Specialty Doctor in Ophthalmology (Medical Retina)
Kingston and Richmond NHS Foundation Trust
Kingston upon Thames, KT2 7QBView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)
Salary
£63,696 to £102,689
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
30 September 2026
2 days leftJob description
As part of the ongoing expansion and modernisation of the Royal Eye Unit we are growing our team to ensure we continue to deliver a high standard of c...
oProvide clinical advice and where appropriate treatment.
oHelp develop the service in accordance with Trust policy.
oSupport the training and supervise trainees as appropriate
o Demonstrate professional excellence and efficient delivery of care in accordance with clinical case load associated with the post.
The service-line has regular educational meetings and actively supports opportunities for personal development of appointed staff.
Candidates must hold full registration and license to practice with the GMC.
Applications from those unable, for personal reasons, to work on a whole time basis or a job share basis will be considered.
Qualifications
Essential: - MRCS or equivalent; - Full GMC registration
Desirable: - Specialist Qualifications; - Presentations; - Publications
Clinical Experience
Essential
- Have completed 4 years full-time post graduate training, (or its equivalent gained on a part-time or flexible basis) since first obtaining registration including adequate experience in glaucoma
- Evidence of maintaining a portfolio of CPD evidence
- Competence in management of glaucoma, medical retina and cataract patients
- Able to deal with general ophthalmology emergencies
Desirable
- Teaching of junior medical and nursing staff
- Registered with the GMC as a specialist in relevant field
- Attendance at relevant ophthalmic training courses
- Competent in performing laser procedures
Management Skills
Essential: - Able to communicate at a strategic and operational level
Desirable: - Attended management training course; - Knowledge of finance/budgets
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrable commitment and ability to teach and train undergraduates and junior doctors
- Experience of clinical audit
- Relevant research articles in peer-reviewed journals
Desirable: - Completed 'Train the Trainers' course
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Demonstrate leadership skills within a multidisciplinary team
- Ability to motivate staff, to facilitate appropriate changes in clinical practice and to work as part of a team
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, enthusiasm and approachability
- Commitment to continuing professional development and clinical governance
How to apply
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Provenance
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First seen
9 September 2026
Last checked
11 September 2026
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