# Specialty Doctor in Ophthalmology - Glaucoma > NHS job listing from Job Clerk for Barking, Havering and Redbridge University Hospitals NHS Trust. ## Canonical URLs - **HTML:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/specialty-doctor-in-ophthalmology-glaucoma/ddcd7ba4-e120-4dd7-b34b-06e7ccc036ce - **Markdown:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/specialty-doctor-in-ophthalmology-glaucoma/ddcd7ba4-e120-4dd7-b34b-06e7ccc036ce.md ## Summary - **Status:** Live - **Employer:** Barking, Havering and Redbridge University Hospitals NHS Trust - **Town:** Romford - **Region:** London - **Country:** England - **Profession:** Medical doctor - **Speciality:** Ophthalmology - **Grade:** Senior - **Salary:** £63696 to 102689 - **Contract type:** Permanent - **Closing date:** 2026-06-09T23:59:00.000Z - **Posted:** 2026-05-26T16:30:57.203Z - **Source information URL:** https://www.healthjobsuk.com/job/UK/London/Romford/Barking_Havering_Redbridge_Univ_Hospitals_NHS_Trust/Ophthalmology/Ophthalmology-v8037857 - **Application URL:** https://apps.trac.jobs/job-advert/8037857?ShowJobAdvert=&feedid=9002 - **Employer website:** https://www.bhrhospitals.nhs.uk ## Job Content ### Job overview We warmly welcome you to our busy and dynamic team, which delivers a comprehensive and specialised Ophthalmology service to a population of over 750,000. Our team boasts of highly experienced specialists in Medical Retina, Cornea, Paediatrics, Neuro-Ophthalmology , Glaucoma and Oculoplastics. We have a close working relationship with other specialties within the Trust that further support the service.  We are supported by efficient, innovative and well led Nursing, Orthoptic and Optometrist teams. We are excited to recruit a part time Glaucoma Specialist Doctor to provide excellent care to our patients. The post is fixed term for 12 months to cover maternity leave. We expect the right candidate to be a role model and be to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team through effective communication and influencing skills. As well as being a highly skilled and experienced Glaucoma doctor, who will have continuing responsibility for the care of patients in their charge and under the care of consultant ophthalmologists within the Glaucoma service, the successful candidate will have a broad experience in the management of ophthalmology outpatients and will engage in all aspects of ophthalmology patient pathways, including in programmed Eye Casualty sessions. ### Main duties of the job Have a continuing responsibility for the clinical care of patients in his/her charge and for the proper functioning of the department. Deliver a high-quality, responsive ophthalmological service to the patients who use it. Be responsible for providing appropriate inpatient cover when required Undertake the administrative duties associated with the care of patients and the running of a clinical department. Maintain an up-to-date knowledge of current clinical practice and use of equipment. Maintain his/her professional development with all available training opportunities and ensure compliance with mandatory training Detailed job description and main responsibilities The main duties of the applicant include supporting the Medical Retina and/or Glaucoma teams. You will report to your responsible consultant and will be expected to work as a part of a team and provide support to the junior members of staff.  Launching our new Clinical Diagnostic Hub (CDC) in Barking Community Hospital is an exciting project that you will be involved in during its inception and implementation this autumn. We will support the appointee fully in their career progression. ### Detailed job description and main responsibilities Once you understand the requirements outlined in the advert, please ensure your application accurately reflects where you match them. For fur the information regarding the role please read the attached Job Description and Person Specification. Please note that we may close adverts prior to the advertised closing date to streamline shortlisting process. Applications should be made online, however, queries regarding the application process, assistance with completion of the application form or if you require any adjustments (for applicants with a disability) please contact Abi Oladotun-Mutair - Recruitment Advisor on 01708 435000 Ext 4460 ## Job Details We warmly welcome you to our busy and dynamic team, which delivers a comprehensive and specialised Ophthalmology service to a population of over 750,000. Our team boasts of highly experienced specialists in Medical Retina, Cornea, Paediatrics, Neuro-Ophthalmology , Glaucoma and Oculoplastics. We have a close working relationship with other specialties within the Trust that further support the service. We are supported by efficient, innovative and well led Nursing, Orthoptic and Optometrist teams. We are excited to recruit a part time Glaucoma Specialist Doctor to provide excellent care to our patients. The post is fixed term for 12 months to cover maternity leave. We expect the right candidate to be a role model and be to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team through effective communication and influencing skills. As well as being a highly skilled and experienced Glaucoma doctor, who will have continuing responsibility for the care of patients in their charge and under the care of consultant ophthalmologists within the Glaucoma service, the successful candidate will have a broad experience in the management of ophthalmology outpatients and will engage in all aspects of ophthalmology patient pathways, including in programmed Eye Casualty sessions. ## Job Description Have a continuing responsibility for the clinical care of patients in his/her charge and for the proper functioning of the department. Deliver a high-quality, responsive ophthalmological service to the patients who use it. Be responsible for providing appropriate inpatient cover when required Undertake the administrative duties associated with the care of patients and the running of a clinical department. Maintain an up-to-date knowledge of current clinical practice and use of equipment. Maintain his/her professional development with all available training opportunities and ensure compliance with mandatory training Detailed job description and main responsibilities The main duties of the applicant include supporting the Medical Retina and/or Glaucoma teams. You will report to your responsible consultant and will be expected to work as a part of a team and provide support to the junior members of staff. Launching our new Clinical Diagnostic Hub (CDC) in Barking Community Hospital is an exciting project that you will be involved in during its inception and implementation this autumn. We will support the appointee fully in their career progression. ## Responsibilities Once you understand the requirements outlined in the advert, please ensure your application accurately reflects where you match them. For fur the information regarding the role please read the attached Job Description and Person Specification. Please note that we may close adverts prior to the advertised closing date to streamline shortlisting process. Applications should be made online, however, queries regarding the application process, assistance with completion of the application form or if you require any adjustments (for applicants with a disability) please contact Abi Oladotun-Mutair - Recruitment Advisor on 01708 435000 Ext 4460 ## Person Specification ### Skills/Abilities **Essential** - Empathetic and sensitive approach to patient needs - Approachable and effective - Ability to organize and manage own workload efficiently - Multi-disciplinary team member with excellent interpersonal skills - Capacity to apply sound clinical knowledge relevant to the job and managing risk - Knows when to seek help, able to prioritise clinical need - Shows aptitude for practical skills - Proven ability to work effectively in different clinical settings **Desirable** - IT Skills - Ability to advise on efficient and smooth running of the service - Presentation skills ### Personal Qualities **Essential** - Good leadership and organisational, communication, professional and personal skills - Knowledge of the organisation of the NHS and the Government’s agenda, NHS Plan and Modernisation - Excellent, highly developed written and verbal, with all grades of staff and patients - Ability to gain the trust of colleagues and patients - Commitment to the trust aims and values - Highly self-motivated, flexible and able to organize time and workload in a demanding NHS environment **Desirable** - Evidence of involvement in clinical management - A commitment to, and experience of teaching ### Experience/Knowledge **Essential** - Applicant’s knowledge is up to date and is fit to practice safely - High level of clinical experience and competence in Ophthalmology - Excellent communication skills with patients, colleagues, managers and other staff - Ability to take full and independent responsibility for clinical care of patients - Demonstration of continuous professional development **Desirable** - Post graduate teaching qualification - Experience of and commitment to teaching undergraduate and postgraduate medical staff - Teaching of non-medical health professionals - Evidence of achievements in teaching and training portfolio - An interest in developing links with Primary Care ### Education/Qualifications **Essential** - MBBS / MRCS / FRCS or equivalent medical qualification - Eligible for full registration with GMC at time of appointment - Minimum of 4 years postgraduate training in the UK (or equivalent EEA training) - MRCOphth or equivalent - Should have in depth knowledge and experience in glaucoma **Desirable** - Equivalent experience in ophthalmology in other grades including overseas may be accepted. - Prizes/awards - Higher degree - Experience in Ophthalmic Virtual clinics and Eye Casualty - Competency glaucoma diagnoses, investigation management ### Research, Audit and Clinical Governance **Essential** - Evidence of active participation in audit - Experience of research and Clinical Governance - Commitment to clinical governance/improving quality of patient care - Capacity to be alert to dangers or problems - Demonstrates awareness of good decision making - Aware of own limitation - Track record of engaging in clinical governance: reporting errors, learning from errors **Desirable** - Publications in peer reviewed journals - Experience of audit and management - Clinical research experience - Experience of risk management - Evidence of interest and experience in teaching where required in the job ## Documents - [job description (pdf, 936.2kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?vdoc=10326118) - [policy statement - ex offenders (pdf, 104.6kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=431) ## 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.