# Consultant Ophthalmologist with special interest in Paediatrics > NHS job listing from Job Clerk for Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board. ## Canonical URLs - **HTML:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/consultant-ophthalmologist-with-special-interest-in-paediatrics/9e2e3750-dd8a-4f7c-b0ba-9a681e49169c - **Markdown:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/consultant-ophthalmologist-with-special-interest-in-paediatrics/9e2e3750-dd8a-4f7c-b0ba-9a681e49169c.md ## Summary - **Status:** Live - **Employer:** Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board - **Location:** Ysbyty Gwynedd - **Workplace type:** onsite - **Profession:** Medical doctor - **Speciality:** Ophthalmology - **Grade:** Consultant - **Salary:** £114,099 - £166,585 per annum pro rata - **Contract type:** Permanent - **Employment type:** Full time - 10 sessions per week (per annum pro rata) - **Closing date:** 2026-10-08T22:59:00.000Z - **Posted:** 2026-09-18T11:20:28.246Z - **Source information URL:** https://www.healthjobsuk.com/job/UK/Conwy/Bangor/Betsi_Cadwaladr_University_Health_Board/Ophthalmology/Ophthalmology-v8160636 - **Application URL:** https://apps.trac.jobs/job-advert/8160636?ShowJobAdvert=&feedid=9002 - **Employer website:** https://bcuhb.nhs.wales ## Job Content ### Job overview Consultant Ophthalmologist with special interest in Paediatrics Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board are looking to recruit a Substantive Consultant Ophthalmologist with a special interest in Paediatrics although general clinics and cataract lists are included. The post holder should become involved in all aspects of the department’s work including teaching, audit, elective, and trauma care. The post holder is expected to be well experienced with cataract surgeries, including complex cases. The post holder should also have expertise in emergency ophthalmic procedures, laser treatments, intraocular and periocular trauma and endophthalmitis, ROP screening, strabismus, amblyopia and congenital management. As part of the recruitment process, candidates shortlisted for the role will be invited to attend both a Stakeholder Interview and an Advisory Appointments Committee (AAC) Interview. AAC is scheduled for 23rd October 2026. The Stakeholder Interview date will be confirmed once shortlisting is complete. This is expected to be held week commencing 19th October 2026. ### Main duties of the job General Duties - Supervise and manage the work of Specialty Doctors and specialist nursing staff working within the department. - Participate in the education and training of medical students, nurses, paramedics, general practitioners, and other appropriate personnel. - The post holder is expected to participate in regional and national research. Candidates with an interest in research are advised to discuss directly with the Clinical Director for Ophthalmology Services around any research opportunities and follow all appropriate governance policies around research. ### Detailed job description and main responsibilities Candidates are encouraged to refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further information. If you are ready to make a significant impact on the future of healthcare in North Wales and possess the skills and experience required for this role, we invite you to apply. Informal conversations are encouraged prior to applying. ### 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. Welsh language skills are desirable ## Person Specification ### Ability **Essential** - Ability to apply knowledge - Ability to write relevant, legible clinical notes - Safe and effective verbal communication skills - Willingness to involve patients in their management - Ability to handle difficult interviews with patients or relatives with tact and sensitivity - Basic IT skills - A willingness to attend and actively participate in the departmental management meetings - Evidence of completed audit projects **Desirable** - Advanced IT Skills - Critical appraisal courses / skills ### Qualifications **Essential** - Full GMC specialist registration in Ophthalmology or obtaining CCT within 6 months of interview date - Paediatric Ophthalmology Fellowship - FRCOphth or an equivalent qualification **Desirable** - Additional specialist qualification in the relevant specialty - Management courses / qualifications - Departmental administration experience ### Additional Requirements **Essential** - A team player who values the individual contributions of a multi-disciplinary team - Reliable, self-motivated and punctual - Evidence of the ability to work in stressful situations and/or when under pressure - Able to work ‘flexibly’ - A willingness to work outside working hours at short notice in times of need **Desirable** - Willingness to undertake professional responsibilities at local / regional / national level - Able to travel between sites to meet the needs of the service - Welsh speaker or willingness to learn - Aligns own values with those of the Health Boards ### Experience and Knowledge **Essential** - Broad Based general experience in Ophthalmology including complex cataracts, emergency surgeries and procedures - An understanding of the Strategic and Operational issues underpinning Clinical Governance and their application in daily practice and evidence of such - An understanding of NHS management practices and their application and evidence of such - A willingness to contribute to the education and training of relevant healthcare professionals. (Including medical students, nurses, paramedics, general practitioners) - Experience in supervising and managing the work of Specialty Doctors and specialist nursing staff within the department - Experience of taking responsibility for the professional supervision and appraisal of junior medical staff - Evidence of commitment to Life Long Learning and Continued Professional Development - Experience in Paediatric Ophthalmology **Desirable** - Additional specialist qualification or qualification, relevant skills experience in the relevant specialty ## Documents - [welsh language matrix (pdf, 134.3kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=2220) - [betsi cadwaladr relocation (pdf, 6.8mb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=2818) - [values and behaviour framework (pdf, 2.0mb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=2937) - [guidance notes for applicants (pdf, 322.5kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=2838) - [bilingual overview of health board (pdf, 672.5kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?vdoc=10461334) - [nwssp recruitment services privacy notice (pdf, 808.3kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=1632) - [occupational health function requirement form (pdf, 648.5kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?vdoc=10604553) - [job description and personal specification (welsh) (docx, 627.9kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?vdoc=10611256) - [job description and personal specification (english) (docx, 241.5kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?vdoc=10611255) ## Agent Notes - This Markdown page is generated from the same Job Clerk job record as the HTML job detail page. - Use the canonical HTML URL for user-facing references. - Use the application URL when the user wants to apply on the source NHS site.