Specialist Grade Ophthalmologist

Job summaryThe post is comprised of 10 programmed activities (PAs), of which 8 are Direct Clinical Care (DCC) and 2 are Supporting Professional Activities (SPAs).The post is based across Northwick Park Hospital and Brent Cross, supporting delivery of glaucoma outpatient services across both sites. The proposed job plan is detailed below; however, it may be subject to change in response to service demand and operational priorities.The post holder will contribute to a combination of:Face-to-face glaucoma clinics at Northwick Park and Brent CrossVirtual glaucoma review clinicsAdministrative and SPA activityThe Northwick Park sessions include dedicated glaucoma follow-up clinics, working alongside multidisciplinary colleagues including consultants, optometrists and nursing staff. These clinics require a clinician able to work independently, as a significant proportion of patients require clinical decision-making and management planning.The Brent Cross sessions include high-volume follow-up glaucoma clinics and virtual review activity, supporting the development of remote patient management pathways and improving access to care.The post holder will work closely with the glaucoma multidisciplinary team to provide a comprehensive outpatient service to a diverse patient population across North West London. The role requires the ability to manage patients autonomously within agreed protocols, with appropriate escalation of complex cases.Main duties of the jobThe main responsibilities would be:Delivery of new and follow up outpatient clinics across face-to-face, virtual and telephone platforms.Supporting scrutiny of new electronic referrals into the Uveitis serviceMonitoring and resolving with patient queries via service's email inbox.Assisting with triaging of waiting lists as needed.Attending service level teaching when requiredSupervision and training of Glaucoma Fellows and other trainees at MoorfieldsParticipating in Clinical AuditsA provisional timetable is enclosed, but this will be subject to change in response to service demand.About usMoorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust (MEH NHSFT) was founded in 1994 and is the only National Health Service (NHS) trust solely dedicated to delivering ophthalmic care within the United Kingdom (UK). MEH, together with the University College of London (UCL) Institute of Ophthalmology (IOO), is the oldest & largest centre for ophthalmic treatment, research & education in Europe.With more than 2,500 staff we are proud to be supported by one of the most diverse workforces in the NHS. Every year we treat more than 700,000 patients at City Road in central London and at our 21 satellites sites, and, in partnership with the UCL Institute of Ophthalmology and Moorfields Biomedical Research Centre we lead one of the most impactful ophthalmic research programmes in the world.We train many of the leading eye care clinicians in the UK and internationally and have a global reputation for quality and professionalism in ophthalmic care. In addition, we also operate commercial divisions that provide care to private patients in both London and the Middle East.This is an exciting time to join Moorfields Eye Hospital. The pandemic fast-tracked a huge amount of innovation which is changing the way we work and deliver care. Construction is under way on Oriel, our new eye care, research, and education centre being built in Camden. The new centre will be flexible and modern, enabling us to bring together healthcare, eye research and education under one roof for the first time.DetailsDate posted23 October 2026Pay schemeHospital medical and dental staffGradeDoctor - otherSalary Depending on experience 96,990 - 107.155 ContractPermanentWorking pattern Full-time Reference number273-DN-8363515Job locationsMoorfields at Brent CrossBrent Cross Shopping Center Unit F6-F9 Lower Level, Prince Charles DriveLondonNW4 3FPUnited KingdomJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesThe Specialist Grade Ophthalmologist has a responsibility for the care of patients in their charge and for the functioning of the service, allowing for all appropriate delegation to and training for staff.They will be responsible for the day-to-day management of their clinics or associated consultants' clinics. Participation in episodes of shared care and to provide advice and support to clinicians in other services with regard to patients who may have a combination of ocular problems.All members of the consultant staff, honorary consultants and specialists are expected to contribute to the Medical Advisory Committee and to serve on other trust committees as required unless compelling reasons prevent this. All Specialists will be expected to participate in audit meetings.All Specialists are expected to participate in clinical governance and audit, to meet annual training requirements, and to satisfy the annual requirement for continuous professional development set out by the Royal College of Ophthalmologists. All Specialists will participate in the trusts appraisal scheme.Full detailed job description and person specification is enclosed.Please note: we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications. Job description Job responsibilitiesThe Specialist Grade Ophthalmologist has a responsibility for the care of patients in their charge and for the functioning of the service, allowing for all appropriate delegation to and training for staff.They will be responsible for the day-to-day management of their clinics or associated consultants' clinics. Participation in episodes of shared care and to provide advice and support to clinicians in other services with regard to patients who may have a combination of ocular problems.All members of the consultant staff, honorary consultants and specialists are expected to contribute to the Medical Advisory Committee and to serve on other trust committees as required unless compelling reasons prevent this. All Specialists will be expected to participate in audit meetings.All Specialists are expected to participate in clinical governance and audit, to meet annual training requirements, and to satisfy the annual requirement for continuous professional development set out by the Royal College of Ophthalmologists. All Specialists will participate in the trusts appraisal scheme.Full detailed job description and person specification is enclosed.Please note: we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications.Person Specification Education and Qualifications EssentialFRCOphth / MRCOphth or equivalent ophthalmic qualification.CCT in Ophthalmology or equivalent ophthalmic training (or be within 6 months of CCT date).Be on or eligible for the GMC specialist register or be within six months of entry.Full GMC registration (with a 'Licence to Practise').DesirableHigher Degree (e.g. MD or PhD). Further Training and Knowledge EssentialBe near to or completed Higher Specialist Training in Ophthalmology.Undertaken recognised Fellowship Training in UveitisExcellent general ophthalmic experience, including emergency care. Knowledge of Accident and Emergency pathways and proceduresDesirableReceived training in educational supervision as defined by the GMC.Received training in clinical supervision as defined by the GMC.Awareness of current issues affecting the NHS & UK Higher Education & the possible associated implications for Moorfields/UCL Institute of Ophthalmology. Skills and Ability EssentialHigh degree of clinical skillsTrack record of developing and submitting applications for research fundingAudit and research skillsTrack record of publications in peer-reviewed scientific and clinical journals.Ability to lead and co-ordinate clinical teams.Surgical experienceDesirableAbility to deliver results by effectively managing relationships with sponsors/funding bodies/collaborators/other university/hospital research groups.Ability to attract research funding Experience EssentialShould have received training in educational supervision as defined by the GMC.Awareness of current issues affecting the NHS & UK Higher Education & the possible associated implications for Moorfields/UCL Institute of Ophthalmology.DesirableExperience of public and patient engagement.Clinical leadership and management experience in developing and delivering new services.Management skills & experience.Involvement in clinical leadership roles such a participation in QIPP projects & service improvement projects.Excellent teaching & presentation skills.Management innovation experience Person Specification Education and Qualifications EssentialFRCOphth / MRCOphth or equivalent ophthalmic qualification.CCT in Ophthalmology or equivalent ophthalmic training (or be within 6 months of CCT date).Be on or eligible for the GMC specialist register or be within six months of entry.Full GMC registration (with a 'Licence to Practise').DesirableHigher Degree (e.g. MD or PhD). Further Training and Knowledge EssentialBe near to or completed Higher Specialist Training in Ophthalmology.Undertaken recognised Fellowship Training in UveitisExcellent general ophthalmic experience, including emergency care. Knowledge of Accident and Emergency pathways and proceduresDesirableReceived training in educational supervision as defined by the GMC.Received training in clinical supervision as defined by the GMC.Awareness of current issues affecting the NHS & UK Higher Education & the possible associated implications for Moorfields/UCL Institute of Ophthalmology. Skills and Ability EssentialHigh degree of clinical skillsTrack record of developing and submitting applications for research fundingAudit and research skillsTrack record of publications in peer-reviewed scientific and clinical journals.Ability to lead and co-ordinate clinical teams.Surgical experienceDesirableAbility to deliver results by effectively managing relationships with sponsors/funding bodies/collaborators/other university/hospital research groups.Ability to attract research funding Experience EssentialShould have received training in educational supervision as defined by the GMC.Awareness of current issues affecting the NHS & UK Higher Education & the possible associated implications for Moorfields/UCL Institute of Ophthalmology.DesirableExperience of public and patient engagement.Clinical leadership and management experience in developing and delivering new services.Management skills & experience.Involvement in clinical leadership roles such a participation in QIPP projects & service improvement projects.Excellent teaching & presentation skills.Management innovation experienceDisclosure 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 nameMoorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation TrustAddressMoorfields at Brent CrossBrent Cross Shopping Center Unit F6-F9 Lower Level, Prince Charles DriveLondonNW4 3FPUnited KingdomEmployer's websiteEmployer detailsEmployer nameMoorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation TrustAddressMoorfields at Brent CrossBrent Cross Shopping Center Unit F6-F9 Lower Level, Prince Charles DriveLondonNW4 3FPUnited KingdomEmployer's website