Specialty Doctor in Ophthalmology (Medical Retina)

Job summaryAs part of the ongoing expansion and modernisation of the Royal Eye Unit we are growing our team to ensure we continue to deliver a high standard of care to our local community. We are recruiting enthusiastic and dynamic people to join our supportive and friendly team during this exciting time and as such, we are looking to appoint an innovative and high performing Specialty Doctor with independent out-patient clinic practice specialising in Medical Retina and Emergency sub-specialties. The department is a teaching environment supporting the educational and clinical development of junior trainees and non-medical teams (including Nurse Practitioners, ACPs, Orthoptists and Optometrists) to support their development within extended roles.This is an excellent opportunity to work within the Royal Eye Unit where our multidisciplinary team see over 70,000 patients per year. We offer a full range of hospital eye care services including specialist outpatient clinics, admitted care and an acute referral service for eye emergencies.This is a substantive role based in the Royal Eye Unit at Kingston Hospital. The post is full time, 10 PAs per week. There is no on-call element and the post holder will be actively involved in supporting the Acute Referral Clinic (ARC).Main duties of the jobThe post holder is expected to:oProvide clinical advice and where appropriate treatment.oHelp develop the service in accordance with Trust policy.oSupport the training and supervise trainees as appropriateo Demonstrate professional excellence and efficient delivery of care in accordance with clinical case load associated with the post.About usThe service-line has regular educational meetings and actively supports opportunities for personal development of appointed staff. Candidates must hold full registration and license to practice with the GMC.Applications from those unable, for personal reasons, to work on a whole time basis or a job share basis will be considered. DetailsDate posted09 September 2026Pay schemeHospital medical and dental staffGradeSpecialty DoctorSalary 63,696 to 102,689 a year pro rata ContractPermanentWorking pattern Full-time Reference number396-2827A-MS-AJob locationsKingston Hospital NHS Foundation TrustGalsworthy RoadKingston upon ThamesKT2 7QBUnited KingdomJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesPlease see attached job description for further information relating to duties and responsibilities of the role Job description Job responsibilitiesPlease see attached job description for further information relating to duties and responsibilities of the rolePerson Specification Qualifications EssentialMRCS or equivalentFull GMC registrationDesirableSpecialist QualificationsPresentationsPublications Clinical Experience EssentialHave completed 4 years full-time post graduate training, (or its equivalent gained on a part-time or flexible basis) since first obtaining registration including adequate experience in glaucomaEvidence of maintaining a portfolio of CPD evidenceCompetence in management of glaucoma, medical retina and cataract patientsAble to deal with general ophthalmology emergenciesDesirableTeaching of junior medical and nursing staffRegistered with the GMC as a specialist in relevant fieldAttendance at relevant ophthalmic training coursesCompetent in performing laser procedures Management Skills EssentialAble to communicate at a strategic and operational levelDesirableAttended management training courseKnowledge of finance/budgets Experience EssentialDemonstrable commitment and ability to teach and train undergraduates and junior doctorsExperience of clinical auditRelevant research articles in peer-reviewed journalsDesirableCompleted 'Train the Trainers' course Personal Qualities EssentialDemonstrate leadership skills within a multidisciplinary teamAbility to motivate staff, to facilitate appropriate changes in clinical practice and to work as part of a teamExcellent written and verbal communication skills, enthusiasm and approachabilityCommitment to continuing professional development and clinical governance Person Specification Qualifications EssentialMRCS or equivalentFull GMC registrationDesirableSpecialist QualificationsPresentationsPublications Clinical Experience EssentialHave completed 4 years full-time post graduate training, (or its equivalent gained on a part-time or flexible basis) since first obtaining registration including adequate experience in glaucomaEvidence of maintaining a portfolio of CPD evidenceCompetence in management of glaucoma, medical retina and cataract patientsAble to deal with general ophthalmology emergenciesDesirableTeaching of junior medical and nursing staffRegistered with the GMC as a specialist in relevant fieldAttendance at relevant ophthalmic training coursesCompetent in performing laser procedures Management Skills EssentialAble to communicate at a strategic and operational levelDesirableAttended management training courseKnowledge of finance/budgets Experience EssentialDemonstrable commitment and ability to teach and train undergraduates and junior doctorsExperience of clinical auditRelevant research articles in peer-reviewed journalsDesirableCompleted 'Train the Trainers' course Personal Qualities EssentialDemonstrate leadership skills within a multidisciplinary teamAbility to motivate staff, to facilitate appropriate changes in clinical practice and to work as part of a teamExcellent written and verbal communication skills, enthusiasm and approachabilityCommitment to continuing professional development and clinical governanceDisclosure 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 nameKingston and Richmond NHS Foundation TrustAddressKingston Hospital NHS Foundation TrustGalsworthy RoadKingston upon ThamesKT2 7QBUnited KingdomEmployer's websiteEmployer detailsEmployer nameKingston and Richmond NHS Foundation TrustAddressKingston Hospital NHS Foundation TrustGalsworthy RoadKingston upon ThamesKT2 7QBUnited KingdomEmployer's website