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Clinical Fellow in Medical Retinal

Kingston and Richmond NHS Foundation Trust

Kingston Upon Thames, KT2 7QB

Salary

£45,715 to £69,976

Contract

Fixed-Term

Hours

Not specified

Closing date

2 September 2026

2 days left

Job description

This is a full-time clinical post based at The Royal Eye Unit, Kingston Hospital, to provide elective and emergency care for ophthalmology patients as...

The post holder would be expected to

Regular clinical duties, based at The Royal Eye Unit, Kingston Hospital involve the management of ophthalmic outpatients which may include a community clinic close to the hospital, with support from a Retina Consultant.

Kingston hospital has regular clinics specialising in age related macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, uveitis, and general retinal disease

The post holder will receive training in the management of medical retinal disorders, including intravitreal injections and insertion of intravitreal steroid implants and retinal laser procedures.

The post holder will have the opportunity to attend weekly Retina Clinic at Moorfields Eye Hospital

The Fellow will be given protected theatre time to allow exposure and training in cataract surgery.

The post holder will receive training in the management of medical retinal conditions.

Provide clinical advice and where appropriate treatment.

To maintain their general ophthalmic skills, the post holder will have a regular Eye Casualty session at Kingston Hospital.

The post holder will be responsible for organising theatre lists in conjunction with the supervising consultant.

The post holder will be expected to support inpatient and ward referrals.

Help develop the service in accordance with Trust policy.

Support trainees as appropriate.

Development and staff wellbeing

Your growth and happiness matters to us. After all, we can't expect the best from you if we don't invest in your development and nurture your wellbeing. From the moment you join us, we're committed to fostering your professional and personal development within a supportive, empowering environment. Whether you're just starting your career or looking to advance further, we provide you with the tools and opportunities you need to succeed. We actively support colleagues to take part in research, quality improvement and innovation, whatever their role or level in the organisation.

To support your wellbeing, we offer an extensive range of resources, including an on-site staff nursery at Kingston Hospital, wellbeing practitioners, wellbeing classes, dedicated staff physiotherapist, comprehensive occupational health services, 24/7 employee assistance programme, and a range of other support and activities.

We also take every opportunity to thank and recognise the work our teams do, through weekly 'shoutouts' and patient feedback, monthly and annual awards.

Wherever you work across our organisation, we look forward to welcoming you.

Education/Qualifications

Essential

  • Full registration and a Licence to Practice with the General Medical Council

Desirable

  • Post graduate degree in Ophthalmology FRCOphth / FRCS or equivalent
  • Masters degree or diploma in relevant subject
  • Higher degree MD (in research) / PhD or equivalent

Clinical Experience

Essential

  • Completed an Ophthalmology residency or training programme in UK or abroad
  • Be competent to work in an eye casualty and deal with patients with acute ophthalmic problems
  • Have undergone basic cataract surgery training and have completed a minimum of 30 full procedures
  • Experience of intravitreal injections
  • Evidence of Organisational skill and/or experience

Desirable

  • Experience working in a specialist Retinal outpatient clinic
  • Evidence of Organisational skill and/or experience
  • Evidence of a completed quality improvement project

Experience in Training, Audit and Research

Essential

  • Experience in teaching / training of junior staff or allied specialities
  • Understanding of the principles of clinical audit
  • Understanding of the principles of research

Desirable

  • Evidence of completed clinical audit(s)
  • Relevant Publications

Personal qualities

Essential

  • Good written and verbal communication skills
  • Commitment to continuing professional development
  • Team player and able to work as part of a multidisciplinary team
  • Enthusiasm and approachability

How to apply

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Provenance

Source

NHS Jobs

First seen

26 August 2026

Last checked

27 August 2026

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About the employer

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Kingston and Richmond NHS Foundation Trust

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