Consultant Ophthalmologist Paediatrics & Adult Strabismus

Main area Consultant Ophthalmologist - Paediatric Ophthalmology and Adult Strabismus Grade NHS Medical & Dental:
Consultant Contract Permanent Hours

• Full time
• Flexible working

10 sessions per week (Job plan is for indicative purpose only and the final plan will be agreed with the Clinical Director after appointment. As the service develops, evening and weekend work may become part of this post) Job
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Employer University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust Employer type NHS Site Royal Eye Infirmary Town Plymouth Salary £109,725 - £145,478 per annum Closing 19/02/2026 23:59

We are looking for a bright enthusiastic Ophthalmologist to join our expanding Ophthalmology department. This individual should have a sound general ophthalmic training and additionally should have sub-specialist training in Paediatrics and Strabismus.

The successful candidate is expected to be on the specialist register, or eligible to enter the specialist register within the next six months. They will be joining the largest ophthalmic centre in the Southwest Peninsula, with a catchment population of 500,000 and an extended area of 2,000,000 for tertiary services in some ophthalmologic services.

A working week for a full-time consultant is comprised of 10 programmed activities (PAs) each of which has a nominal timetable value of 4 hours.

We are the ROP treatment hub for the Southwest Peninsula. The candidate will be expected to participate in the existing rota for ROP screening. Previous experience would be desirable, but training can be provided onsite if required for both screening and treatment.

The job plan listed in the job description is for indicative purpose only and the final plan will be agreed with the Clinical Director after appointment.

As a teaching hospital department you will have the opportunity to teach, train and develop the next generation of medical professionals, as well as be involved in a variety of research projects.

You will work together with our established Consultants Miss L Dujardin and Miss E Gajdosova. Other members of the team will include doctors, advanced clinical practitioners, optometrists, nurses and ophthalmic trainees from the competitive Peninsula Deanery School of Ophthalmology. Being a good team worker and leader will be essential in the role.

We are a forward looking department and are embracing modern concepts such as the use of virtual clinics, high volume cataract surgery and the development of extended practice roles.

We have recently moved to our brand new stand alone REI Ophthalmic Unit by Derriford Hospital, where you will find room and excellent support to innovate in service provision.

Education and professional qualifications

FRCOphth, MRCOphth or equivalent

Full GMC registration

Entry on GMC specialist register

Higher research degree

Postgraduate prizes and awards

Other medical qualifications Experience outside specialty

Knowledge/Previous experience in subspecialty

Sub-specialty training (fellowship level or equivalent) in Paediatric Ophthalmology and Adult Strabismus

Evidence of ability to perform advanced subspecialty specific surgery.

Sub-specialty interest within paediatric ophthalmology to complement existing Consultants.

Attended appropriate courses/meetings in the last 3 years relevant to the specialty.

Understanding of NHS

Research & Clinical Audit

Understanding of research methodology and ethics

Experience in audit at local level

Interest in clinical research evidenced by publications and participation in research projects.

Presentations at local/ regional/national/ international meetings

Statistical Knowledge

Teaching

Evidence of enthusiasm and experiencing teaching undergraduates, postgraduates, and other healthcare professionals

Evidence of experience and ability in teaching

Supervision of projects

Training the trainers course or equivalent

Qualification in medical education

Communication & interpersonal skills

Ability to lead and work with a multidisciplinary team.

Ability to delegate appropriately.

Willingness to become part of existing ophthalmology team.

Communication skills, particularly in dealing with other medical teams and parents.

Prepared to put patients’ interests above all other.

Track record of leadership positions and with evidence of success withing those roles

Information technology skills

Management

Managerial experience demonstrating an improvement in services.

Attendance at recognized management course

Practical Requirements

Commitment to continuing personal professional development.

Flexible/Adaptable with any reasonable adjustment to take account of any local requirement or disability.

Full UK Driving Licence

• Sub-specialty training (fellowship level or equivalent) in Paediatric Ophthalmology and Adult Strabismus
• Evidence of ability to perform advanced strabismus…