Specialty Doctor in Ophthalmology

NHS National Services Scotland; Greenock; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent healthcare provider in Scotland is seeking a Specialty Doctor in Ophthalmology to join their team. The role requires full GMC registration and a minimum of four years of postgraduate training in ophthalmology. Responsibilities include managing patients and conducting outpatient consultations, alongside administrative duties. The position offers a blend of flexible working options to support work-life balance, with an emphasis on both clinical and surgical training. Interested candidates should apply by the specified date.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Supportive working environment

Qualifications

• Must have full GMC Registration and a license to practice.
• At least four years full-time postgraduate training in ophthalmology or equivalent.
• Must have both clinical and surgical training experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage patients and provide outpatient consultations for ophthalmology.
• Participate in administrative duties and SPA session time.
• Work at Inverclyde Royal Hospital and Vale Of Leven Hospital.

Skills

Full GMC Registration

Postgraduate training in ophthalmology

Clinical and surgical experience

Education

Minimum four years full-time postgraduate training

Job description

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is one of the largest healthcare systems in the UK employing around 40,000 staff in a wide range of clinical and non‑clinical professions and job roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health care services to a population of over 1.15 million and a wider population of 2.2 million when our regional and national services are included.

The shift pattern for this post is weekdays.

A 10 PA post as a Specialty Doctor in Ophthalmology is available from 31st October 2025. The provisional job plan includes sessions working at Inverclyde Royal Hospital and Vale Of Leven Hospital.

The contract is for 10 Programmed Activities, including administrative and SPA session time. The job plan and location of duties may be variable over the course of the contract period, in response to service requirements. Applicants must have full GMC Registration and a license to practise. Applicants must demonstrate adequate postgraduate training in ophthalmology (at least four years’ full‑time postgraduate training or its equivalent), both clinical and surgical. Additional Non DCC (up to 2 PA’s in total – Inclusive of 1 core SPA plus 1 additional non DCC can be negotiated and agreed between the successful candidate and Management depending on the time required to support professional activities and the needs of the service.

For an informal discussion, please contact Dr Soma Chakrabarti Clinical Director, on Tel: [phone] or Dr Ehab Abdelkader, Consultant Ophthalmologist and Lead Consultant, Clyde Sector on Tel: [phone].

Informal contact: Dr Soma Chakrabarti, Clinical Director, 07769461905, [e-mail]

Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service and the Recruitment Process: Information for candidates

As from 1st April 2026, the Agenda for Change full‑time working week will be reducing from 37 to 36 hours per week. Part time hours will be reduced pro‑rata. However, there will be a corresponding increase in the hourly rate so that pay will not be affected.

SPECIALTY DOCTOR must meet the following Criteria:

• shall have full registration and a Licence to Practice with the General Medical Council (GMC); and
• shall have completed at least four years’ full‑time postgraduate training (or its equivalent gained on a less than full‑time or flexible basis) at least two of which will be in a specialty training programme or specialty registrar locum appointment for training (LAT); or
• shall have equivalent training, experience or competencies, either in the UK or overseas.

NHSGGC‑NHS Scotland encourages applications from all sections of the community. We promote a culture of inclusion across the organisation and are proud of the diverse workforce we have.

By signing the Armed Forces Covenant, NHSGGC has pledged its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer. We support applications from across the Armed Forces Community, recognising military skills, experience and qualifications during the recruitment and selection process.

NHSGGC recognise the importance of work‑life balance and is committed to offering a range of flexible working options where service needs allow. For roles where less than full‑time hours can be accommodated, and the tenure is listed as 'various', we encourage applications from individuals seeking flexible working arrangements and this will be included as a topic for discussion during the recruitment process. Relevant HR policies on our HR connect site.

Candidates should provide original and authentic responses to all questions within the application form. The use of artificial intelligence (AI), automated tools, or other third‑party assistance to generate, draft, or significantly modify responses is strongly discouraged. By submitting your application, you confirm that all answers are your own work, reflect your personal knowledge, skills and experience, and have not been solely produced or altered by AI or similar technologies. Failure to comply with this requirement may result in your application being withdrawn from the application process.

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