Vitreo-retinal Clinical Fellow

NHS; Leicester; On-site; GBP 62,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospital in Leicester invites applications for a Trust Grade Fellow in Ophthalmology, focusing on Vitreo Retinal services. The role includes teaching and auditing, working with a dedicated team and access to ongoing professional development. Candidates must have full GMC registration and a background in medical practice.

Qualifications

• Full GMC registration required.
• MBBS or MRCS is essential.
• Commitment to research and evidence-based practice desired.

Responsibilities

• Participate in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching.
• Management duties in a multidisciplinary team.
• Conduct clinical audits.

Skills

Good communication skills

Ability to cope in stressful situations

Enthusiasm and commitment to teaching

Education

Full GMC registration

MBBS/MRCS

Job description

Job summary

Trust Grade Fellow in Ophthalmology (Vitreo Retinal)Applications are invited for the permanent post of Trust Grade Fellow in the department of Ophthalmology with a special interest in VR.

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 VR

Please note, the job description contains an illustrative job plan, and the final timetable will be discussed and agreed upon on appointment, but a illustrative job plan is displayed in the Job description .

The appointee will join an active and enthusiastic team of 28 Ophthalmologists, and 6 specialty doctors both generalist and sub-specialist Ophthalmology services are provided within the UHL.

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

18 June 2025

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Doctor - other

Salary

£61,825 a year per annum

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

358-7131702-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

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

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)