Oculoplastic, Orbital and Lacrimal Fellow
Applications are invited for an Oculoplastic, Orbital and Lacrimal Fellow for a twelve month post commencing in February 2026. This is an excellent opportunity for experienced Ophthalmologists to broaden their training in modern techniques in Oculoplastic, Orbital and Lacrimal surgery.
The post holder will be expected to participate in new and ongoing research projects as well as present at national and international meetings. There are additional opportunities for exposure to Plastic and Maxillofacial surgery, Burns Management, and on-site Mohs surgery.
Main duties of the job
Clinical duties include general ward care, surgery, Out Patient Clinics, and after hours emergency cover for the Cornea and Oculoplastic services. Responsibilities include:
1. Provide on-call non-resident Ophthalmic services with responsibility to the on-call Corneo-Plastic Consultant.
2. Manage patients who present with, or develop, complications as a result of their condition or other issues arising during their admission, seeking senior help as required.
3. Participate in new and ongoing projects, as well as presentations at national and international meetings.
4. Attend and contribute to departmental teaching sessions as possible/required.
5. Take part in regular audit of own and others' practice and contribute data to individual outcome measures as requested by QVH.
About us
Rated GOOD overall with outstanding care by the CQC. A specialist NHS hospital providing life-changing reconstructive surgery, burns care, and rehabilitation services across the South of England and beyond.
A centre of excellence with an international reputation for pioneering advanced techniques and treatments. Everything we do is informed by our passion for providing the highest quality care and the best clinical outcomes.
At QVH, we are proud of our achievements and our specialist services continue to record excellent clinical outcomes for patients. We regularly receive excellent results from patient satisfaction surveys, and on average, 98% of inpatients say they would recommend the hospital to their family or friends.
Our success is underpinned by the skills and enthusiasm of our staff and a strong culture of partnership. We are fully committed to training and development of the workforce with support for continuing education and learning.
Job responsibilities
Please see attached Job Description for supporting information on the key Duties and Responsibilities and the Person Specification.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* MBBS or equivalent medical degree. Successful completion of FRCOpth or equivalent.
* Eligible for full registration with the General Medical Council at the time of appointment and with a current licence to practice.
* Evidence of achievement of ST5/6 competences, or equivalent, in a relevant specialty at time of application, supported by evidence from work-based assessments of clinical performance and multisource feedback or equivalent.
* At least five years' experience in ophthalmology with the ability to operate independently and critically assess own surgical skills.
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.
Consultant Ophthalmic and Oculoplastic Surgeon
£59,175 to £95,400 a year per annum plus % on-call supplement.
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