Queen Victoria Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Ophthalmology Specialty Doctor

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Queen Victoria Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a dynamic and enthusiastic Specialty Doctor in Ophthalmology to join our Corneal Unit.
This post offers the opportunity to work within a highly specialised tertiary referral centre, managing a wide range of complex corneal conditions. The successful candidate will contribute to both clinical service delivery and the ongoing development of advanced ophthalmic care.
You will work alongside experienced Consultants and Fellows and be exposed to the latest surgical devices, techniques, and innovations in ophthalmology.
Responsibilities
- Assessment and management of complex corneal and anterior segment eye conditions
- Supporting delivery of complex tertiary-level surgical services
- Participation in theatre lists, depending on experience
- Contribution to outpatient clinics and multidisciplinary care
- Contribute to audit and quality improvement projects
- Engage in research aligned with departmental priorities
Essential Requirements
Applicants must:
- Hold full GMC registration with a licence to practise
- Have completed core ophthalmology training (or equivalent experience)
- Have existing NHS Experience
- Be proficient and independent in phacoemulsification cataract surgery
- Demonstrate sound clinical judgement and independent practice
We offer a supportive and collaborative working environment with complex and varied pathology and opportunities to further develop skills and surgical expertise. You will be part of the clinical team with a priority on the delivery of the service. You will take responsibility for your own training and development, QVH can offer you opportunities to further your knowledge and skills. You will work in accordance with the GMC Good Medical Practice and Trust policies and engage in revalidation and appraisal.
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Applicants should have completed their specialty training in Ophthalmology and fulfil all the competencies of the Royal College of Ophthalmologists Specialty Training Curriculum in this respect.
You will provide clinical experience in the diagnosis and management of anterior segment disease (Corneal/External diseases and Refractive) and General Ophthalmology including Oculoplastics and Glaucoma. You will be expected to participate in the diagnosis, management and follow-up of patients with all types of anterior segment diseases primarily and provide frontline General Ophthalmology and Oculoplastic service.
Service delivery is important and contributions to the wider trust as a medical leader in fields such as research, audit, management/teaching will be expected and supported by the department and QVH.
The ability to provide unsupervised cataract and cross-linking surgery to a competent level is non-negotiable and a fundamental requirement of the Post. Inability to provide this service may lead to the termination of contract.


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A centre of excellence, with an international reputation for pioneering advanced techniques and treatments. Everything we do is informed by our passion for providing the highest quality care and the best clinical outcomes.
At QVH we are proud of our achievements and our specialist services continue to record excellent clinical outcomes for patients. We regularly receive excellent results from patient satisfaction surveys and on average 98% of inpatients say they would recommend the hospital to their family or friends.
Our success is underpinned by the skills and enthusiasm of our staff and a strong culture of partnership. We are fully committed to training and development of the workforce with support for continuing education and learning.
For further details / informal visits contact:
- Name: Sue Cottingham
- Job title: Service Manager
- Telephone number: 01342 414000
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