Ophthalmology Jobs
Ophthalmologists are experts in eye health and provide specialised clinical and surgical services which investigate, diagnose, manage, treat and prevent disorders and diseases that affect the eyes and visual system. They undertake eye assessments of visual function, diagnose conditions and formulate appropriate management and care plans which consider the patient’s condition, indications and contradictions, and social and economic context. They prescribe pharmaceutical medicines, and monitor and manage any ocular and systemic side effects. They formulate surgical plans and perform ophthalmological procedures, which can involve local anaesthetics, laser treatment, surgery and post-procedure care. Ophthalmologists use a range of technical and surgical equipment and materials, and manage peri-operative complications and emergencies. They collaborate with other doctors and health practitioners, train junior doctors, and work both independently and within multidisciplinary teams. They are often involved in research activities. To pursue a career in ophthalmology, doctors undertake 7 years of post-graduate training, including foundation and core training, followed by Specialist Training in Ophthalmology, which leads to FRCOphth, a CCT, and specialist registration with the GMC.