Specialty Doctor - Ophthalmology
The closing date is 24 April 2026
You will join an enthusiastic and friendly department of Ophthalmology which is an integral part of the Division of Surgery at the QEH.
You will ensure the continued delivery of high-quality care to patients within the trust and to contribute to the further development of the Ophthalmology service.
Main Duties of the Job
* An average of 8.0 clinical sessions, including laser lists, IVT lists, medical retina and glaucoma clinics.
* Two SPA / administration sessions per week and opportunity to attend regular regional ophthalmic teaching sessions.
* Participation in the out-of-hours on‑call rota as first on‑call, supported by a consultant second on‑call, covering 7 days a week.
* Regular teaching and audit sessions and involvement supervising trainees in clinics and theatre when necessary.
* Perform additional duties in occasional emergencies and unforeseen circumstances essential for continuity of patient care.
About the Employer
The Queen Elizabeth Hospital King's Lynn NHS Foundation Trust delivers specialist ophthalmology services across Norfolk, North Cambridgeshire and South Lincolnshire.
Qualifications
* MBBS or equivalent medical qualification.
* MRCS (Full) or equivalent experience.
* ATLS or equivalent.
* Full registration and licence to practise with the General Medical Council.
* At least four (4) years' full‑time postgraduate training with at least two (2) in Ophthalmology or equivalent fixed‑term specialty training.
* Able to deal with Ophthalmic emergencies.
* Competence in pre‑operative and post‑operative management of general surgical patients.
* Meets the criteria set out in the Specialist generic capabilities framework.
Professional Values & Behaviours, Skills and Knowledge
* Practises with the professional values and behaviours expected of all doctors as set out in GMC Good Medical Practice and the Generic Professional Capabilities Framework.
* Demonstrates subject‑specific competences relevant to the role setting and scope.
* Clinically evaluates and manages patients, formulating differential diagnoses, initiating treatment plans and reviewing outcomes.
* Manages complexity and uncertainty in patient care, exercising senior autonomous clinical decision‑making.
* Critically reflects on own competence, understands limits, and seeks help when required.
* Communicates effectively, sharing decision‑making with patients, relatives and carers, treating patients as individuals.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. A Disclosure and Barring Service check will be required.
Employment Details
Location: The Queen Elizabeth Hospital King's Lynn NHS Foundation Trust
Salary: £61,542 to £99,216 a year (pro rata)
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full‑time
Reference number: 426-232-26MP
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