Job summary

An excellent opportunity has arisen for the post of Glaucoma Clinical Fellow at the Royal Eye Infirmary, University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust , offering a 12-month fixed-term contract within our dynamic and expanding Ophthalmology department. We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic clinician to join our dedicated Glaucoma team, contributing to high-quality patient care and supporting the continued development of specialist glaucoma services across the region.

The successful candidate will work closely with our consultant glaucoma specialists at the Royal Eye Infirmary, gaining extensive experience in the management of complex glaucoma, including medical, laser and surgical care. The post provides a valuable opportunity to develop advanced clinical skills, participate in multidisciplinary team working, and engage in service improvement initiatives that enhance patient pathways and outcomes.

Our Ophthalmology unit delivers a comprehensive range of routine, urgent and specialist services. The post-holder will be expected to play an active role in outpatient clinics, laser sessions, theatre lists, and the on-call rota as appropriate. Opportunities for involvement in teaching, audit, and research are available and strongly encouraged.

Main duties of the job

This post is for a Glaucoma Clinical Fellow, supporting the continued development and delivery of high-quality glaucoma services within the department. The role has been created to strengthen clinical capacity within the glaucoma team, and there may be potential for extension.

The post will be based at the Royal Eye Infirmary providing core glaucoma-focused clinical activities including triaging referrals, managing outpatient clinics, delivering laser procedures, on call duties and assisting with glaucoma surgery. The post-holder will work closely with the consultant glaucoma team and wider multidisciplinary staff to ensure timely, safe and effective care for patients with a wide spectrum of glaucoma and ocular hypertension.

About us

We are a people business - where every member of staff matters and can make a difference. Patients are at the heart of everything we do. Joining University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust means becoming part of a team of dedicated staff, who are committed to leading the way through innovation, clinical excellence and great customer care. The Trust has great opportunities for career development in a highly progressive working environment. We offer all of this in a vibrant, modern city with a historic reputation for adventure. PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL COMMUNICATION WILL BE ELECTRONIC, PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL ACCOUNT REGULARLY. If you have any issues with applying online and need additional support including reasonable adjustments with the application process please contact the recruitment manager for this post who will put you in touch with the recruitment team. We recognise that work life balance is important for our colleagues and so we invite requests from applicants around less than full time/flexible working for our advertised roles. Please contact the recruiting manager to discuss this prior to your application submission. We commit to giving this full consideration in each case. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles, as diversity strengthens our teams. It is sometimes necessary to close vacancies before the closing date. If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been shortlisted.

Details

Date posted

10 November 2026

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Doctor - other

Salary

£77,348 a year Per annum

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

216-G3-OPH8391016

Job locations

Royal Eye Infirmary

3 Alpha Way

Plymouth

PL6 5ZF

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

This fellowship is designed for ophthalmologists approaching the end of their postgraduate training or for experienced clinicians seeking to further refine their practical and subspecialty expertise. Over the course of this oneyear postwith the possibility of extension to a second year for the right candidatethe successful applicant will gain advanced clinical exposure within ophthalmology, with particular emphasis on subspecialty training in Glaucoma. The role offers an excellent opportunity to consolidate highlevel clinical skills, develop confidence in managing complex glaucoma patients, and contribute meaningfully to a busy, forwardthinking eye unit. Appropriately skilled candidates will have the opportunity to run their own cataract surgery lists, while additional supervised training can be provided for those wishing to further develop their surgical competencies.

The postholder will work collaboratively with consultant colleagues to deliver a highquality ophthalmic service that meets national standards and waitingtime targets. They will be actively involved in glaucoma outpatient clinics, laser sessions, surgical activity, and multidisciplinary patient pathways, ensuring safe, efficient and patientcentred care. A key component of the role is a commitment to education: the fellow will play an integral part in the training and supervision of junior doctors, medical students, and nursing or allied health staff both within the Royal Eye Infirmary and across associated clinical settings. Engagement in clinical audit, quality improvement initiatives, and service development projects is expected, contributing to the continuous enhancement of departmental standards and patient outcomes.

This appointment is made under Whitley Council terms and conditions, with the contract held by the Trust. The post offers a stimulating and supportive environment for a motivated clinician seeking to advance their subspecialty training and prepare for senior or consultantlevel roles in ophthalmology.

Job description Job responsibilities This fellowship is designed for ophthalmologists approaching the end of their postgraduate training or for experienced clinicians seeking to further refine their practical and subspecialty expertise. Over the course of this oneyear postwith the possibility of extension to a second year for the right candidatethe successful applicant will gain advanced clinical exposure within ophthalmology, with particular emphasis on subspecialty training in Glaucoma. The role offers an excellent opportunity to consolidate highlevel clinical skills, develop confidence in managing complex glaucoma patients, and contribute meaningfully to a busy, forwardthinking eye unit. Appropriately skilled candidates will have the opportunity to run their own cataract surgery lists, while additional supervised training can be provided for those wishing to further develop their surgical competencies. The postholder will work collaboratively with consultant colleagues to deliver a highquality ophthalmic service that meets national standards and waitingtime targets. They will be actively involved in glaucoma outpatient clinics, laser sessions, surgical activity, and multidisciplinary patient pathways, ensuring safe, efficient and patientcentred care. A key component of the role is a commitment to education: the fellow will play an integral part in the training and supervision of junior doctors, medical students, and nursing or allied health staff both within the Royal Eye Infirmary and across associated clinical settings. Engagement in clinical audit, quality improvement initiatives, and service development projects is expected, contributing to the continuous enhancement of departmental standards and patient outcomes. This appointment is made under Whitley Council terms and conditions, with the contract held by the Trust. The post offers a stimulating and supportive environment for a motivated clinician seeking to advance their subspecialty training and prepare for senior or consultantlevel roles in ophthalmology.

Person Specification

EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & SPECIAL TRAINING

Essential

• o3 Years or more Ophthalmic training equivalent to that recognized in the UK oFull GMC registration and a license to practice oMRCOphth oFRCS or equivalent

Desirable

• oFRCS or equivalent

KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE

Essential

• oCompetent to undertake unsupervised new and follow up outpatient clinics. oAbility to perform cataract surgery under supervision. oAble to deal with general ophthalmology emergencies

Desirable

• oGood knowledge of Glaucoma laser treatment oAble to perform cataract surgery independently

APTITUDE & ABILITIES

Essential

• oAbility to work unsupervised oBroad experience of the management of common eye diseases.

Desirable

• oExperience in Glaucoma

DISPOSITION / ATTITUDE / MOTIVATION

Essential

• oFlexibility oRecognition of personal limitations and preparedness to seek advice oExcellent communication skills oGood clinical skills oEnthusiastic and approachable

Desirable

• oAn interest in acquiring ophthalmic subspecialty skills oAn interest in teaching

OTHER FACTORS

Essential

• Ability to work hours of the job and participate in the 1st on call rota ?Good command of the English language

Person Specification EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & SPECIAL TRAINING Essential o3 Years or more Ophthalmic training equivalent to that recognized in the UK oFull GMC registration and a license to practice oMRCOphth oFRCS or equivalent Desirable oFRCS or equivalent KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE Essential oCompetent to undertake unsupervised new and follow up outpatient clinics. oAbility to perform cataract surgery under supervision. oAble to deal with general ophthalmology emergencies Desirable oGood knowledge of Glaucoma laser treatment oAble to perform cataract surgery independently APTITUDE & ABILITIES Essential oAbility to work unsupervised oBroad experience of the management of common eye diseases. Desirable oExperience in Glaucoma DISPOSITION / ATTITUDE / MOTIVATION Essential oFlexibility oRecognition of personal limitations and preparedness to seek advice oExcellent communication skills oGood clinical skills oEnthusiastic and approachable Desirable oAn interest in acquiring ophthalmic subspecialty skills oAn interest in teaching OTHER FACTORS Essential Ability to work hours of the job and participate in the 1st on call rota ?Good command of the English language

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This 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 Sponsorship

Applications 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 Check This 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 Sponsorship Applications 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 details

Employer name

University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust

Address

Royal Eye Infirmary

3 Alpha Way

Plymouth

PL6 5ZF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.plymouthhospitals.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust

Address

Royal Eye Infirmary

3 Alpha Way

Plymouth

PL6 5ZF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.plymouthhospitals.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)