Specialty Doctor Ophthalmology

Job SummaryThis post as a Specialty Doctor in Ophthalmology is suitable for a person who wishes to undertake a range of duties in the Victoria Eye Unit, Powys Hospitals and associated peripheral clinics. The Specialty Doctor post is for a full time, fixed term position for 12 months (with the possibility of extension), 10.0 PA career doctor. The timetable will vary, but focus largely on Glaucoma and Cornea patient pathways, as well as supporting Eye Casualty. The timetable will include a variety of outpatient clinic sessions, according to clinical experience. The department currently has 8 consultants and training in new skills is part of the post and we would welcome a flexible personality who is keen to develop.Main dutiesThe degree of responsibility given to the appointed doctor will be commensurate with his/her experience and managed by the clinical lead & consultant ophthalmologists in the Hospital Eye Service. The timetable will necessarily be flexible to fit with the needs of the service, out of hours commitment is not expected. Experience in delivering intra-vitreal injections such as Lucentis would be an advantage. Applications will be considered from candidates wishing to work part‑time.About UsWye Valley NHS Trust is a member of an NHS Foundation Group with South Warwickshire NHS FT and the George Eliot Hospital NHS Trust. Located on the border with Wales in the shadow of the Black Mountains, we provide acute and community services across Herefordshire and into parts of Powys and run Hereford County Hospital and the community hospitals in Bromyard, Leominster and Ross-on-Wye. We are a progressive and forward looking trust with ambitious plans to improve quality and integrate patient pathways through close collaborative working with our partners to deliver the quality of care we want for our family and friends. More than 3,500 people work for the Trust and it is a great place to work, blending the busyness of a DGH with the benefits of working in a beautiful rural and unspoilt county like Herefordshire. We can offer a great work‑life balance and have a fine tradition of working with staff to help them achieve their full potential.DetailsDate posted: 24 November 2025Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staffGrade: Specialty DoctorSalary: £61,542 to £99,216 per annumContract: Fixed termDuration: 12 monthsWorking pattern: Full‑time, Part‑timeReference number: 229-GT-SDMS-7225020-CJob locations: Hereford County Hospital, Union Walk, Hereford, HR1 2ERJob responsibilitiesFor further information on duties and responsibilities please see the attached job description and personal specification.Education & QualificationsEssentialFull doctor GMC registration with licence to practiseCompleted at least 4 years full‑time post‑graduate training (or equivalent on a part‑time or flexible basis) with at least two years in a specialty training programme in glaucoma or cornea, or as a fixed‑term specialty trainee in a relevant specialty, or equivalent experience and competenciesDesirableDRCOphth, MCROphth, FRCOphth or equivalentExperience of working in the NHSA specialist interest or skillClinical Skills & ExperienceEssentialExperience of a wide range of clinical ophthalmology with a focus on anterior segment diseaseAbility to offer expert clinical opinion on a range of problems both emergency and elective within the specialtyAbility to take full and independent responsibility for clinical care of patientsPersonal SkillsEssentialWillingness to seek timely assistance from senior colleagues when appropriate, and to establish good working relationships with staff and communicate well with patientsAbility to work effectively as a team memberEnquiring, critical approach to workCommitment to continuing medical educationDiplomatic and tactfulFlexible approach to work dutiesAbility to work under pressureAbility to work without supervisionReliable and supportive to other colleaguesAbility to work antisocial hoursFlexibility, curiosity and desire to engage with learning opportunities locally, regionally and nationallyAbility to carry out duties as set out in the job description competently and subject to any aids and or adaptations as may reasonably be requiredAccess to transport and ability to travel across hospital sitesDesirable Personal SkillsMinimum of 12 months doctors experience of working in the NHSDisclosure 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.UK RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.Employer detailsEmployer name: Wye Valley NHS TrustAddress: Hereford County Hospital, Union Walk, Hereford, HR1 2EREmployer’s website: https://www.wyevalley.nhs.uk/Seniority levelMid‑Senior levelEmployment typePart‑timeJob functionHealth Care ProviderIndustriesMedical Practices #J-18808-Ljbffr