Specialist Doctor in Ophthalmology in Chesterfield

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Main area: Ophthalmology

Grade: NHS Medical & Dental: Specialist Grade

Contract: Permanent

Hours: Full time - 46 hours per week (1 in 8 on call 5% supplement)

Job ref: 166-SS-8113818

Site: Chesterfield Royal Hospital

Town: Chesterfield

Salary: £104,401 - £115,341 per annum

Salary period: Yearly

Closing: 06/09/2026 23:59

We are looking to recruit a full-time doctor to take up a Specialist role under 2021 contract terms in Ophthalmology. The main base is Chesterfield Royal, which is a busy and friendly district general hospital, where you will work as part of our well-established ophthalmic team. The department has also developed good links and works collaboratively with local tertiary trusts in the surrounding area. This is a senior appointment for an individual possessing substantial experience in ophthalmology who will be given the opportunity to take an active part in the operational management of the department with colleagues and to the development of our expanding services.

We are looking for an individual with good general ophthalmic skills with a willingness to develop sub-speciality skills, and it is anticipated that there will be opportunities for the appointee to develop further a nascent sub-specialty interest within the role. Training and support for those looking to achieve CESR accreditation may be available following discussion of exact development requirements.

Main duties of the job: For further information please see the attached job description and person specification which gives a comprehensive overview of the main duties required for this role.

Working for our organisation: Our staff enjoy a range of benefits including on-site parking, local discounts, on-site Café and Amazon lockers. There is a cycle-to-work scheme along with electric vehicle charging points. A hub, dedicated to the health and wellbeing of our staff, includes rooms for mindfulness, gym and shower facilities and different programmes to keep you active.

Chesterfield is a thriving market town surrounded by attractive countryside, contemporary leisure facilities and extensive retail outlets. The town has excellent road and rail links, and easy access to airports. Derbyshire is home to the Peak District National Park and is an area of outstanding beauty. Numerous stately homes are within easy travelling distance. The Yorkshire Dales, North Yorkshire Moors, a number of coastal resorts and many historic cities are also close enough for day trips. Housing in the Chesterfield area is competitively priced and offers a wide range of choice, including urban and rural locations. There are several high-performing state schools in the town, as well as a number of excellent private schools across the wider region. In addition to local shops and complexes, the Meadowhall Shopping Centre is within easy travelling distance and is one of the largest and most up to date in Europe, attracting some 30 million visitors each year. The city of Sheffield is only 9 miles away and hosts two universities, one with a medical and dental school.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities: For further information please see the attached job description and person specification which gives a comprehensive overview of the main duties required for this role.

Person specification:

• Qualifications: MBChB or equivalent medical qualification. Possession of Post-Graduate qualification in Ophthalmology e.g. FRCOpth or parts thereof. Full registration with GMC and licence to practice. Completion of a fellowship or other qualification in an ophthalmic sub-specialty or special interest or willingness to develop sub-specialty interest in post.
• Experience: Minimum 12 years’ medical work (either a continuous period or in aggregate) since obtaining a primary medical qualification, of which a minimum of six years should be in Ophthalmology in the Specialty Doctor and/or closed SAS grades (or equivalent including overseas service). Experience of performing Glaucoma surgery techniques. Management experience or attendance at courses for senior mid-level practitioners.
• Skills: Clinical supervision experience/skills. Ability to advise on efficient and smooth running of specialist services, including experience of organising and managing out-patient priorities and waiting lists. Cataract surgery skills sufficient to support safe independent UK surgical practice. Willingness to undertake additional professional responsibilities at local, regional or national levels. Special Interest aligned with departmental operational requirements.

Flexible Working: Chesterfield Royal Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is committed to ensuring the safety of all our staff and patients therefore encourages and supports staff to be vaccinated against COVID-19 as this remains the best line of defence against the virus.

UK Points-based immigration system: Applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the United Kingdom (UK) are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. Please note that from 1 January 2021, to work in the UK all candidates who are not UK or Republic of Ireland (RoI) nationals require sponsorship unless you have permission to work via another route. Non UK / RoI candidates wishing to apply can self-assess the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship here Work in the UK - GOV.UK. It is vital that you provide full and accurate details of your current immigration status on the application form. Overseas applicants applying for entry clearance into the UK must present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided in continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants - GOV.UK. If you are applying for a vacancy in health or adult social care, you may be eligible to apply for the Health and Care Worker visa instead, which is cheaper to apply for and you do not need to pay the annual immigration health surcharge.

Communications: Communications throughout the application process will be via e-mail therefore please check your e-mail account and Trac account regularly. References are also requested by email (where possible). Therefore to speed up the recruitment process please provide an email address for all referees when completing your application form. If you require any support in completing the application form, please do not hesitate to contact the HR Support Services team on 01246 513177 and we will be happy to provide assistance.

Please see the attached documents and links in relation to working for Chesterfield Royal Hospital NHS Foundation Trust. In particular, the general conditions of employment and benefits of working for the trust. This role is part of the integrated health and social care community across Derbyshire, where there are many opportunities to work across different locations and providers developing new and different skills. Whilst this role is initially based in Chesterfield there may be future opportunities to be based at different locations within the health and social care community which we may talk to you about in the future.

Employer certification / accreditation badges: You must have appropriate UK professional registration. This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Name: Dr Duncan Farquharson

Email address: Duncan.farquharson@nhs.net

Additional information: Ms Seanie Moss, Specialty Manager, Ophthalmology, Chesterfield Royal Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, Tel: (01246) 516465, Opening hours: 8.30am-5pm, Monday-Friday.