NR247564 - Specialty Doctor in Ophthalmology

Specialty Doctor in Ophthalmology – Aberdeen Royal Infirmary

Applications are invited for the position of a Specialty Doctor in Ophthalmology based at Aberdeen Royal Infirmary. This is a fixed term, full‑time post (40 hours per week) for 12 months with a start date on 5 August 2026 until 3 August 2027.

This post offers excellent opportunities in all aspects of Ophthalmology. The department delivers a wide range of Ophthalmology services and provides an active teaching program. 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).

Eligibility & Experience

• Full GMC registration.
• Experience in all aspects of General Ophthalmology.
• Will be expected to contribute to the department’s aims.

For an informal discussion or further information please contact: Mr Vijay Hegde (Consultant Ophthalmologist) – vijay.hegde@nhs.scot.

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among its workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.

As a disability confident employer we are committed to ensuring our recruitment processes are inclusive and accessible to all. If you need 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.

Please note: If this post operates within Aberdeen City Low Emission Zone, you will be responsible for all costs associated with entering.

NHS Grampian is 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.