Fixed Term Clinical Fellow in Ophthalmology (ST3+)

We are seeking applications for the position of Clinical Fellow in Ophthalmology for a period of 6 months (until 5th August 2025). This role aims to support the ophthalmology services while offering opportunities for training, including potential theatre and laser sessions. The Eye Unit, known for its strong culture of training, support, and cohesive teamwork, provides substantial consultant support in specialist clinics and eye care. Ideal candidates will have experience equivalent to at least a year 2 or 3 specialist registrar in ophthalmology or have completed equivalent higher surgical training in ophthalmology.,

• Assist in the delivery of ophthalmology services
• Participate in training opportunities, including theatre and laser sessions
• Collaborate with consultants in specialist clinics and eye care
• Participate on the on call rota
• To undertake administrative duties associated with the care of your patients.
• To respond to queries from patients, general practitioners and colleagues.
  
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We are a busy, friendly, rural NHS Trust providing high-quality care and compassion to more than a quarter of a million people across west Suffolk. We care for, treat and support people in hospital, at home and in various community settings. The West Suffolk Hospital in Bury St Edmunds provides acute and secondary care services (emergency department, maternity and neonatal services, day surgery unit, eye treatment centre, Macmillan unit and children's ward). It has 500+ beds and is a partner teaching hospital of the University of Cambridge. Adult and paediatric community services, provided in collaboration with West Suffolk Alliance partners, include a range of nursing, therapy, specialist, and ongoing temporary care and rehabilitation, some at our Newmarket Community Hospital. We do our utmost to achieve outstanding clinical outcomes for patients and our values of fairness, inclusivity, respect, safety and team work guide how we work and behave as a team. With nearly 5,000 staff, from all over the world, we strive to make our organisation a great place to work. Whatever your role or ambition, we want to help you be the best you can be. We promote a diverse and inclusive community where everyones voice counts and you can #BeKnown for whoever you are.