Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust

Ophthalmology- Specialty doctor

The closing date is 21 August 2025

Job summary

We have an exciting opportunity at Royal Berkshire Hospital NHS foundation trust for Locum specialty doctor with special interest in Paediatric Ophthalmology. This post has become available through the retirement of the current post-holder. The post will be mainly based at Prince Charles eye unit at Windsor.

This post is part time (8PA's) and the candidate is expected to working with other Consultant Ophthalmologist colleagues. This post involves active participation in the busy Paediatric Ophthalmology service at PCEU including paediatric ophthalmology clinic, refractions and casualty clinics. There is no regular commitment for theatre lists. However this can be considered as an option depending on surgical experience of candidate.

The Paediatric Ophthalmology service has an experienced team of Orthoptists, Optometrists & Nurses from whom the successful candidate will have full support. GMC Registration with a license to practice is essential.

Main duties of the job

The Duties outlined below are not definitive and may be changed in accordance with the needs of the service.

Multidisciplinary team working is key component of the working within the Trust and involves regular discussions with colleagues

Providing evidence-based care for patients in a multidisciplinary setting

Continuing responsibility for the care of patients in your charge, including all administrative duties associated with patient care (with secretarial support)

Experience in full management of Paediatric outpatient clinics, squint surgeries, paediatric refraction & ocular motility tests independently is expected from the candidate.

Experience in general ophthalmology is mandatory for this post.

Responsibilities for carrying out teaching, examination and accreditation duties are required, and for contributing to undergraduate and post-graduate and continuing medical education activity

Participation in clinical audit and in continuing medical education

Conducting suitable duties in cases of emergencies and unforeseen circumstances

About us

Diversity makes us interesting... Inclusion is what will make us outstanding.

Inequality exists and the journey to eliminate it is not easy. Every step we take will be a purposeful step forward to deliver a truly inclusive culture where all our people are enabled to deliver outstanding care, where background is no barrier, and where everyone can be their authentic self and we truly represent our patient community.

We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics. Reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled applicants where possible. All applicants who have a disability and meet the minimum criteria for the post can opt for a guaranteed interview.

If you need additional help with your application please get in touch by calling the recruitment team on 0118 322 6997 or 0118 322 5342.

Our primary method of communication will be via email. However, if you would prefer to be contacted through a different method, please inform the recruitment team.

Date posted

11 August 2025

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Specialty Doctor

Salary

£59,175 to £95,400 a year PA

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

6 months

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

193-MS1242PCG

Job locations

RBH

Reading

RG15AN

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical Duties:

The candidate should be able to

1. Demonstrate competency in diagnosis, investigation and management of paediatric ophthalmic patients in outpatients, inpatients and emergency settings.

2. Have advanced skills to assess vision in children of all developmental ages, and assess and manage refractive error, squint and amblyopia.

3. Understand and be able to order (or refer to specialist services) appropriate tests including metabolic tests, genetic tests and electro-diagnostic tests.

4. Diagnose and plan management of nystagmus in children

5. Manage eye and vision problems relating to brain damage and cerebral visual impairment (such as those caused by premature birth or birth trauma).

6. Co-manage paediatric, glaucoma, corneal and retinal disease and paediatric uveitis with appropriate specialists.

7. Confidently examine and diagnose babies referred with absent red reflex and non accidental trauma.

8. Recognise and refer patients who will benefit from more specialist input.

9. Use highly developed consultation skills efficiently to manage busy clinics whilst managing Patient expectations.

10. Assist with decision-making where there are cognitive impairment barriers, employing

Independent Mental Capacity Advocate (IMCA) services or equivalent if necessary

11. Ability to perform paediatric squint surgery independently is desirable but not essential.