Specialty Doctor in Ophthalmology | University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust

UHCW NHS Trust; Coventry; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Coventry is seeking a skilled ophthalmologist for a permanent role offering significant clinical, laser, and surgical exposure. The position requires undertaking outpatient activities, emergency duties, and independent theatre sessions. Candidates should possess excellent relational skills, flexibility, and a self-motivated attitude towards patient care. Join a team renowned for research and innovation in modern healthcare facilities.

Benefits

Learning and development opportunities

Support for research and audit

Qualifications

• Ability to form effective relationships with staff and external colleagues.
• Flexibility and adaptability to different situations.
• Self-motivated with organizational skills.
• Confidence in delivering ophthalmology services.
• Sympathy and understanding towards patients and relatives.

Responsibilities

• Undertake general, specialist, and cataract clinics.
• Provide referral triage and assist with emergency surgeries.
• Support in theatres and undertake independent theatre sessions.
• Attend ward rounds and provide continuity of care.

Skills

Form effective relationships with staff

Be adaptable

Self-motivated

Deliver ophthalmology services confidently

Understand and sympathize with patients

Job description

Potential Interview 10th January 2026

N.B. We reserve the right to close a vacancy before the closing date if we receive a high volume of applications or if there has been a change in organisational priorities.

This post offers significant clinical, laser and surgical exposure with opportunity to develop subspecialty experience. The post is also suitable for those seeking to gain CESR and varied subspecialty experience. The post offers independent surgical, laser and clinical sessions. Research and audit are actively encouraged and supported in the department with ample opportunities. The post is for a permanent contract.

The post is offered with a job plan of 10 Professional Activities (PAs). On‑call duties (1:8-1:9) are offered based on relevant experience and departmental need.

Informal enquiries should be made to Mr N. P. Manjunatha (medical staffing lead) on 02476966498 or Professor Harpreet Ahluwalia (clinical lead for Ophthalmology) on 02476 966506.

Responsibilities

• Outpatient activity – undertake general, specialist, cataract clinics.
• EERS/Emergency Duties (Eye Emergency Referral Service) – provide referral triage, emergency and urgent diagnosis and treatment, liaison with senior medical staff, assist with emergency surgery, cover for colleagues on leave, and provide on‑call support.
• Theatre activity – support in theatres and undertake independent theatre sessions in line with abilities.
• Ward rounds – attend ward rounds and examine pre‑ and post‑operative patients, cover leave and provide continuity of care.

Qualifications & Personal Attributes

The person for this role will be able to:

• Form effective relationships with staff and external colleagues.
• Be flexible and able to adapt to different situations.
• Be self‑motivated and able to organise own workload.
• Be confident and self‑assured in delivering ophthalmology services.
• Relate to patients/relatives in an understanding and sympathetic manner.

About the Trust

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire (UHCW) NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK. We are extremely proud of our skilled employees across our hospital sites in Coventry and Rugby, with high quality patient care positioned at the heart of everything we do.

Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a national and international leader in healthcare. By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities.

There has never been a better time to join our team.

This advert closes on Thursday 11 Dec 2025.