Specialty Doctor in Ophthalmology

Doncaster & Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals NHS FT; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 61,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS Foundation Trust in Doncaster is seeking a Specialty Doctor in Ophthalmology to enhance their service across multiple sites. The role demands strong clinical skills and supports further development in sub-specialties. We aim for a committed professional eager to collaborate with a diverse team and improve patient care. You'll also enjoy numerous benefits, including extensive learning opportunities and the NHS Pension Scheme, ensuring a rewarding and flexible career path.

Benefits

Extensive range of learning opportunities

NHS Pension Scheme

Generous holiday entitlement

Health and wellbeing support

Salary sacrifice schemes and discounts

Qualifications

• Must demonstrate clinical experience in all aspects of Ophthalmology.
• Eligible for full registration with the General Medical Council.
• Experience of clinical teaching and enthusiasm for postgraduate education.

Responsibilities

• Work with clinical team and partners to enhance the Ophthalmology Service.
• Manage patient care and collaborate with consultant colleagues.
• Participate in audit and research activities within the department.

Skills

Clinical experience in Ophthalmology

Sound clinical knowledge

Capacity to manage clinical risks

Teaching and training enthusiasm

Research familiarity

Education

MBChB/MBBS or equivalent

Clinical training in relevant specialty

Job description

Specialty Doctor in Ophthalmology

The closing date is 27 January 2026

Doncaster & Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is looking to recruit a motivated Ophthalmologist to take up the position of Specialty Doctor within Ophthalmology. This is an important post within the department and we are hoping to recruit an innovative and committed individual.

This is a new post and the post‑holder will continue to further develop the hospital's Ophthalmology Service.

You will be a highly valued member of the team bringing your expertise and skills to a busy Ophthalmology department. The post will provide an opportunity to improve and develop our already established Ophthalmology service.

The service is provided across three sites, Doncaster Royal Infirmary, Montagu Hospital in Mexborough and Bassetlaw Hospital.

Main duties of the job

The successful applicant will work innovatively with our clinical team and a range of partners to research, design and delivery within the Ophthalmology Service. Key partners will be the Trust A&E Departments, Optometrists, GP’s Nurses and Managers in the Integrated Care Board.

The Ophthalmology service has departments and theatres at three Trust sites (Doncaster, Bassetlaw and Mexborough), but whenever possible split site working within the same day would be avoided. Your individual job plan will be reviewed and agreed annually.

Secretarial support is provided at Bassetlaw Hospital, Montagu Hospital and Doncaster Royal Infirmary.

The successful candidate will be supported in developing their sub‑specialty interest. He/she will have a continuing responsibility for the care of patients in their charge and work closely with consultant colleagues for the proper functioning of the department.

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 the surrounding areas. Our services are based over three main hospital sites employing over 6,000 colleagues.

It is our goal to give those who join Team DBTH the tools and opportunities to grow their career, so whether you spend just one year or fifty with us, it's our pledge to help youDevelop,BelongandThrive,Here.

As an organisation that supports flexible working, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for us and for our patients, and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to support a flexible working arrangement. If it works for the service, we will do our best to make it work for you.

As an equal opportunities employer, we encourage applicants from all sectors of the community, particularly from under‑represented groups including those with disabilities, members of our ethnic minorities and LGBTQ+ communities.

Benefits

• Extensive range of learning opportunities
• NHS Pension Scheme
• Generous holiday entitlement in line with Terms & Conditions
• Comprehensive health and wellbeing support
• NHS Car Lease schemes and a range of salary sacrifice scheme
• Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping and finance through external providers

Job responsibilities

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

Person Specification

Qualifications

• MBChB/MBBS or equivalent
• Completed at least four years’ full‑time postgraduate training (or its equivalent gained on a part‑time or flexible basis) at least two of which will be in a specialty training programme in a relevant specialty or as a fixed term specialty trainee in a relevant specialty, or equivalent experience and competencies
• Must have or be eligible for full registration with the General Medical Council at time of appointment and continue to hold a Licence to Practise.

Experience and Achievements

• Must be able to demonstrate clinical experience and competence in all aspects of Ophthalmology
• Capacity to apply sound clinical knowledge relevant to the role
• Experience in making clinical decisions and managing risk. Knows when to seek help, able to prioritise clinical need
• Understanding current issues within Ophthalmology and the future direction of the specialty
• Understanding current issues within the wider NHS

Teaching and training

• Experience of and enthusiasm for clinical teaching of postgraduate doctors and non‑medical staff.
• Academic achievements/evidence of familiarity with research methods which have resulted in publications

Audit and Research

• Knowledge of Audit principles and evidence of participation in and completion of audit projects and the implementation of outcomes
• Critical Appraisal Skills
• Evidence of knowledge of research methodology

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.

£61,542 to £99,216 a year Per Annum Pro Rota

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