Consultant Ophthalmologist – Glaucoma

Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and ambitious individual to join a dynamic team of Consultants at the Eye Unit of the Royal United Hospital.

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We are seeking a consultant with a special interest in glaucoma.

Main duties of the job

Applicants should be highly experienced cataract surgeons capable of high throughput surgery and able to perform other general ophthalmic surgical procedures commensurate with their experience and special interest. The post holder will be expected to do their share of general ophthalmology along with the current consultants as well as doing clinics and operating lists in their area of interest.

The post will be based at the RUH and at community clinics, providing care both face-to-face and virtually. There is a strong commitment to expanding virtual clinic capacity in the department. Peripheral clinics are currently provided in the following towns; Chippenham, Trowbridge and Frome.

The holder will participate in audit and directorate meetings and undertake administrative duties as required by the Lead Clinician of Ophthalmology.

A commitment to maintain professional expertise by attendance at meetings and courses is expected, and completion of diaries for CME is essential. It is also essential that you have an annual appraisal.

An interest in research and teaching is expected with participation in projects, courses, etc. to enhance the standing and role of the Department and Trust.Attendance at, and organisation of, meetings is expected.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • FRCOphth, Full Licence, GMC Registration

Desirable

  • Higher Degree

Knowledge

Essential

  • Competent to perform high volume cataract surgery

Desirable

  • A fellowship in Glaucoma

Skills

Essential

  • Experience of supervising junior doctors. Ability to teach clinical skills.

Desirable

  • Experience of supervising SPRs.

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
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Closing Date: 28 July 2026

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