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Job summary

Main area
Ophthalmology
Grade
NHS Medical & Dental: Senior Clinical Fellow
Contract
12 months (Fixed Term)
Hours
Full time - 40 hours per week (includes on-call committments and flexible session to backfill theatres/outpatients)
Job ref
218-T1-SCF-7916678
Employer
University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust
Employer type
NHS
Site
University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire
Town
Coventry
Salary
£65,048 Per Annum
Salary period
Yearly
Closing
22/04/2026 23:59
Interview date
18/05/2026

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Senior Clinical Fellow in Ophthalmology (Vitreoretinal)

NHS Medical & Dental: Senior Clinical Fellow

Job overview

Applicants are invited for the post of VR Clinical Fellow (ST7+) in Ophthalmology at University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire NHS Trust.

We are looking for a dynamic doctor for a post within a well-established Ophthalmology service, the initial term will be 12 months renewable thereafter. 

This post offers significant clinical and surgical exposure within the Vitreoretinal service. The post is suitable for those with a special interest in the VR service within Ophthalmology. Research and Audit is actively encouraged and supported in the department with ample opportunities. 

 

Main duties of the job

To activity provide and support the first class Ophthalmology & Vitreoretinal surgery services for the Trust working in collaboration with clinical colleagues in all disciplines to provide an integrated service for patients.

Responsibilities include VR specialty clinic, Acute VR clinics and VR theatres as directed on the timetable.

Ward duties may include attending ward rounds and examination of pre and postoperative patients. Further ward duties may be required as necessary, when any of the SHO's are on leave to provide continuity of care. Most patients are assessed in preoperative assessment clinics prior to admission.

Teaching is an integral part of the unit, with juniors doctors, medical students, orthoptic and optometry students rotating through the department. The candidate will be expected to participate in seminars and lectures for medical students, junior doctors and other professional or lay groups with health interests.

Working for our organisation

 

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire (UHCW) NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK.

We are extremely proud of our skilled employees across our hospital sites in Coventry and Rugby, with high quality patient care positioned at the heart of everything we do.

Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a national and international leader in healthcare.

By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities.

There has never been a better time to join our team.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

  • Independently assess, diagnose and treat and discharge patients in subspecialty outpatient and emergency ophthalmology clinics. Undertake ward rounds including examination of pre and post operative patients. Complete ward duties to cover leave and provide continuity of care.
  • Perform general and subspecialty procedures in line with abilities and support in theatres (e.g.. Cataract, lasers)
  • Providing referral triage, emergency and urgent diagnosis and treatment. Including Liaison with senior medical staff, either registrars, non-consultant career grade doctors or consultants regarding all cases requiring admission or general anaesthesia.  Assistance of senior medical staff with emergency surgery. Provide cover for colleagues on leave as indicated in the duty rota.  Performing duties during emergencies and in unforeseen circumstances at the request of the appropriate consultant, consultation where practicable with colleagues both senior and junior.

Person specification

Qualifications

Essential criteria
  • Meets all Essential
Desirable criteria
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Experience

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Knowledge

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  • Meets all Essential
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  • Meets all Desirable

Skills

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  • Meets all Essential
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  • Meets all Desirable

Employer certification / accreditation badges

No smoking policyAge positiveDisability confident leaderImproving working livesArmed Forces Covenant (Silver Award)Pathway to excellenceCare quality commission - GoodPregnancy Loss PledgeHeart Charter

Applicant requirements

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Application numbers

Please note: An application cap has been applied to this position. UHCW reserve the right to close a vacancy before the closing date if we receive a high volume of applications or if there has been a change in organisational priorities.

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Further details / informal visits contact

Name
Dong Park
Job title
Consultant Vitreoretinal Surgeon
Email address
[email protected]
Telephone number
02476966335
Additional information

Karina Spiess - Consultant Vitreoretinal Surgeon 02476966335

[email protected]

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