Neuro-Ophthalmology and Uveitis Consultant
NHS, Bristol, VA, United States
Overview
The Bristol Eye Hospital (BEH) at University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is inviting applications for a consultant in Neuro-Ophthalmology and Uveitis Service. This is a substantive post to provide continuity following the departure of a consultant colleague. The successful candidate will join a dynamic consultant team delivering care across both BEH and Weston General Hospital (WGH).
The closing date is 09 April 2026
Main duties of the job 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 neuro-ophthalmology and uveitis service and benefits from close collaboration with a dedicated Clinical Research Unit and an excellent ophthalmic imaging department. The successful applicant will be expected to play an active role in service delivery, run independent clinics and provide training for clinical fellows.
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 For further details/informal visits please contact:
Simon Epps or Catherine Guly, Consultant Ophthalmologists
via their secretaries Shontelle Holman on 0117 342 9065 or Shontelle.holman@uhbs.nhs.uk or Lesley Webster on 0117 342 1402 lesley.webster@uhbw.nhs.uk
Person Specification Qualifications & Training
Fully registered with GMC
Certification of completion of specialist training (CCT) (or equivalent, OR Certificate of Eligibility for Specialist Registration (CESR) at the point of interview
Candidates can be within 6 months of gaining CCT at the date of interview. Please note this does not apply to CESR applications
Must be on the GMC's Specialist Register for specialty to start Consultant appointment.
Higher academic qualification e.g. MD, PhD or equivalent
MRCP and completion of CMT/IMT
Experience
Evidence of thorough and broad training and experience in uveitis and neuro-ophthalmology
Evidence of competence in initiating and monitoring systemic immunosuppression
Able to take responsibility for delivering service without direct supervision
Evidence of a special interest and expertise that complements those of other consultants in the department and is consistent with the Trust's service strategy
Clinical Knowledge and Skills
Up to date knowledge and experience of relevant specialty
Knowledge of NHS priorities with reference to specialty
Broad range of IT skills
Clinical Governance and Audit
Understanding of clinical governance and the individual responsibilities it implies
Knowledge of the principles of clinical audit and evidence of participation
Positive approach to evidence-based practice
Participation in continuing professional development (CPD) scheme and, where relevant, evidence of participation
Research
Knowledge of the principles involved in research
Evidence of involvement in research
Evidence of peer review research papers
Ability to increase the academic profile of the department
Teaching and Training
Experience of teaching medical students.
Experience of supervising trainees.
Knowledge of teaching to a multidisciplinary team
Formal teaching qualification
Evidence of management training and evidence of learning from it
Ability to organise efficient and smooth running of a specialist service
Ability to cope with and effectively organise the workload of a consultant
Ability to practice independently as a consultant
Ability to take on responsibility and show evidence of leadership
Ability to work under pressure and cope with setbacks
Demonstration of knowledge of NHS management structures
Interpersonal, communication and team working skills
Ability to communicate effectively with patients, relatives, clinical colleagues, support staff and other colleagues.
Good knowledge of, and ability to use, spoken and written English.
Ability to present effectively to an audience, using a variety of methods, and to respond to questions and queries
Ability to develop effective working relationships on an individual and multi-professional basis with all levels of staff both within and across divisions
Ability to be a flexible team member
Any other Personal Abilities and Aptitudes
Ability to adapt and respond to changing circumstances
Awareness of personal limitations
Ability to undertake additional professional responsibilities at local, regional or national levels
Other
Demonstrates the 4 Trust values
Meets professional health requirements Willingness to travel to and work in other sites necessitated by the role
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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The closing date is 09 April 2026
Main duties of the job 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 neuro-ophthalmology and uveitis service and benefits from close collaboration with a dedicated Clinical Research Unit and an excellent ophthalmic imaging department. The successful applicant will be expected to play an active role in service delivery, run independent clinics and provide training for clinical fellows.
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 For further details/informal visits please contact:
Simon Epps or Catherine Guly, Consultant Ophthalmologists
via their secretaries Shontelle Holman on 0117 342 9065 or Shontelle.holman@uhbs.nhs.uk or Lesley Webster on 0117 342 1402 lesley.webster@uhbw.nhs.uk
Person Specification Qualifications & Training
Fully registered with GMC
Certification of completion of specialist training (CCT) (or equivalent, OR Certificate of Eligibility for Specialist Registration (CESR) at the point of interview
Candidates can be within 6 months of gaining CCT at the date of interview. Please note this does not apply to CESR applications
Must be on the GMC's Specialist Register for specialty to start Consultant appointment.
Higher academic qualification e.g. MD, PhD or equivalent
MRCP and completion of CMT/IMT
Experience
Evidence of thorough and broad training and experience in uveitis and neuro-ophthalmology
Evidence of competence in initiating and monitoring systemic immunosuppression
Able to take responsibility for delivering service without direct supervision
Evidence of a special interest and expertise that complements those of other consultants in the department and is consistent with the Trust's service strategy
Clinical Knowledge and Skills
Up to date knowledge and experience of relevant specialty
Knowledge of NHS priorities with reference to specialty
Broad range of IT skills
Clinical Governance and Audit
Understanding of clinical governance and the individual responsibilities it implies
Knowledge of the principles of clinical audit and evidence of participation
Positive approach to evidence-based practice
Participation in continuing professional development (CPD) scheme and, where relevant, evidence of participation
Research
Knowledge of the principles involved in research
Evidence of involvement in research
Evidence of peer review research papers
Ability to increase the academic profile of the department
Teaching and Training
Experience of teaching medical students.
Experience of supervising trainees.
Knowledge of teaching to a multidisciplinary team
Formal teaching qualification
Evidence of management training and evidence of learning from it
Ability to organise efficient and smooth running of a specialist service
Ability to cope with and effectively organise the workload of a consultant
Ability to practice independently as a consultant
Ability to take on responsibility and show evidence of leadership
Ability to work under pressure and cope with setbacks
Demonstration of knowledge of NHS management structures
Interpersonal, communication and team working skills
Ability to communicate effectively with patients, relatives, clinical colleagues, support staff and other colleagues.
Good knowledge of, and ability to use, spoken and written English.
Ability to present effectively to an audience, using a variety of methods, and to respond to questions and queries
Ability to develop effective working relationships on an individual and multi-professional basis with all levels of staff both within and across divisions
Ability to be a flexible team member
Any other Personal Abilities and Aptitudes
Ability to adapt and respond to changing circumstances
Awareness of personal limitations
Ability to undertake additional professional responsibilities at local, regional or national levels
Other
Demonstrates the 4 Trust values
Meets professional health requirements Willingness to travel to and work in other sites necessitated by the role
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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