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Salary for this role£63,696 – £102,689 a year
Health and Care route minimum£25,000 a year
Pay basisNational pay scales (NHS bands)
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Role description
Job summary
Speciality Doctor in Ophthalmology
Part-Time: 7 Programmed Activities
All Medical and Dental Staff employed by the Trust are expected to comply with hospital health and safety policies, clinical governance and other risk management policies. The successful candidate will be responsible to, and work under the supervision of the 5 Consultant Ophthalmologists. The post will provide extensive experience in the management of general ophthalmic problems. The ideal candidate will have some experience in the management of general ophthalmic problems. He/she will be expected to actively participate in all audit projects within the department. The post holder will be required to take part in an on-call rota and will participate in evening clinics with booked urgent patients. As a department we are keen to develop our doctors encouraging their own professional development and goals. Please note: This post is non-residential, but accommodation is subject to availability for which there will be a charge. He/she will also be involved in the supervision and training of junior doctors and Medical Students within the hospital. There is a regular Medical Student Teaching commitment, and the successful candidate will be expected to have an interest in undergraduate teaching.
Full GMC registration and licence to practise are essential for this role. Candidates without GMC registration and Licence to practise at the time of Longlisting will not be considered.
Interview Date: 16th November 2026
Main duties of the job
The newly appointed Speciality Doctor will have a job plan based on 7 Programme Activities (PAs). The allocated PAs will be formed by a flexible combination of elective operating lists, outpatient clinics and ward rounds and on-call duties in the future. Through its inclusive and comprehensive job planning process, the trust commits to providing equitable working conditions to medical colleagues across specialties and their sub-specialties. Delivery of job plans, whilst owned by consultants and their Clinical Service Unit Leads, is overseen by the Divisional Director and subject to peer challenge at divisional level, thus enabling a further layer objectivity to our commitment in this regard. Review of Job Plan The job plan is subject to review once a year and is signed off between the post holder, the CSU Lead and an Executive Director of the Trust. Participation in annual appraisals is a contractual requirement. The Trust has procedures for resolving disagreements concerning job plan, either following appointment or at annual review. Teaching There are a number of specific roles within the hospital relating to our joint endeavours with the University of Buckingham Medical School. These roles involve teaching and the wider management of the undergraduate training programme. These activities are recognised explicitly in job plans. Day-to-day teaching on the wards and in clinic is accounted for within direct clinical care (DCC) time.
About us
Milton Keynes University Hospital, in proud partnership with the University of Buckingham, is a University Teaching Hospital committed to advancing patient care through cutting-edge research and education. With a "Good" rating from the CQC and significant investment underway, this is an exciting time to join our team and grow your career.
As a medium sized general hospital, we provide a full range of general medical and surgical services, including a busy Emergency Department, Maternity, and Paediatrics. As the population of our city and surrounding areas continues to grow rapidly, we are expanding and enhancing our facilities to meet rising demand and improve access to care for all our communities.
We are also proud to offer a growing portfolio of specialist services. In January 2025 we opened our state-of-the-art Radiotherapy Centre, bringing advanced cancer treatment closer to home. Our services also include neonatology, specialist surgical care, and a wide range of diagnostics, supported by the new Community Diagnostic Centre at Whitehouse Health Centre. We have just opened the Oak Wards - a new ward block featuring two 24-bed wards.
Further investment is underway, including the recently approved Women and Children's Centre, set to open by 2030.
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Details
Date posted
21 October 2026
Pay scheme
Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade
Specialty Doctor
Salary
£63,696 to £102,689 a year
per annum pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
430-SURG26-1054A
Job locations
Ophthalmology - Med Staff (Dept)
Milton Keynes
MK6 5LD
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
All Medical and Dental Staff employed by the Trust are expected to comply with hospital health and safety policies, clinical governance and other risk management policies. The successful candidate will be responsible to, and work under the supervision of the 5 Consultant Ophthalmologists. The post will provide extensive experience in the management of general ophthalmic problems. The ideal candidate will have some experience in the management of general ophthalmic problems. He/she will be expected to actively participate in all audit projects within the department. This post will not involve the post holder in participating in an on-call rota but will participate in evening clinics with booked urgent patients. As a department we are keen to develop our doctors encouraging their own professional development and goals. Please note: This post is non-residential, but accommodation is subject to availability for which there will be a charge. He/she will also be involved in the supervision and training of junior doctors and Medical Students within the hospital. There is a regular Medical Student Teaching commitment, and the successful candidate will be expected to have an interest in undergraduate teaching. Further Information Candidates wishing to discuss more details of the post, please contact: Rebecca Papadopoulos Rebecca.Papadopolous@mkuh.nhs.uk ,consultant ophthalmologists , Areeb Moosavi, consultant Ophthalmologist via Areeb.Moosavi@mkuh.nhs.uk.
Application Information Applicants who are unable, for personal reasons, to work full time will be eligible to be considered for the post. Job share applicants are also welcomed. If appointed, modification of the job content will be discussed on a personal basis in consultation with consultant colleagues. This job description reflects the present requirements and objectives of the post; it does not form part of your contract of employment. As the duties of the post change and develop, the job description will be reviewed and will be subject to amendment, in consultation with the post holder. Potential applicants who are visiting the Trust are welcome to approach the Executive team through the relevant lead Executive in order to meet on the day if this can be arranged. Shortlisted applicants for consultant posts are encouraged to meet with the Chief Executive and /or Medical Director. Successful applicants will have both undergraduate and postgraduate teaching as part of their job plans.
Person Specification
Qualifications / Experience
Essential
Basic Medical Qualifications
Membership of Royal College of Ophthalmology
Ability to carry out intravitreal injections
Ability to carry out YAG and Argon laser treatments independently
Demonstratable post graduate experience with within Ophthalmology
Ability to practice independently
Experience of working in Eye Casualty
Desirable
Fellowship in Ophthalmology from one of the Royal Colleges
Microsurgical experience
Ability to operate unsupervised
Ability to perform cataract surgery
Ability to carry out FFA
Evidence of acquired skills
Eligibility
Essential
Full registration with GMC
Evidence of achievement of Foundation competencies by August 2008 in line with GMC standards
Desirable
NHS Experience
Career Progression
Essential
Ability to provide complete details of employment history
Clinical Skills
Essential
Technical Knowledge & Clinical Expertise: capacity to apply sound clinical knowledge & judgement & prioritise clinical need. Demonstrates appropriate technical competence with potential for developing strong/complex clinical/diagnostic skills
Desirable
Personal Attributes: shows aptitude for practical skills e.g. hand-eye co-ordination, dexterity, Visio-spatial awareness
Attendance at relevant courses, e.g. ALS, ALERTS or equivalent
Academic / Research Skills
Essential
Research skills: demonstrates understanding of the basic principles of audit, research and evidence-based practise, with potential to contribute to research
Desirable
Evidence of relevant academic & research achievements
Evidence of active participation in audit
Evidence to contributing to teaching & learning of others
Evidence of participation in risk management and/or clinical/laboratory research
Teaching Experience
Desirable
Ability to assist with the teaching of clinical and practical skills to undergraduate and ophthalmic surgical trainees
Skills
Essential
Takes responsibility for own actions
Demonstrates respect for the rights of all
Demonstrates awareness of ethical principles, safety, confidentiality & consent
Commitment to Speciality
Essential
Shows realistic insight into surgery and the demands of a surgical lifestyle
Shows critical & enquiring approach to knowledge acquisition
Desirable
Extracurricular activities/achievements relevant to surgery
Personal Attributes
Essential
Be able to communicate clearly and effectively with patients, relatives, GPs, nurses and other agencies
Be able to work effectively and flexibly within a team
Show a caring attitude to patients, staff and colleagues
Committed to work within Trust policies as guided by the Clinical Director
Be committed to Continuing Medical Education Continuing Professional Development
Be honest and reliable
Be fit to carry out the duties of the post
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.
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.
Interested? Apply while it's open.Closes 2 November · Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust has 10 other sponsored roles if this one goes.
