Trust Clinical Fellow (StR higher) in Ophthalmology

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  • Plymouth
  • £65,048-73,992 per year
  • Contract
  • Full-time
  • 17 days ago
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Clinical Fellow to join the team of Specialist Registrars in our Eye Infirmary in Plymouth. There will be opportunity to work within Glaucoma, Medical Retina or Paediatrics.Main duties of the jobThis post is intended for applicants who are near the end of a postgraduate ophthalmology training, or practicing ophthalmologists with similar experience, who are looking to develop further their practical clinical expertise. Applicants with less experience could also be considered.This post will offer training and experience in the field of medical retina/glaucoma, but we will also consider other sub-specialist areas. We will provide cataract surgery training to interested candidates.About usThe REI has recently moved to a new purpose-built building, the three-storey unit will see an increased number of treatment rooms, expanded paediatric facilities and better access for patients.. The new site includes a dedicated high flow cataract theatre and will also see the addition of a third theatre. This third theatre will further increase our capacity to treat sub-specialities, such as oculoplastic, orbital and corneal surgeries where patients are currently waiting longer than we would like.The REI new build gives us the space and facilities to continue to develop an excellent future service, both locally and across the region as a specialist centre.2025 promises to be a big year for the REI!DetailsDate posted18 August 2025Pay schemeHospital medical and dental staffGradeDoctor - otherSalary£65,048 to £73,992 a year per annumContractFixed termDuration12 monthsWorking patternFull-timeReference number216-G3-OPH7377116Job locationsUniversity Hospitals Plymouth NHS TrustPlymouthPL6 8DHJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesFor further details, please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification.For an informal discussion or for more information, please contact:
  • Mr Fred Frimpong-Ansah
Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesFor further details, please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification.For an informal discussion or for more information, please contact:
  • Mr Fred Frimpong-Ansah
Person SpecificationEducation, qualifications and special trainingEssential
  • 4 years or more of Ophthalmology training FULL GMC Registration.
Desirable
  • MRCOphth, FRCS, FRCOphth or equivalent
Knowledge and skillsEssential
  • Competent to undertake unsupervised new and follow-up outpatient clinics.
Desirable
  • Good knowledge of retinal laser treatment
ExperienceEssential
  • Ability to work unsupervised. Broad experience of the management of common eye diseases.
Desirable
  • Ophthalmic sub specialty experience
Personal skillsEssential
  • Flexibility. Recognition of personal limitations and preparedness to seek advice. Good communication skills. Good clinical skills.
Desirable
  • An interest in acquiring ophthalmic subspecialty skills. An interest in teaching.
Practical requirementsEssential
  • Ability to work hours of the job and participate in the 1st on call rota.
Person SpecificationEducation, qualifications and special trainingEssential
  • 4 years or more of Ophthalmology training FULL GMC Registration.
Desirable
  • MRCOphth, FRCS, FRCOphth or equivalent
Knowledge and skillsEssential
  • Competent to undertake unsupervised new and follow-up outpatient clinics.
Desirable
  • Good knowledge of retinal laser treatment
ExperienceEssential
  • Ability to work unsupervised. Broad experience of the management of common eye diseases.
Desirable
  • Ophthalmic sub specialty experience
Personal skillsEssential
  • Flexibility. Recognition of personal limitations and preparedness to seek advice. Good communication skills. Good clinical skills.
Desirable
  • An interest in acquiring ophthalmic subspecialty skills. An interest in teaching.
Practical requirementsEssential
  • Ability to work hours of the job and participate in the 1st on call rota.

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