Specialist Grade - Medical Retina (Ophthalmology)

Job summary

This is a 10 PA appointment for a Specialist in Medical Retina within Ophthalmology. This post will be available from September 2026. This post will deliver 10 PAs supporting the Medical Retina team (Ms Mohla, Mr Mukherjee and Ms Downey). The post-holder will provide specialist clinical care for patients with medical retinal disorders, including the delivery of intravitreal therapies and retinal laser treatment. There will be opportunities to contribute to service development, clinical governance, teaching and training, audit, research, and the continued improvement of Medical Retina and urgent retinal care pathways. The post will be based cross-site at St Jamess University Hospital and Seacroft Hospital.

Main duties of the job

Join Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust as a Specialist Grade Ophthalmologist in Medical Retina and become part of one of Europe's largest and most respected teaching hospital trusts. Based primarily at St James's University Hospital, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality specialist retinal care, supporting urgent eye services, and contributing to the continued development of our Medical Retina service. As part of a multidisciplinary team, you'll also have opportunities to teach, mentor, undertake research and quality improvement, and help shape innovative services that improve patient outcomes. We're looking for a motivated and collaborative clinician with expertise in Medical Retina who is passionate about delivering outstanding patient-centred care. You'll thrive in a forward-thinking teaching environment, enjoy working across professional boundaries, and be committed to education, service improvement, and clinical excellence while embodying the values of The Leeds Way.

About us

The Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust is committed to delivering the highest quality and safest treatment and care to every patient, every time. Our vision is to provide the highest quality specialist and integrated care. We will do this through delivery of our multi-year goals and strategic priorities, which you can read about on this page. Central to it all is The Leeds Way our values and behaviours that are at the heart of everything we do.

Details

• Date posted: 22 July 2026
• Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff
• Salary: £104,401 to £115,341 a year
• Contract: Permanent
• Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time
• Reference number: 001569
• Job locations: St James’s University Hospital, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS9 7TF, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities

For questions about this job, contact:

Name: Aditi Mohla Position: Consultant Ophthalmologist Email: aditi.mohla@nhs.net Phone number: 0113 2065958 Shortlisting Date: 11/08/26 Interview Date: August/September 2026

Specialist in the department of Ophthalmology

Applicants should have completed a minimum of 12 years’ medical work (continuous or in aggregate) since obtaining a primary medical/dental qualification, of which a minimum of 6 years should have been in a relevant speciality in the Specialty Doctor and/or closed SAS grades (or equivalent). You must also meet the criteria set out in the Specialist generic capabilities framework.

Consideration will be given to applicants who wish to work full or part time and those wishing to job share. Prospective applicants are encouraged to contact:

Dr Aditi Mohla Job Title Consultant in Medical Retina - Ophthalmology Email: aditi.mohla@nhs.net

Dr Raj Mukherjee Job Title Consultant in Medical Retina - Ophthalmology & Clinical Director Email: raj.mukherjee@nhs.net

Why you should join our Team

The Medical Retina service at Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust is built on collaboration, innovation and a shared commitment to delivering the highest standards of patient care. Our team brings together consultants, specialty doctors, trainees, specialist nurses, optometrists, orthoptists and administrative colleagues who work closely together to provide an efficient, supportive and rewarding working environment. We value open communication, mutual respect and continuous learning, creating a culture where everyone's contribution is recognised and professional development is actively encouraged.

Joining our team means becoming part of a department with a strong reputation for clinical excellence, teaching and research within one of the UK's largest teaching hospital trusts. You'll have the opportunity to work alongside highly experienced colleagues, contribute to service improvements and help shape the future of Medical Retina services. Whether you're looking to further develop your specialist skills or make a meaningful impact within a progressive and welcoming department, this is an excellent place to build your career.

What you will bring to the role

Key aspects of the role that will appeal to the department include:

• Specialist clinical role focused on the management of medical retinal disorders, including intravitreal therapy and retinal laser treatment.
• Opportunity to contribute to urgent and emergency retinal pathways, supporting timely, sight-saving care.
• Involvement in service development and improvement of Medical Retina pathways, including integration with urgent eye care services.
• Teaching and mentoring responsibilities, including supervision and support of ophthalmology trainees and fellows.
• Participation in clinical governance, audit, quality improvement, and risk management activities to support evidence-based practice.
• Opportunities for academic and research collaboration with the University of Leeds, supporting innovation and clinical excellence.
• Multidisciplinary and regional collaboration across ophthalmology subspecialties, primary care, and the wider Integrated Care System (ICS).
• A well-structured 10 PA job plan incorporating clinics, virtual reviews, and protected Supporting Professional Activities (SPA) time.
• The opportunity to work within one of Europe’s largest teaching hospital trusts, with access to leading expertise, technology, and a diverse patient population.
• A values-led working environment aligned with The Leeds Way principles of patient-centred care, collaboration, accountability, fairness, and empowerment.

Please see the attached job description for further information about this vacancy.

About Leeds Teaching Hospital NHS Trust

Our Trust values

The Leeds Way is working together to support each other and deliver the best possible care to patients.

We are….

Responsible Open and Honest One Team Kind

Our Trust priorities

Our purpose: Excellent, safe and sustainable care for every patient every time

Our priorities:

People Improvement and Innovation Partnerships Outcomes

To comply with UK Government regulations on Skilled Worker sponsorship, Leeds Teaching Hospital NHS Trust is unable to provide sponsorship to applicants who do not meet the eligibility criteria or the salary threshold concessions set out under the Skilled Worker visa route. Please take this into consideration before submitting your application. Full guidance on these concessions, including details of who may qualify, can be found here.

We reserve the right to close this advert early if we receive a high number of suitable applications.