care

Desirable

• Practical experience of participation in research projects

Person Specification Qualifications Essential

• Full GMC registration
• MBBS/MRCS

Motivation Essential

• Enthusiasm and commitment to teaching

Desirable

• Desire to develop the post further

Experience/Ability Essential

• 4 years full time post graduate training or equivalent, at least 2 years as Ophthalmology trainee
• Career progression

Desirable

• Evidence of commitment to sub-specialty Uveitis

Management Essential

• Ability to work in MDT teams and supervise juniors
• Ability to cope in stressful situations

Desirable

• Evidence of management and administrative experience

Personality Essential

• Good communication skills

Desirable

• Leadership qualifications

Audit Essential

• Evidence of personal audit of own surgical outcomes

Desirable

• Completion of formal audit courses

Research Essential

• Understanding of and commitment to research and evidence-based practice in all aspects of medical care

Desirable

• Practical experience of participation in research projects

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

University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust

Address

Leicester Royal Hospital

Leicester

LE1 5WW

Employer's website

https://www.jobsatleicestershospitals.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details Employer name

University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust

Address

Leicester Royal Hospital

Leicester

LE1 5WW

Employer's website

https://www.jobsatleicestershospitals.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)