Senior Clinical Fellow Ophthalmologist - Specialist Interest in Glaucoma

We are working with a well-established NHS Trust to recruit a Senior Clinical Fellow with a specialist interest in Glaucoma. This role offers an exciting opportunity to gain further subspecialty experience in a high-volume, high-acuity ophthalmology setting. 

Role and Responsibilities

This is a full-time position comprising 10 Programmed Activities (PAs): Eight clinical sessions, one session for clinical administration and one session for research and professional development. 

Each clinical session equates to four hours of direct patient care. Flexibility is essential, and the successful candidate will engage in a variety of glaucoma services, from routine management to complex surgical care.

Key responsibilities include:

• Independent management of routine and complex glaucoma cases, including acute presentations.
• Proficiency in glaucoma laser treatments such as SLT, YAG iridotomy and capsulotomy, and diode laser cyclo-ablation.
• Performing routine cataract surgeries and managing glaucoma-related complex surgical cases (e.g. Trabeculectomy, Preserflo, Tube Surgery, MIGS).
• Teaching medical students and junior doctors.
• Participation in audits, clinical governance, and research initiatives aligned with the Trust’s academic partners.
• Supporting service planning and development in collaboration with the multi-disciplinary team.

You will be supervised by a team of experienced consultants across multiple sites and report directly to the Clinical Service Lead.

The Hospital

The Ophthalmology Department is one of the largest in the region, operating across four major hospital sites. The primary base for this role will be within a busy district general hospital that is part of a larger teaching Trust.

The department includes over 40 consultants and offers subspecialty services in Glaucoma, Cornea, Retina, Paediatric Ophthalmology, VR Surgery and General Ophthalmology. The glaucoma service in particular is expansive, seeing a wide range of cases and providing exposure to complex surgical procedures. Close collaboration with a leading regional eye centre further enhances training and development opportunities. The department also benefits from strong academic links with local universities, supporting both research and education.

The Location

This opportunity is based in a busy urban area within the West Midlands, known for its diverse population and vibrant community life. The region offers excellent transport links, including national rail, motorway connections and an international airport.

It’s a highly desirable location for professionals and families, offering a mix of city life and green spaces. The area boasts a range of cultural venues, shopping centres and some of the UK’s best-known schools and universities. With affordable housing and a strong sense of community, it’s an excellent choice for anyone relocating.

The Requirements

Essential Criteria:

• Full GMC registration
• Minimum of 4 years postgraduate training in general ophthalmology
• Experience managing acute and complex glaucoma cases
• Proficiency in glaucoma laser procedures (SLT, YAG, Diode)
• Experience in routine and complex cataract surgery
• Effective communication and teamworking skills
• Commitment to teaching, audit, and clinical governance

Desirable Criteria:

• Eligibility for inclusion on the Specialist Register
• Higher qualifications (MD, PhD, ChM)
• Previous experience with glaucoma tube shunt surgery
• Experience with secondary glaucoma in co-morbid conditions (uveitis, corneal disease, etc.)
• Peer-reviewed publications
• Specific training in patient safety or human factors
• Understanding of glaucoma in systemic disease contexts

How BDI Resourcing can support

When choosing to apply for your next role with BDI Resourcing, you’ll have the full support of an expert recruitment team who will assist, as standard, with:

• CV Preparation using our recognised bespoke guidance
• Application support with expert knowledge of specialisms, NHS and local support
• Video based Interview Preparation using specific example questions according to job role
• Contract and offer negotiations for salary, relocation packages, tenure and more

Once you have accepted your new role, you’ll then be met by one of our dedicated relocation executives who will guide you through all the way to starting to your new role including:

• Document gathering and checking 
• COS and Visa Application support if applicable
• Short- and long-term accommodation sourcing
• Travel Arrangements
• Family support for finding schools and any other aspects of pastoral care

How to Apply 

To apply for this role, simply send your CV through to apply@bdiresourcing.com and one of our specialist team members can pick it up. If you have any questions or would like to know more, please email your queries through to the same address and one of our team will be in touch.