Job summary The advertised post is based in the West of North Wales, at Ysbyty Gwynedd Bangor, where Ophthalmology services are mainly provided as a day case service. The Department at Ysbyty Gwynedd runs most aspects of general Ophthalmology Services. With six consultants providing general Ophthalmology services at Bangor as well as for cases of their sub-specialty interest, including ARMD and Medical Retina. Main duties of the job The post is full time. The post is a general post although particular interests may be accommodated. 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, lasers, intraocular & periocular trauma and endophthalmitis management. The post holder may be required to travel to outreach community clinics located at Llandudno, Holyhead, Pwllheli and Dolgellau. About us If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales. Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and 'Proud to Lead' competence framework. Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the "Disability Confident Employer" scheme. Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form. Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English. Date posted 11 April 2025 Pay scheme Hospital medical and dental staff Grade Consultant Salary £106,000 to £154,760 a year per annum pro rata Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 050-YG-OPHTH-0425 Job locations Ysbyty Gwynedd Penrhosgarnedd Bangor LL57 2PW Job description Job responsibilities You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac Job description Job responsibilities You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac Person Specification Qualifications Essential GMC specialist register for Ophthalmology CCT or equivalent (equivalence must be confirmed by GMC by date of AAC) Emergency Eye Care Fellowship Desirable Evidence of fellowship/training or competencies in Glaucoma or Oculoplastics EXPERIENCES Essential Broad Based general experience in Ophthalmology including complex cataracts, emergency surgeries and procedures Desirable Additional specialist qualification or qualification, relevant skills experience in the relevant specialty. CLINICAL GOVERNANCE Essential An understanding of the Strategic and Operational issues underpinning Clinical Governance and their application in daily practice and evidence of such. 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 Desirable Advanced IT Skills. MANAGEMENT Essential An understanding of NHS management practices and their application and evidence of such. A willingness to attend and actively participate in the departmental management meetings. Desirable Management courses / qualifications. Departmental administration experience. AUDIT Essential Evidence of participation Evidence of completed audit projects Desirable Critical appraisal courses / skills. TRAINING Essential Evidence of commitment to Life Long Learning and Continued Professional Development. Person Specification Qualifications Essential GMC specialist register for Ophthalmology CCT or equivalent (equivalence must be confirmed by GMC by date of AAC) Emergency Eye Care Fellowship Desirable Evidence of fellowship/training or competencies in Glaucoma or Oculoplastics EXPERIENCES Essential Broad Based general experience in Ophthalmology including complex cataracts, emergency surgeries and procedures Desirable Additional specialist qualification or qualification, relevant skills experience in the relevant specialty. CLINICAL GOVERNANCE Essential An understanding of the Strategic and Operational issues underpinning Clinical Governance and their application in daily practice and evidence of such. 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 Desirable Advanced IT Skills. MANAGEMENT Essential An understanding of NHS management practices and their application and evidence of such. A willingness to attend and actively participate in the departmental management meetings. Desirable Management courses / qualifications. Departmental administration experience. AUDIT Essential Evidence of participation Evidence of completed audit projects Desirable Critical appraisal courses / skills. TRAINING Essential Evidence of commitment to Life Long Learning and Continued Professional Development. Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board Address Ysbyty Gwynedd Penrhosgarnedd Bangor LL57 2PW Employer's website https://bcuhb.nhs.wales/train-work-live/ (Opens in a new tab)