NR232278 - Specialty Doctor in Ophthalmology

Applications are invited for the position of Specialty Doctor in Ophthalmology, based at Aberdeen Royal Infirmary for a start from 1st March 2026.Whilst based predominantly with the Surgical Retina team this post offers excellent opportunities in all aspects of Ophthalmology. The department delivers a wide range of Ophthalmology services and provides an active teaching programme. The successful candidate will be expected to work to help achieve the aims of the department and is therefore expected to be experienced in all aspects of General Ophthalmology.Full registration with a licence to practise with the GMC is required. (licence to practise must be in place prior to starting in post). For more information visit www.gmc-uk.orgApplicants shall have completed at least four years’ full-time postgraduate training (or its equivalent gained on a less than full-time or flexible basis) at least two of which will be in a specialty training programme or specialty registrar locum appointment for training (LAT); or shall have equivalent training, experience or competencies, either in the UK or overseas. Holding MRCOphth or equivalent qualification (FRCS Ed or FRCS Glasgow or equivalent) would be desirable.Further enquiries can be made to Mr Vijay Hegde, Consultant Ophthalmologist vijay.hegde@nhs.scotNHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.Additional Information For CandidatesAs a disability confident employer we are committed to ensuring our recruitment processes are inclusive and accessible to all. If you need us to make any adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know by contacting our recruitment team at the earliest opportunity. Email us at gram.recruitment@nhs.scot.You should apply for this post by completing the application process on Jobtrain.DO NOT upload a CV as this will not be used for short listing purposes.Posts close at midnight on the indicated date unless the advert states otherwise. Post may close early due to volume of applications.For help to complete an application on Job Train please follow this link: https://www.careers.nhs.scot/how-to-apply/application-process/To view our accessibility statement, please follow this link: https://www.eess.nhs.scot/jobtrain-accessibility-statement/Please note that our correspondence method is by e-mail, therefore please ensure you enter your email address accurately.Please ensure that the address you provide on your application form is your current place of residence for your present workplace, and that your identification confirms this address.Please check your e-mail regularly (including junk folders) and also your Jobtrain account for updates.Please contact Jobtrain Candidate Support Hub - https://jobseekersupport.jobtrain.co.uk/support/home for advice and support with any system issues.We recommend using the Internet Browser "Google Chrome" or "Microsoft Edge" when using Jobtrain.Once you have submitted your application form you will be unable to make any amendments.Some of our vacancies are for internal candidates only. If you are a member of staff, please ensure you update your Jobtrain profile to reflect that you are employed by NHS Grampian.Please note - If this post operates within Aberdeen City Low Emission Zone, you will be responsible for all costs associated with entering.**NHS Grampian forms one of the fourteen regional health boards of NHS Scotland and is responsible for providing health and social care services to a population of over 500,000 people living in Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire and Moray.As a board we strive to ensure the environment is conducive to nurturing a positive culture, supported and delivered through our NHS and Social Care values.