Consultant Ophthalmologist in Swansea

Job summaryDo you share our Health Board values; Caring for each other; Working together; Always improving? If so, we would love for you to come and work for Swansea Bay University HB.Applicants are invited for a full time Ophthalmology consultant with a specialist interest in Cataract surgeryThe post will be available from May 2026 and based at Singleton Hospital in Swansea where the successful applicants will joina team of 16 Consultants responsible for the provision of Ophthalmology services to the Health Board. The successful applicant will participate in the current 1 in 11 on-call rota at Singleton Hospital, with prospective cover. In exceptional circumstances it may also be necessary to undertake duties at other locations with the Health Board. Travelling as necessary between hospitals / clinics may be required to undertake such duties. Travel expenses will be remunerated according to the Health Board policy and procedures for claiming. The Surgical Specialties Directorate is an integrated directorate serving Neath Port Talbot Hospital in Port Talbot, and Morriston and Singleton Hospitals in Swansea. The Directorate also provides regional services to patients living along the M4 corridor in South Wales and to the population of West Wales.Main duties of the jobYou will provide a clinical service, with colleagues, which will include the responsibility for the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of illness. Working with consultant colleagues and the multi-professional team you will have continuing responsibility for the well-being of all patients under your care; allowing for proper delegation to, and training of staff. In partnership with clinical and managerial colleagues you will also have responsibility for the safe, efficient and effective functioning of the services in which you work in line with the values, operational policies and integrated medium term plan (IMTP) of the Health Board. You are encouraged to consider how services can be improved and to report any concerns about safety.You will be required to adhere to the principles of good medical practice as laid down by the General Medical Council.You will be required to participate in the Health Board's risk management process, clinical governance and any other healthcare governance activities within the department, the Surgical Division / Neath Port Talbot Singleton Service Group and the Health Board.About usSwansea Bay University Health Board has responsibility for the health of around 390,000 people in the Neath Port Talbot and Swansea areas, with a budget of around 1 billion and employing 12,500 people. We are a University Health Board working in partnership with Swansea University, Swansea School of Medicine, the School of Health Science and the Institute of Life Science. The HB has three major hospitals providing a range of services: Morriston and Singleton hospitals in Swansea and Neath Port Talbot hospital in Baglan, Port TalbotThe Health Board is part of A Regional Collaboration for Health (ARCH), which is a partnership with Hywel Dda UHB and Swansea University. Aimed at improving the wellbeing and wealth of Southwest Wales.Swansea is Wales' second largest city and sits on the five-mile sweep of Swansea Bay. An ideal base for exploring South-West Wales, there is also much on offer for visitors in Swansea itself. Swansea has a range of shops, cosy cafes, great restaurants, art galleries as well as being able to offer good outdoor lifestyle with its beautiful coastline and beaches on the Gower Peninsula. Swansea also has excellent sporting facilities including the Wales National pool and Swansea.com stadium home to the Ospreys and Swansea City Football Club.DetailsDate posted19 October 2026Pay schemeHospital medical and dental staffGradeConsultantSalary 114,099 to 166,585 a year per annum ContractPermanentWorking pattern Full-time Reference number130-NPTSSG10208SJob locationsSingleton HospitalSketty LaneSwanseaSA2 8QAUnited KingdomJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesFor more details in relation to this post please click on the supporting documents section to find the full job description and person specification. Job description Job responsibilitiesFor more details in relation to this post please click on the supporting documents section to find the full job description and person specification.Person Specification Qualifications EssentialOn Specialist Register with GMC as a specialist in OPHTHALMOLOGY or eligible for CCT within 6 months of date of interview and have passed exit exam or a statement of eligibility for registration issued by PMETB or a primary medical qualification and recognized specialist qualification from a European Member State which will allow direct entry to the GMC Specialist RegisterFurther relevant post graduate qualification in ophthalmology FRCOphthRegistered with the GMCLicensed to practiceDesirableTeaching qualification/Higher qualification in medical education Experience EssentialEvidence of an ability to develop effective working relationships, on an individual and multi-disciplinary basis with all levels of staff ("Working Together")Evidence of working with management and clinical colleagues to improve a service ("Always Improving")Values partnership with other agencies ("Working Together")Where a sub-specialty interest is required sub-specialty training should be to a level appropriate for UK consultant sub-specialist practice - fellowship or equivalent level experienceHigh standard of clinical skill and expertise in ophthalmologyExpertise in routine and complex cataract surgery proceduresExperience of participation in the on-call rotas and emergency cover Evidence of teaching and training of post/undergraduate clinical staff Evidence of initiating, progressing and completing audit Skills & Abilities EssentialEffective leadership; ability to take responsibility and demonstrate leadership when appropriateUnderstands the importance of effective Team Working with all levels of staff, take time to listen, understand and involve people; receptive to appropriate change ("Working Together")Understands and can apply the principles of Prudent Healthcare ("Caring for each other")Excellent interpersonal skills - ability to communicate effectively (written and verbal) with patients, colleagues, relatives and staff; communicate openly and honestly and explain things clearly ("Caring for each other")Understands information systems and technologyAbility to offer expert clinical opinion and decision making over a range of general ophthalmic disorders (in both emergency and elective cases).Ability to take full and independent responsibility for clinical care of patientsDesirableDemonstrates learning in Improvement science and methodology, ability and drive to use information and experience to improve the service ("Always Improving") Personal Attributes EssentialFlexible and adaptable to competing demands with the ability to work effectively under pressure and cope with setbacksAbility to undertake on-callA commitment to continuous improvement, with a positive attitude, seeks out learning, and continually develops skills and the service ("Always Improving")Enthusiasm to take a lead role in clinical developmentEmpathy and sensitivity: ability to listen, understand and involve people; see people as individuals Person Specification Qualifications EssentialOn Specialist Register with GMC as a specialist in OPHTHALMOLOGY or eligible for CCT within 6 months of date of interview and have passed exit exam or a statement of eligibility for registration issued by PMETB or a primary medical qualification and recognized specialist qualification from a European Member State which will allow direct entry to the GMC Specialist RegisterFurther relevant post graduate qualification in ophthalmology FRCOphthRegistered with the GMCLicensed to practiceDesirableTeaching qualification/Higher qualification in medical education Experience EssentialEvidence of an ability to develop effective working relationships, on an individual and multi-disciplinary basis with all levels of staff ("Working Together")Evidence of working with management and clinical colleagues to improve a service ("Always Improving")Values partnership with other agencies ("Working Together")Where a sub-specialty interest is required sub-specialty training should be to a level appropriate for UK consultant sub-specialist practice - fellowship or equivalent level experienceHigh standard of clinical skill and expertise in ophthalmologyExpertise in routine and complex cataract surgery proceduresExperience of participation in the on-call rotas and emergency cover Evidence of teaching and training of post/undergraduate clinical staff Evidence of initiating, progressing and completing audit Skills & Abilities EssentialEffective leadership; ability to take responsibility and demonstrate leadership when appropriateUnderstands the importance of effective Team Working with all levels of staff, take time to listen, understand and involve people; receptive to appropriate change ("Working Together")Understands and can apply the principles of Prudent Healthcare ("Caring for each other")Excellent interpersonal skills - ability to communicate effectively (written and verbal) with patients, colleagues, relatives and staff; communicate openly and honestly and explain things clearly ("Caring for each other")Understands information systems and technologyAbility to offer expert clinical opinion and decision making over a range of general ophthalmic disorders (in both emergency and elective cases).Ability to take full and independent responsibility for clinical care of patientsDesirableDemonstrates learning in Improvement science and methodology, ability and drive to use information and experience to improve the service ("Always Improving") Personal Attributes EssentialFlexible and adaptable to competing demands with the ability to work effectively under pressure and cope with setbacksAbility to undertake on-callA commitment to continuous improvement, with a positive attitude, seeks out learning, and continually develops skills and the service ("Always Improving")Enthusiasm to take a lead role in clinical developmentEmpathy and sensitivity: ability to listen, understand and involve people; see people as individualsDisclosure 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 nameSwansea Bay University Health BoardAddressSingleton HospitalSketty LaneSwanseaSA2 8QAUnited KingdomEmployer's websiteEmployer detailsEmployer nameSwansea Bay University Health BoardAddressSingleton HospitalSketty LaneSwanseaSA2 8QAUnited KingdomEmployer's website