Consultant Ophthalmologist Paediatrics & Adult Strabismus

University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust

Job summary

We are looking for a bright enthusiastic Ophthalmologist to join our expanding Ophthalmology department. This individual should have a sound general ophthalmic training and additionally should have sub-specialist training in Paediatrics and Strabismus .

The successful candidate is expected to be on the specialist register, or eligible to enter the specialist register within the next six months. They will be joining the largest ophthalmic centre in the Southwest Peninsula, with a catchment population of 500,000 and an extended area of 2,000,000 for tertiary services in some ophthalmologic services.

Main duties of the job

A working week for a full-time consultant is comprised of 10 programmed activities (PAs) each of which has a nominal timetable value of 4 hours.

We are the ROP treatment hub for the Southwest Peninsula. The candidate will be expected to participate in the existing rota for ROP screening. Previous experience would be desirable, but training can be provided onsite if required for both screening and treatment.

The job plan listed in the job description is for indicative purpose only and the final plan will be agreed with the Clinical Director after appointment.

As a teaching hospital department you will have the opportunity to teach, train and develop the next generation of medical professionals, as well as be involved in a variety of research projects.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • Sub-specialty training (fellowship level or equivalent) in Paediatric Ophthalmology and Adult Strabismus
  • Evidence of ability to perform advanced strabismus surgery.

Desirable

  • ROP screening and treating

Qualificaitons

Essential

  • Full GMC registraiton
  • To be on the appropriate GMC Specialist Register or eligible for admission within six months of interview.
  • Demonstrate evidence of a sound ophthalmic training equivalent to that recognised in the UK.

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 (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
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Closing Date: 24 July 2026

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