Job Summary
Hywel Dda University Health Board's Ophthalmology Department delivers a high‑quality, comprehensive service to the communities of Carmarthenshire, Pembrokeshire, and Ceredigion. This brand‑new post offers an exciting opportunity to join a vibrant, forward‑thinking team committed to developing and expanding ophthalmic services across the Health Board. You will work closely with a supportive group of Ophthalmology Consultants and an experienced Management Team as we continue to enhance and modernise our service.
We are delighted to offer two permanent Specialty Doctor positions, based primarily at either Bronglais General Hospital or Glangwili General Hospital. Some cross‑site or off‑site working may be included as part of your agreed job plan. These posts are ideal for international candidates with substantial ophthalmology experience seeking their first UK role, as well as UK‑based doctors looking to build their career in one of the most beautiful regions of the country.
Our Medical Team Currently Includes
* 5 Consultant Ophthalmologists
* 2 Locum Consultant Ophthalmologists
* 3 Consultant vacancies
* 3 visiting Consultants
* 10 Specialty Doctors in post
* 2 Specialty Doctor vacancies
Main duties of the job
As a Specialty Doctor in Ophthalmology, you will be involved in a broad spectrum of clinical activity, including:
* Managing a wide range of ophthalmic conditions
* Performing high‑volume cataract surgery
* Delivering intravitreal therapy (IVT)
* Providing care within the emergency eye casualty service
You will play a key role in delivering ophthalmic care to both hospital and community patients, contributing to the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of ophthalmic and related conditions.
The post includes participation in a 1:8 on‑call rota during weekdays and weekends, providing essential cover across the entire Health Board catchment area.
About Us
Hywel Dda University Health Board plans and provides NHS healthcare services for people living in Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, Pembrokeshire, and bordering counties. We have over 13,000 staff and together we provide primary, community, in‑hospital, mental health and learning disabilities services. We work in partnership with the three local authorities, as well as public, private and third sector colleagues, including our valued team of volunteers.
Our Services Are Provided In
* Four main hospitals: Bronglais Hospital in Aberystwyth; Glangwili Hospital in Carmarthen; Prince Philip Hospital in Llanelli; and Withybush Hospital in Haverfordwest
* Five community hospitals: Amman Valley and Llandovery hospitals in Carmarthenshire; Tregaron Hospital in Ceredigion; and Tenby and South Pembrokeshire hospitals in Pembrokeshire
* Two integrated care centres: Aberaeron and Cardigan in Ceredigion, and several other community settings
* 47 general practices (six of which are health board managed practices); dental practices (including four orthodontic); 97 community pharmacies; 43 general ophthalmic practices; and 8 ophthalmic domiciliary providers
* Numerous mental health and learning disabilities services
Details
Date posted: 04 February 2026
Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade: Specialty Doctor
Salary: Depending on experience £62,117 - £99,216 per annum
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 100-MED-CEN-012
Job locations: Glangwili General Hospital, Dolgwili Road, Carmarthen, SA31 2AF
Job Description
The Health Board is committed to supporting its staff to fully embrace the need for bilingualism thereby enhancing patient and service user experiences. In our commitment to increase the number of staff who are able to communicate in Welsh with patients and professionals, we welcome applications from Welsh speakers. The ability to communicate in Welsh is desirable for this post. If you do not meet the Welsh Language requirements specified, the Health Board offers a variety of learning options and staff support to help you meet these minimal desirable requirements during the course of your employment with us.
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Person Specification
Essential
Qualifications and Knowledge
* Full GMC Registration and Licence to Practice.
* Valid Certified Advanced Life Support.
Clinical Governance
* Participation in clinical audit (or quality improvement project) and understanding role of audit in improving medical practice
Experience
* Shall have completed at least four years' full‑time postgraduate training (or its equivalent gained on a part‑time or flexible basis) at least two of which will be in a specialty training programme in a relevant specialty or as a fixed term specialty trainee in a relevant specialty; or shall have equivalent experience and competencies.
* Able to demonstrate core competencies and clinical skills relevant to the post.
Teaching
* Willingness to teach all grades of professional multidisciplinary staff.
Other
* Ability to travel between sites in a timely manner
* Flexible approach to the needs of the service
Desirable
Qualifications and Knowledge
* Additional clinical qualification(s).
* Evidence of working towards membership of the Royal College.
Clinical Governance
* Knowledge of risk management.
* Knowledge of annual job planning/appraisal review process.
Experience
* NHS Experience.
* Able to demonstrate evidence of leading a team.
Teaching
* Evidence of organising programmes and teaching medical students and resident doctors.
Other
* Welsh Speaker (Level 1)
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.
Employer details
Hywel Dda University Health Board
Glangwili General Hospital
Dolgwili Road, Carmarthen, SA31 2AF
Website: https://hduhb.nhs.wales/
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