Specialty Grade Doctor Ophthalmology

Job Summary

NOTTINGHAM UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS NHS TRUST SPECIALTY GRADE DOCTOR - OPHTHALMOLOGY

Applications are invited from suitably qualified ophthalmologists for this substantive position. The successful candidate will participate in a full compliment of clinical care including outpatient clinics, high volume cataract theatres and Eye Casualty sessions.

The duties will be undertaken at the Queens Medical Centre Campus site of NUH.

This is an opportunity for a dynamic and motivated individual to gain extensive experience working within a busy ophthalmic teaching department that provides Eye Casualty, inpatient and outpatient services which include a comprehensive range of subspecialties. The successful candidate will be a key member of an enthusiastic team of medical staff providing a quality service to a busy department.

As part of our commitment to provide the best care to our patients, we will in the near future be extending our Ophthalmology service to include some evening and weekend work. As a member of the team you will be expected to participate in the provision of this extended service on a rota basis.

The appointee will be expected to offer a general ophthalmology service, including the delivery of high volume cataract surgery. The appointee will be encouraged to participate in management duties within the department.

NUH has a national and international reputation for high quality patient care and research, education and innovation. We have strong links to local universities. This allows for the provision of excellent training and education for students, as well as being a major research organisation.

• Access to Staff Wellbeing programme including free 24 hour advice and emotional support service, financial advice service, staff physiotherapy and staff support networks
• On site day nursery
• Amazon parcel collection points
• Secure cycle facilities
• Consultant car park on the QMC campus
• Spiritual and Pastoral Care Services
• Salary sacrifice schemes
• Cycle to work and travel passes
• NHS pension scheme
• Staff restaurants

Date posted: 11 February 2026

Pay scheme:
Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade:
Specialty Doctor

Salary: £61,542 to £99,216 a year 10 PAs per week

Contract:

Permanent

Working pattern:
Full-time

Reference number:

-VC

Job location:

Queens Medical Centre Nottingham University Hospitals, Derby Road, Nottingham, NG7 2UH

Please see attached job description and person specification for full details of the role and responsibilities.

Qualifications:

• Full GMC registration
• FRCOphth Part 1 or equivalent

Skills:

• 4 years at StR level Ophthalmology or equivalent
• Relevant ophthalmic skills including YAG laser / Retinal laser / Intravitreal injections

Communications:

• Evidence of good written and verbal communication skills
• Able to communicate effectively with patients, their families and other health professionals

Audit and Research:

• Evidence of participation in clinical audit or research experience

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.

Employer name:
Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trusts

Address:
Queens Medical Centre Nottingham University Hospitals, Derby Road, Nottingham, NG7 2UH

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