Consultant in Ophthalmology Special Interest in Medical Retina
NHS
Doncaster,
England,
United Kingdom
Health and Care
Skilled Worker
Job posted on September 9, 2025
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Job Description:
Position: Consultant in Ophthalmology with a Special Interest in Medical Retina
Overview Doncaster & Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is looking to recruit a motivated Ophthalmology Consultant to join our dedicated and professional multi-disciplinary ophthalmic team Medical Retina. Applicants will be expected to have broad general Ophthalmology experience with a proven track record of cataract surgery. You will be a highly valued member of the team bringing your expertise and skills to a busy Ophthalmology department.
The appointee will be an addition to the team of 8 Consultants currently in post. Following this recruitment drive we expect the Consultant Team to be 10. The service is provided across 3 sites:
Doncaster Royal Infirmary, Montagu Hospital in Mexborough and Bassetlaw Hospital.ResponsibilitiesThe Ophthalmology service has departments and theatres at three Trust sites (Doncaster, Bassetlaw and Mexborough). When possible, split-site working within the same day would be avoided. Most consultants would work at Doncaster and any one of the other two sites. Your individual job plan will be reviewed and agreed annually. The service has an on-call rota. The Consultants are 2nd on call.
On-call is classed as Category A and currently operates on a 1:8 rota, increasing to 1:9 when the current phase of recruitment is complete. The SAS grade includes 1 Associate Specialist and 6 specialty doctors, and there are 2 specialty trainees (ST4-7) from the south Yorkshire deanery. The SAS doctors and Trainees provide the first on-call cover at 1:9 rota.
The service is committed to a strong training culture with protected theatre sessions and regular Consultant-led teaching on Friday afternoons with SPA time allocated. Secretarial support is provided at Bassetlaw Hospital, Montagu Hospital and Doncaster Royal Infirmary. About us Doncaster & Bassetlaw NHS FT is one of Yorkshire's leading acute trusts, serving a population of more than 420,000 across South Yorkshire, North Nottinghamshire, and the surrounding areas. Our services are based over three main hospital sites employing over 6,000 colleagues. We are committed to developing our team and offer flexible working where possible.BenefitsWe offer a range of benefits including: extensive learning opportunities, NHS Pension Scheme, generous holiday entitlement, comprehensive health and wellbeing support, NHS Car Lease schemes and salary sacrifice, and discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping and finance through external providers.QualificationsEssential – FRCOphth or equivalent; must be on the specialist register for Ophthalmology or within 6 months of being admitted for trainees; evidence required prior to commencement; must have completed, or be within 6 months of completing, a 12-month RCOphth recognised clinical fellowship, ASTO, or equivalent; must hold a Licence to Practise.
Desirable – Relevant higher degree.Experience and TeachingEssential – High level clinical experience and competence in all aspects of Ophthalmology; capable of independent cataract surgery and supervising trainees; able to offer expert clinical opinions; understanding of current issues in Ophthalmology and the NHS.
Desirable – Attendance at a recognised management course; ability to lead across professions; wide experience in Ophthalmology.
Teaching – Experience and enthusiasm for clinical teaching of postgraduate doctors and non-medical staff.
Desirable – Academic achievements, research familiarity, supervision training, teaching qualifications.Other DetailsDisclosure and Barring Service Check:
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. A Disclosure submission will be made.
Certificate of Sponsorship:
Applications from job seekers who require Skilled Worker sponsorship will be considered alongside all other applications. For details visit the UK Visas and Immigration website. UK Registration:
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. See NHS Careers website for more information.Employer DetailsEmployer:
Doncaster & Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals NHS FT Address:
Armthorpe Road, Doncaster, DN2 5LT#J-18808-Ljbffr
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Overview Doncaster & Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is looking to recruit a motivated Ophthalmology Consultant to join our dedicated and professional multi-disciplinary ophthalmic team Medical Retina. Applicants will be expected to have broad general Ophthalmology experience with a proven track record of cataract surgery. You will be a highly valued member of the team bringing your expertise and skills to a busy Ophthalmology department.
The appointee will be an addition to the team of 8 Consultants currently in post. Following this recruitment drive we expect the Consultant Team to be 10. The service is provided across 3 sites:
Doncaster Royal Infirmary, Montagu Hospital in Mexborough and Bassetlaw Hospital.ResponsibilitiesThe Ophthalmology service has departments and theatres at three Trust sites (Doncaster, Bassetlaw and Mexborough). When possible, split-site working within the same day would be avoided. Most consultants would work at Doncaster and any one of the other two sites. Your individual job plan will be reviewed and agreed annually. The service has an on-call rota. The Consultants are 2nd on call.
On-call is classed as Category A and currently operates on a 1:8 rota, increasing to 1:9 when the current phase of recruitment is complete. The SAS grade includes 1 Associate Specialist and 6 specialty doctors, and there are 2 specialty trainees (ST4-7) from the south Yorkshire deanery. The SAS doctors and Trainees provide the first on-call cover at 1:9 rota.
The service is committed to a strong training culture with protected theatre sessions and regular Consultant-led teaching on Friday afternoons with SPA time allocated. Secretarial support is provided at Bassetlaw Hospital, Montagu Hospital and Doncaster Royal Infirmary. About us Doncaster & Bassetlaw NHS FT is one of Yorkshire's leading acute trusts, serving a population of more than 420,000 across South Yorkshire, North Nottinghamshire, and the surrounding areas. Our services are based over three main hospital sites employing over 6,000 colleagues. We are committed to developing our team and offer flexible working where possible.BenefitsWe offer a range of benefits including: extensive learning opportunities, NHS Pension Scheme, generous holiday entitlement, comprehensive health and wellbeing support, NHS Car Lease schemes and salary sacrifice, and discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping and finance through external providers.QualificationsEssential – FRCOphth or equivalent; must be on the specialist register for Ophthalmology or within 6 months of being admitted for trainees; evidence required prior to commencement; must have completed, or be within 6 months of completing, a 12-month RCOphth recognised clinical fellowship, ASTO, or equivalent; must hold a Licence to Practise.
Desirable – Relevant higher degree.Experience and TeachingEssential – High level clinical experience and competence in all aspects of Ophthalmology; capable of independent cataract surgery and supervising trainees; able to offer expert clinical opinions; understanding of current issues in Ophthalmology and the NHS.
Desirable – Attendance at a recognised management course; ability to lead across professions; wide experience in Ophthalmology.
Teaching – Experience and enthusiasm for clinical teaching of postgraduate doctors and non-medical staff.
Desirable – Academic achievements, research familiarity, supervision training, teaching qualifications.Other DetailsDisclosure and Barring Service Check:
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. A Disclosure submission will be made.
Certificate of Sponsorship:
Applications from job seekers who require Skilled Worker sponsorship will be considered alongside all other applications. For details visit the UK Visas and Immigration website. UK Registration:
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. See NHS Careers website for more information.Employer DetailsEmployer:
Doncaster & Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals NHS FT Address:
Armthorpe Road, Doncaster, DN2 5LT#J-18808-Ljbffr