Job Description

Applications are invited for a Fellowship position in Ophthalmologyfor a period of one year.
This is an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic and energetic experienced Ophthalmologist to train in Cornea with exposure to a Consultant with broad expertise from lamellar Transplants through to Refractive Surgery with modern technology.
The Corneal Unit specialises in lamellar Keratoplasty, Anterior Segment Reconstruction and Keratorefractive Surgery. The department is highly equipped for Corneal Surgery.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will actively conduct/participate in audits related to both clinical and non-clinical aspect of the work and participate in hospital Clinical Audit Programmes and Clinical Governance.
To assist in the management and support of junior staff according to Trust policies and in line with the requirements of the clinical service.
Where possible, the post holders will be encouraged to develop a research interest compatible with the background of the department and its facilities. Audit will be a mandatory part of this role.
To maintain effective communication and working relationships with medical, scientific, management, technical and nursing staff, as required for performing the responsibilities of this post. This includes electronic communication within the department, the Trust, and with national and international colleagues.
About us
Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides hospital services to a growing population of around 700,000 people living across Bedfordshire and the surrounding areas across two busy hospital sites in Bedford and Luton. Both hospital sites offer key services such as A&E, Obstetrics-led Maternity and Paediatrics. You will be joining a friendly, high performing Trust committed to ensuring the health and wellbeing of staff. As one of the largest NHS Trusts in our region you will have access to a programme of high quality training and development to help you grow your career. The Trust continues to be committed to delivering the best patient care using the best clinical knowledge and technology.
Our Values
We not only recruit based on qualifications and experience - we recruit individuals who demonstrate the behaviours which underpin our Trusts core values. We achieve this by using values based recruitment. We are dedicated to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible for everyone, we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and creating a culture that values differences.
Please note that vacancies may close prior to the advertised closing date when sufficient number of applications have been received. All new staff will be subject to a probationary period covering first 6 months in post. Travel between hospital sites may be required. Please review all documents attached to ensure you familiarize yourself with all requirements of the job.
Details
Date posted
31 October 2025
Pay scheme
Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade
Doctor - other
Salary
50,175 to 62,502 a year Per Annum
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
418-M-OP-147-A
Job locations
Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Lewsey Road
Luton
LU4 0DZ
Job description
Job responsibilities
The CCT Fellow will be responsible to the Clinical Director for Ophthalmology. Whilst in the Department of Ophthalmology the CCT Fellow will work with:
Outpatient Clinic: The medical management of refractive, corneal, and external disorders, as well as the preoperative evaluation and postoperative care of surgical and refractive cases.
Surgery: As the fellow progresses in his/her knowledge, ability more, and more of the surgical procedures will be performed by the fellow
1st On Call Duties supporting the Out Of Hours Service Job description
Job responsibilities
The CCT Fellow will be responsible to the Clinical Director for Ophthalmology. Whilst in the Department of Ophthalmology the CCT Fellow will work with:
Outpatient Clinic: The medical management of refractive, corneal, and external disorders, as well as the preoperative evaluation and postoperative care of surgical and refractive cases.
Surgery: As the fellow progresses in his/her knowledge, ability more, and more of the surgical procedures will be performed by the fellow
1st On Call Duties supporting the Out Of Hours Service
Person Specification
Qualification
Essential

• Medical Degree
• Relevant postgraduate qualification MBBS or equivalent
• FRCOphth

Desirable

• oMD or equivalent Higher Degree or evidence of relevant research

Registration
Essential

• oFull GMC Registration (GMC Licence to Practice is mandatory before employment commences)
• oEntry onto the GMC Specialist Register: ? CCT (or within 6 months of receipt of CCT at time of interview)

Eligibility
Essential

• oEligible for full registration with the GMC at the time of appointment
• oEvidence of achievement of Foundation competencies by time of appointment in line with GMC standards in Good Medical Practice

Desirable

• Experience in Corneal and Cataract Surgery

Fitness to Practice
Essential

• Applicant's knowledge is up to date and fit to practice safely

Language Skills
Essential

• Applicant has undertaken undergraduate medical training in English
• oApplicants have scores in the academic International English Language Testing System (IELTS) or equivalent equal to those required for recruitment to MMC specialty training programmes

A;;ication completion
Essential

• All sections of application form are fully completed

Clinical Skills
Essential

• Acute care safe: up-to-date ALS. Hospital at night team working / experience. Out of hours experience relevant to the job.
• Relevant specialty clinical knowledge: capacity to apply sound clinical knowledge relevant to the job, specialty knowledge exam
• Clinical judgement: experience in making clinical decisions and managing risk. Knows when to seek help, able to prioritise clinical need

Desirable

• ALSinstructors certificate
• Specialty knowledge exam
• Ability to carry out high volume cataract surgery independently

Clinical Governance
Essential

• Able and willing to participate in clinical governance meetings and present topics/audits to MDT as appropriate.
• Audit: evidence of active participation in audit
• Teaching: evidence of interest and experience in teaching where required in the job.

Desirable

• Research Skills: Demonstrates understanding of the principles of research, evidence of relevant academic and research achievements
• Teaching: Evidence of experience in teaching where required in the job.

Communication Skills
Essential

• demonstrates clarity in written/spoken communication and capacity to adapt language as appropriate to the situation
• Empathy & Sensitiivity:capacity to listen and take in others' perspectives.
• Works in partnership with patients: always considers patients preferences when discussing treatment options
• Always considers the full impact of clinical decisions on the patients, Practice shared decision-making.
• Coping with pressure: capacity to operate under pressure. Demonstrates initiative and resilience to cope with the setbacks & adapt to rapidly changing circumstances
• Problem solving & decision making: capacity to use logical /lateral thinking to solve problems & make decisions
• Equality and diversity: promotes equality and values diversity

Desirable

• Able to adapt to work with employers to deliver
• Leadership skills: experience in leadership
• Demonstrates skills needed for effective delegation within the team:360 feedback

Probity
Essential

• Professional integrity and respect for others: capacity to take responsibility for own actions and demonstrate a non-judgmental approach towards others. Displays honesty, integrity, awareness of confidentiality and ethical issues.

Person Specification
Qualification
Essential

• Medical Degree
• Relevant postgraduate qualification MBBS or equivalent
• FRCOphth

Desirable

• oMD or equivalent Higher Degree or evidence of relevant research

Registration
Essential

• oFull GMC Registration (GMC Licence to Practice is mandatory before employment commences)
• oEntry onto the GMC Specialist Register: ? CCT (or within 6 months of receipt of CCT at time of interview)

Eligibility
Essential

• oEligible for full registration with the GMC at the time of appointment
• oEvidence of achievement of Foundation competencies by time of appointment in line with GMC standards in Good Medical Practice

Desirable

• Experience in Corneal and Cataract Surgery

Fitness to Practice
Essential

• Applicant's knowledge is up to date and fit to practice safely

Language Skills
Essential

• Applicant has undertaken undergraduate medical training in English
• oApplicants have scores in the academic International English Language Testing System (IELTS) or equivalent equal to those required for recruitment to MMC specialty training programmes

A;;ication completion
Essential

• All sections of application form are fully completed

Clinical Skills
Essential

• Acute care safe: up-to-date ALS. Hospital at night team working / experience. Out of hours experience relevant to the job.
• Relevant specialty clinical knowledge: capacity to apply sound clinical knowledge relevant to the job, specialty knowledge exam
• Clinical judgement: experience in making clinical decisions and managing risk. Knows when to seek help, able to prioritise clinical need

Desirable

• ALSinstructors certificate
• Specialty knowledge exam
• Ability to carry out high volume cataract surgery independently

Clinical Governance
Essential

• Able and willing to participate in clinical governance meetings and present topics/audits to MDT as appropriate.
• Audit: evidence of active participation in audit
• Teaching: evidence of interest and experience in teaching where required in the job.

Desirable

• Research Skills: Demonstrates understanding of the principles of research, evidence of relevant academic and research achievements
• Teaching: Evidence of experience in teaching where required in the job.

Communication Skills
Essential

• demonstrates clarity in written/spoken communication and capacity to adapt language as appropriate to the situation
• Empathy & Sensitiivity:capacity to listen and take in others' perspectives.
• Works in partnership with patients: always considers patients preferences when discussing treatment options
• Always considers the full impact of clinical decisions on the patients, Practice shared decision-making.
• Coping with pressure: capacity to operate under pressure. Demonstrates initiative and resilience to cope with the setbacks & adapt to rapidly changing circumstances
• Problem solving & decision making: capacity to use logical /lateral thinking to solve problems & make decisions
• Equality and diversity: promotes equality and values diversity

Desirable

• Able to adapt to work with employers to deliver
• Leadership skills: experience in leadership
• Demonstrates skills needed for effective delegation within the team:360 feedback

Probity
Essential

• Professional integrity and respect for others: capacity to take responsibility for own actions and demonstrate a non-judgmental approach towards others. Displays honesty, integrity, awareness of confidentiality and ethical issues.

Skills Required