Consultant Ophthalmologist Medical Retina and Uveitis in Essex

Job summaryThis is a full time Consultant Medical Retina and Uveitis position.(10 PA sessions per week).You will be responsible for patients from Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust which consists of Multiple sites. Whilst your base will be Broomfield Hospital you will run clinics and theatre lists serving patients from all of the Mid and South Essex areas. You will be expected to run both face-to-face and virtual clinics.You will supervise juniors and fellows in clinic (face to face and virtual) and theatre. You will have the opportunity to develop the service and take part in research, liaising with Anglia Ruskin University. Teaching takes place every Thursday afternoon.The post holder will work with the friendly and enthusiastic team to deliver general and sub specialty MR and uveitis services for Mid and South Essex patients.You will be expected to set up and develop uveitis clinics and collaborate with other Medical specialities.On Call commitment:There is a 1:8 Category B (low frequency) 2% Consultant on call commitment associated with this post.Please be aware that we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a suitable number of applications.Main duties of the jobThe Consultant will, in conjunction with colleagues:Provide theatre coverProvide an Ophthalmic service in accordance with the agreed timetable and subsequent job plan.Provide 1 in 8 on call coverSupervise trainee staff within the Trust.About usOur ambition is to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and well being of our patients, and provide a vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.We aim to make the most of our skills and experiences so we can become the best we can be. As one organisation we will recruit the finest and retain more specialist staff due to more employment opportunities across our Trust.DetailsDate posted24 August 2026Pay schemeHospital medical and dental staffGradeConsultantSalary 113,565 to 150,569 a year Per Annum (Pro Rata for Part Time) ContractPermanentWorking pattern Full-time Reference number390-MR-SUR-BR-8470Job locationsBroomfieldCourt RoadChelmsfordCM1 7ETUnited KingdomJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesAre you looking for an exciting role using your unique qualities, then we want to hear from you.For full details about this varied and rewarding role, please see attached job description.We look forward to your application.Please be aware that we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a suitable number of applications. Job description Job responsibilitiesAre you looking for an exciting role using your unique qualities, then we want to hear from you.For full details about this varied and rewarding role, please see attached job description.We look forward to your application.Please be aware that we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a suitable number of applications.Person Specification Other DesirableOwn transport - NHS Salary Sacrifice Fleet car scheme is available Qualifications EssentialMBBS or equivalent medical qualificationCompletion of FRCO phth or equivalentFull and specialist registration in either AIM or GIM with the GMCHolder of Certificate of completion of Training (CTT) , or evidence of within six months of award of CCT or equivalent by date of interviewEligile for specialist registration within six months of interview Person Specification Other DesirableOwn transport - NHS Salary Sacrifice Fleet car scheme is available Qualifications EssentialMBBS or equivalent medical qualificationCompletion of FRCO phth or equivalentFull and specialist registration in either AIM or GIM with the GMCHolder of Certificate of completion of Training (CTT) , or evidence of within six months of award of CCT or equivalent by date of interviewEligile for specialist registration within six months of interviewDisclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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 SponsorshipApplications 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). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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 SponsorshipApplications 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).Employer detailsEmployer nameMid and South Essex NHS Foundation TrustAddressBroomfieldCourt RoadChelmsfordCM1 7ETUnited KingdomEmployer's websiteEmployer detailsEmployer nameMid and South Essex NHS Foundation TrustAddressBroomfieldCourt RoadChelmsfordCM1 7ETUnited KingdomEmployer's website