Vitreo Retina Consultant
NHS, Bristol, VA, United States
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Vitreo Retina Consultant The closing date is 27 March 2026
The Bristol Eye Hospital (BEH) at University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is inviting applications for a consultant in vitreoretinal (VR) surgery. This is a substantive post to provide continuity following the departure of a consultant colleague. It responds to ongoing demand for tertiary-level vitreoretinal surgery and supports a high-performing, integrated retina service.
The successful candidate will join a dynamic consultant team delivering care across both BEH and Weston General Hospital (WGH).
BEH is a nationally recognised centre for training, teaching, and subspecialty ophthalmic care. It is a key part of the Division of Surgery at UHBW, which was recently rated Outstanding by the CQC. The hospital delivers a regional tertiary retina service, integrating vitreoretinal, uveitis, and medical retina care, and benefits from close collaboration with a dedicated Clinical Research Unit and an excellent ophthalmic imaging department.
Main duties of the job The successful applicant will be expected to play an active role in service delivery, run independent clinics, provide training for VR surgery fellows, and participate in the 1-in-4 on-call rota for VR emergencies
About us University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is one of the largest acute Trusts in the country, bringing together a combined workforce of over 13,000 staff and over 100 different clinical services across 10 different sites, serving a core population of more than 500,000 people across South West England. UHBW has been rated by the CQC as 'Good' overall and our staff are proud to deliver excellent care to the people of Bristol, Weston and beyond. As a forward- thinking multi-award winning Trust and a digital exemplar committed to improving patient care, our world-leading research and innovations are having a positive local and global impact. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone's throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that the South West has to offer. UHBW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your application in order to ensure we're meeting our pledge.
Job responsibilities Please see attached job description and person specification for further details.
Unless there are exceptional circumstances the interviews will be face to face
Person Specification Qualifications & Training
Full registration with the GMC and eligibility for the Specialist Register in Ophthalmology (or within six months at interview) Please note, this does not apply to CESR applications.
FRCOphth (or equivalent)
Evidence of ongoing CPD and revalidation
Higher academic qualification (MD, PhD, MSc or equivalent)
Clinical Expertise and Readiness for Independent Practice
Evidence of broad and robust training in vitreo-retinal surgery, sufficient to practise independently as a consultant
Demonstrated ability to deliver safe, high-quality VR care without direct supervision
Experience managing complex and emergency VR cases, including on-call decision-making
Clear understanding of personal limitations and appropriate escalation
A defined area of subspecialty interest that complements the existing consultant group and service strategy
Sustained Service Contribution and Professional Maturity
Evidence of sustained contribution to a vitreo-retinal service over a meaningful period, including clinical delivery, teamwork, and service reliability
Demonstrated ability to embed within an established multidisciplinary team and contribute positively to its function
Evidence of reliability, continuity, and professional accountability in previous roles
Experience contributing to service development or stabilisation over time
Clinical Governance, Quality Improvement and Insight
Clear understanding of clinical governance and personal consultant-level responsibility
Evidence of meaningful participation in audit or quality improvement, with reflection on outcomes and learning
Demonstrated insight into errors, complications, or adverse events, and learning derived from them
Leadership of completed QI projects resulting in measurable service improvement
Teaching, Supervision and Development of Others
Experience teaching and supervising trainees or fellows in a structured, supportive manner
Evidence of balancing trainee autonomy with patient safety
Ability to provide constructive feedback and support trainees in difficulty
Formal training in medical education
Contribution to regional or national training initiatives
Teamwork, Interpersonal Behaviour and Professional Conduct
Evidence of effective, respectful, and collaborative working within multidisciplinary teams
Demonstrated ability to manage disagreement or conflict constructively
Consistent professional behaviour that promotes psychological safety, trust, and mutual respect
Ability to contribute as a reliable team member rather than operating in isolation
Examples of leadership that enhances team function rather than personal profile
Leadership, Organisation and Service Responsibility
Ability to manage consultant-level workload efficiently and calmly
Evidence of sound organisational skills and prioritisation in high-pressure environments
Demonstrated ability to take responsibility for service delivery, including rota, theatre efficiency, and patient flow
Formal leadership or management training
Experience contributing to departmental or Trust-level initiatives
Personal Attributes and Values
Demonstrates the Trust values of being Supportive, Respectful, Innovative and Collaborative
Shows self-awareness, emotional maturity, and openness to feedback
Adaptable, dependable, and resilient in a demanding clinical environment
Evidence of long-term commitment to service improvement and 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.
University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW)
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Vitreo Retina Consultant The closing date is 27 March 2026
The Bristol Eye Hospital (BEH) at University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is inviting applications for a consultant in vitreoretinal (VR) surgery. This is a substantive post to provide continuity following the departure of a consultant colleague. It responds to ongoing demand for tertiary-level vitreoretinal surgery and supports a high-performing, integrated retina service.
The successful candidate will join a dynamic consultant team delivering care across both BEH and Weston General Hospital (WGH).
BEH is a nationally recognised centre for training, teaching, and subspecialty ophthalmic care. It is a key part of the Division of Surgery at UHBW, which was recently rated Outstanding by the CQC. The hospital delivers a regional tertiary retina service, integrating vitreoretinal, uveitis, and medical retina care, and benefits from close collaboration with a dedicated Clinical Research Unit and an excellent ophthalmic imaging department.
Main duties of the job The successful applicant will be expected to play an active role in service delivery, run independent clinics, provide training for VR surgery fellows, and participate in the 1-in-4 on-call rota for VR emergencies
About us University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is one of the largest acute Trusts in the country, bringing together a combined workforce of over 13,000 staff and over 100 different clinical services across 10 different sites, serving a core population of more than 500,000 people across South West England. UHBW has been rated by the CQC as 'Good' overall and our staff are proud to deliver excellent care to the people of Bristol, Weston and beyond. As a forward- thinking multi-award winning Trust and a digital exemplar committed to improving patient care, our world-leading research and innovations are having a positive local and global impact. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone's throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that the South West has to offer. UHBW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your application in order to ensure we're meeting our pledge.
Job responsibilities Please see attached job description and person specification for further details.
Unless there are exceptional circumstances the interviews will be face to face
Person Specification Qualifications & Training
Full registration with the GMC and eligibility for the Specialist Register in Ophthalmology (or within six months at interview) Please note, this does not apply to CESR applications.
FRCOphth (or equivalent)
Evidence of ongoing CPD and revalidation
Higher academic qualification (MD, PhD, MSc or equivalent)
Clinical Expertise and Readiness for Independent Practice
Evidence of broad and robust training in vitreo-retinal surgery, sufficient to practise independently as a consultant
Demonstrated ability to deliver safe, high-quality VR care without direct supervision
Experience managing complex and emergency VR cases, including on-call decision-making
Clear understanding of personal limitations and appropriate escalation
A defined area of subspecialty interest that complements the existing consultant group and service strategy
Sustained Service Contribution and Professional Maturity
Evidence of sustained contribution to a vitreo-retinal service over a meaningful period, including clinical delivery, teamwork, and service reliability
Demonstrated ability to embed within an established multidisciplinary team and contribute positively to its function
Evidence of reliability, continuity, and professional accountability in previous roles
Experience contributing to service development or stabilisation over time
Clinical Governance, Quality Improvement and Insight
Clear understanding of clinical governance and personal consultant-level responsibility
Evidence of meaningful participation in audit or quality improvement, with reflection on outcomes and learning
Demonstrated insight into errors, complications, or adverse events, and learning derived from them
Leadership of completed QI projects resulting in measurable service improvement
Teaching, Supervision and Development of Others
Experience teaching and supervising trainees or fellows in a structured, supportive manner
Evidence of balancing trainee autonomy with patient safety
Ability to provide constructive feedback and support trainees in difficulty
Formal training in medical education
Contribution to regional or national training initiatives
Teamwork, Interpersonal Behaviour and Professional Conduct
Evidence of effective, respectful, and collaborative working within multidisciplinary teams
Demonstrated ability to manage disagreement or conflict constructively
Consistent professional behaviour that promotes psychological safety, trust, and mutual respect
Ability to contribute as a reliable team member rather than operating in isolation
Examples of leadership that enhances team function rather than personal profile
Leadership, Organisation and Service Responsibility
Ability to manage consultant-level workload efficiently and calmly
Evidence of sound organisational skills and prioritisation in high-pressure environments
Demonstrated ability to take responsibility for service delivery, including rota, theatre efficiency, and patient flow
Formal leadership or management training
Experience contributing to departmental or Trust-level initiatives
Personal Attributes and Values
Demonstrates the Trust values of being Supportive, Respectful, Innovative and Collaborative
Shows self-awareness, emotional maturity, and openness to feedback
Adaptable, dependable, and resilient in a demanding clinical environment
Evidence of long-term commitment to service improvement and 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.
University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW)
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