Trust Grade Doctor - Oculoplastic Leeds

This is a full time appointment for a Trust Grade Doctor in Oculoplastics based within the Ophthalmology Department at Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust. The post will be available from November 2026 for a period of 12 months. The successful candidate will join the Oculoplastics team in delivering specialist care for patients with oculoplastic, lacrimal and orbital conditions. The role includes outpatient assessment and management, elective and emergency theatre sessions, ward reviews where appropriate, and participation in the ophthalmology on-call rota.

In keeping with our role as a leading teaching hospital, there will also be opportunities to contribute to undergraduate and postgraduate education, clinical audit, quality improvement, research and service development.

Main duties of the job:

• Join the Oculoplastics service at Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust, one of the UK's largest and most progressive teaching hospitals, as a Trust Grade Doctor based at St James's University Hospital.
• Working within a highly experienced multidisciplinary team alongside consultant oculoplastic surgeons, you will contribute to the delivery of specialist oculoplastic services across outpatient clinics, theatre sessions and on-call care, while also having opportunities to participate in teaching, research and service development.
• We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic ophthalmologist with experience in oculoplastics, excellent clinical and surgical skills, and a commitment to delivering outstanding patient-centred care.
• This is an excellent opportunity for a post-CCT doctor or senior trainee wishing to further develop their subspecialty expertise in a supportive teaching environment that values collaboration, innovation and continuous professional development.

The Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust is committed to delivering the highest quality and safest treatment and care to every patient, every time. Our vision is to provide the highest quality specialist and integrated care.

Job responsibilities:

• The post is based at St James's University Hospital, Leeds, within one of the UK's largest and busiest ophthalmology departments.
• Applicants should have established skills in the assessment and management of oculoplastic conditions.
• Experience of independent outpatient practice and theatre work is desirable.
• We are looking for an excellent communicator with a collaborative approach, a commitment to high-quality patient care, and enthusiasm for teaching and service improvement.
• Applications are welcomed from candidates wishing to work either full time or less than full time, and job share arrangements will be considered.

Prospective applicants are encouraged to arrange an informal visit by contacting:

• Dr Gabriella Guevara, Consultant in Oculoplastic Ophthalmology, Email: gabriella.guevara@nhs.net
• Dr Bernard Chang, Consultant in Oculoplastic Ophthalmology, Email: bernard.chang@nhs.net

Why you should join our Team:

The Oculoplastics Service is part of the renowned Ophthalmology Department at Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust, delivering specialist care for patients with eyelid, lacrimal and orbital conditions across Leeds and the wider Yorkshire region. As a major tertiary referral centre and teaching hospital, we work closely with colleagues across ophthalmology, maxillofacial surgery, ENT, dermatology and oncology to provide high-quality, multidisciplinary care for patients with both routine and complex conditions.

Our team is known for its supportive and inclusive culture, where collaboration, learning and innovation are actively encouraged. You'll join experienced consultants, specialty doctors, trainees and specialist nurses who are committed to delivering excellent patient care while supporting each other's professional development.

What you will bring to the role:

• We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic ophthalmologist who is committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centred care.
• The successful candidate will have:
• FRCOphth (or equivalent) and at least four years of higher specialist training (or equivalent).
• Full GMC registration with a licence to practise by the intended start date.
• Experience in oculoplastics and the ability to manage a broad range of oculoplastic conditions.
• Excellent clinical judgement and a commitment to maintaining high standards of patient care.
• The ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team and build strong working relationships with colleagues across specialties.
• Experience of working in outpatient clinics, operating theatres and acute ophthalmology services.
• An interest in teaching, training and supporting the development of junior colleagues.
• A commitment to research, quality improvement and service development.
• Excellent communication, organisational and decision-making skills.
• A professional, flexible and collaborative approach that reflects the values of Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust.

Please see the attached job description for further information about this vacancy.

About Leeds Teaching Hospital NHS Trust:

Our Trust values The Leeds Way is working together to support each other and deliver the best possible care to patients. We are Responsible, Open and Honest, One Team, Kind.

Our Trust priorities:

• Our purpose: Excellent, safe and sustainable care for every patient every time.
• Our priorities: People, Improvement and Innovation, Partnerships, Outcomes.

Sponsorship Eligibility:

To comply with UK Government regulations on Skilled Worker sponsorship, Leeds Teaching Hospital NHS Trust is unable to provide sponsorship to applicants who do not meet the eligibility criteria or the salary threshold concessions set out under the Skilled Worker visa route. Please take this into consideration before submitting your application.

We reserve the right to close this advert early if we receive a high number of suitable applications. 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.