Overview
An excellent opportunity has arisen to join our expanding patient‑centred and supportive Ophthalmology department at Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. The role supports inpatient and outpatient transformation as part of a blended workforce, developing surgical, outpatient and macular pathways at Blackpool Victoria Hospital (BVH).
Key Responsibilities
* Provide direct clinical care across general and specialist ophthalmology pathways for inpatients and outpatients at BVH.
* Deliver face‑to‑face clinical sessions onsite or within a community‑based environment.
* Assess and manage a range of ophthalmology conditions.
* Educate patients and their families on conditions, treatment options and post‑operative care.
* Stay current with advancements in ophthalmology treatments, technologies and best practices.
* Commit to a 1/8 first‑on‑call rota and deliver in‑hours casualty clinics to support the Blackpool ophthalmic emergency service.
* Attend outpatient clinics, theatre sessions with consultant supervision and ward supervision of the junior team.
* Participate in outpatient clinics and macular sessions (AMD, DMO, media retinal, IVI), and support emergency ophthalmic service via casualty clinics, ward reviews and out‑of‑hours provision.
* Review referrals from other specialties regarding clinical management, rehabilitation and discharge planning.
* Provide timely care and management of patients within the ophthalmic directorate.
* Support transformation, clinical audit and improvement, and service improvement under consultant leadership.
On‑Call & Working Hours
The post includes a 1/8 first‑on‑call rota; additional out‑of‑hours service support may be required occasionally.
Training & Development
* Participate in training of junior medical staff and medical students.
* Annual appraisal by the respective consultant.
* Study leave provision available.
* Post holders with research interests will be encouraged to pursue research activities.
Eligibility & Skills
Applicants should hold appropriate medical registration and possess a clinical background in ophthalmology. Strong assessment and communication skills, ability to work autonomously within a multi‑disciplinary team, and a commitment to continuous professional development are essential.
This advert closes on Tuesday 13 Jan 2026.
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