Consultant Ophthalmologist - Medical Retina and Acute Ophthalmology

Consultant Ophthalmologist - Medical Retina and Acute Ophthalmology

The closing date is 31 March 2026

The Manchester Royal Eye Hospital is delighted to invite applications for a Consultant Ophthalmologist post with a special interest in Medical Retina and Acute Ophthalmology to join our established and supportive team of 12 Medical Retina Consultants.

The successful applicant will contribute specialist expertise in Medical Retina, delivering services primarily based at the Oxford Road Campus, with activity also across three satellite centres within the city, offering a diverse and rewarding clinical role.

For candidates with appropriate experience and interest, there is an opportunity to undertake high-volume cataract surgery at our dedicated cataract centre at Withington Community Hospital.

This role offers an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking department with strong links to education, research, and service innovation, within one of the UK's leading eye hospitals.

Applicants should hold Fellowship of the Royal College of Ophthalmologists (or equivalent). A higher degree is desirable but not essential. The post is offered as a 10 PA consultant contract and includes a general ophthalmology on-call commitment. Applicants must be eligible for full registration with the GMC at the time of appointment.

Applicants must be included on the GMC Specialist Register via one of the following routes:

• Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT)(Proposed CCT date must be within six months of the interview)
• Certificate of Eligibility for Specialist Registration (CESR)(CESR candidates must have written GMC confirmation at the time of application)

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust is a leading centre of clinical excellence, renowned for pioneering patient care, advanced medical research, and a collaborative multi-specialty environment. We are the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester is the largest health academic campus in Europe - a great place to progress your career. With over 30,000 employees, a turnover exceeding £3 billion, and 10 hospital and community services, join our team to help us deliver outstanding healthcare to our diverse communities.

We offer an engaging and supportive environment, with access to state-of-the-art facilities and cutting‑edge technology. Research and Innovation are at the heart of our work, offering opportunities to lead research that shapes the future of medicine, working alongside experts, advancing clinical practice, and improving patient outcomes.

At MFT, we foster a culture where every colleague is valued and empowered to thrive. Your expertise is recognised, your ambitions are supported, and your impact is felt at every level. Whether you want to develop your clinical skills, pursue research interests, or seek leadership opportunities, MFT provides the ideal environment to achieve your medical or professional aspirations.

If you are dedicated to driving clinical innovation and delivering compassionate patient care, join us to shape tomorrow’s healthcare; where clinical excellence, innovation, and your career will thrive.

To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience you’ll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. So that you’re even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, you’ll need to take time to read the Candidate Essentials Guide that sits with the Job Description and Person Specification.

This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how we care for you as you care for others. Most importantly, it also contains critical information you’ll need to be aware of before you submit an application form.

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