Triple West Medical are seeking a Specialty Doctor in Ophthalmology for a minimum 12 month FTC based in East of England.
Below covers everything you need to know about what this opportunity entails, as well as what is expected from applicants.
They are on an exciting journey of improvement - driven by their vision to be the best rural district general hospital for patient and staff experience in the UK. With over 4,000 dedicated staff and a budget of £220m, we serve the local communities a wide range of specialist and acute services.
The Role:
* As a Specialty Doctor in Ophthalmology, you’ll play a vital role in delivering high-quality, patient-centred eye care across a broad range of clinical services. You’ll work alongside a team of experienced Consultants and Specialty Doctors, providing general ophthalmic services through outpatient clinics, intravitreal (IVT) injection lists, and casualty sessions.
* You’ll also assist with vitreoretinal theatre cases and have the opportunity to develop your subspecialty interests — particularly if you have an enthusiasm for vitreoretinal work.
* This is a role that blends hands-on clinical care, teaching, and service development in a department where teamwork, innovation, and excellence thrive.
Brief Duties/Responsibilities
* Deliver comprehensive ophthalmic care within outpatient, theatre and emergency settings
* Run independent clinics including IVT, macular, laser, and follow-up sessions
* Support the consultant team in vitreoretinal theatre cases
* Participate in teaching and supervision of trainees and junior doctors
* Take part in clinical audit, quality improvement, and governance activities
* Contribute to the ongoing development of protocols and best-practice guidelines
* Engage in CPD and learning opportunities to enhance your professional development
The Department
* 5 Consultant Ophthalmologists with diverse subspecialty interests
* 2 Associate Specialists and 6 Specialty Grade Doctors
* A multidisciplinary team of Optometrists, Orthoptists, Specialist Nurses, Contact Lens and Low Vision practitioners, and dedicated clinical coordinators
Requirements
* Full GMC registration and licence to practise
* At least four years of postgraduate experience, with a minimum of two years in Ophthalmology
* Competence in independent cataract surgery and laser procedures
* The ability to manage ophthalmic emergencies confidently
* A commitment to clinical excellence, continuous improvement, and compassionate care
* A fellowship or special interest in vitreoretinal surgery is desirable but not essential.
If interested, please apply with your CV.