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Senior Ophthalmology Clinician Position at The Ralph Veterinary Referral Centre, UK

The Ralph is the UK’s largest independent (non-corporate) multidisciplinary specialist referral centre in southeast England with ~260 Ralphers. We are looking for a Senior Ophthalmology clinician to join our friendly, collaborative team. We are particularly keen to hear from experienced Diplomates who are interested in taking on a leadership role within the service.

We prefer a full-time appointment, but are open to discussing alternative part-time arrangements. Applicants interested in both full-time and part-time positions are welcome to apply. We will consider Diplomates and Residency-trained board-eligible candidates.

The team currently consists of three ECVO Diplomates, two ECVO Residency-trained clinicians, two ECVO Residents, one Vet Intern and our fabulous Ophthalmology nurses!

At The Ralph, you will have access to advanced diagnostic and surgical equipment for referral ophthalmology. In our specialist-led multidisciplinary environment, you will work closely with Diplomates in many disciplines. These include Anaesthesia and Analgesia, Cardiology, Dentistry, Diagnostic Imaging, Emergency and Critical Care, Internal Medicine, Neurology, Oncology, and Orthopaedic and Soft Tissue Surgery.

Our ideal candidate’s winning traits include dedication to patients, a positive attitude toward teamwork, a willingness to teach, and a cheerful, friendly character. We are especially keen to hear from individuals looking to progress their leadership development within a compassionate and supportive work environment.

We offer a competitive salary package and other benefits, including generous holiday and CPD allowances and private medical insurance.

Full-time is four days per week. Our current clinician team works with a shared on-call rota covering weekends and Bank Holidays. We expect you will be on call one in four weekends with support from our residents, interns and nurses. Weekend and Bank Holiday on-call commitments are subject to team size.

Marlow is located on the River Thames between Henley and Windsor. This is a beautiful area with lovely walks, water-based activities and more. Our hospital is just off the A404, with easy access from the M4 and M40 motorways, and close to London. Marlow is conveniently located only 25 minutes from Heathrow Airport, 45 minutes from Luton Airport and one hour from Gatwick or Stansted Airport. This location makes it very convenient for weekend getaways or for our European colleagues to ‘pop back’ to their home countries to visit friends and family.

The Ralph workplace focuses on core values, culture, vision and mission. We emphasise kindness, compassion and empathy for all our communities. As an independent hospital, we have the freedom and flexibility to chart our course. We would love to hear from you if you want to know more.

For more information on the position, please contact Heidi Featherstone (current Head of Ophthalmology) at heidi.featherstone@theralph.vet. You are welcome to get in touch for an informal and confidential chat.

 

*To Apply*

To apply, please email Shailen Jasani (Founder, CEO and Clinical Director) at shailen@theralph.vet.

Applications should include an up-to-date CV and a cover letter.

You must be eligible to work in the United Kingdom. We can provide visa sponsorship if required.

We will progress with suitable candidates as applications are received, so we encourage you to apply soon. The position will remain open until it is filled.

We would love to hear from you if you would like to be part of a team delivering exceptional, compassionate, ethical veterinary care at a large independent hospital.

Excellent relocation opportunity for a leading ophthalmologist to live and work in the only hospital of this type so close to Central London.  That means incredible transport links, endless opportunities for continued service and team growth plus prestigious city culture like no other.

Having 48 vet owned and independent referring in surgeries of our own with scope to attract more cases purely through such a coveted location, referral system and service demand, we are passionate about welcoming an ophthalmologist to lead and grow our service.  We are keen to receive interest from ophthalmologists who are either a Diplomate or Residency trained.

Due to location, it’s incredibly rare to see a referral service in such a large multi-disciplinary hospital in a more central location of London.  The extension of our current 24 hour surgery offers Neurology, advanced Orthopaedic, advanced Imaging (with MRI and CT), Internal Medicine and advanced Dentistry and opens in Summer 2025.

Putting the final touches to the extension of an already immense London service, we have all the equipment you would expect of a busy referral ophthalmology service.  DNA Vetcare are already providers in this specialism and our outstandingly successful Eye Vetcare referrals have been live in Kent since 2021 hence we are now proud to extend our team and enter the bustling bright lights and attract the eager referral clientele of London.

To find out more about this exceptional opportunity to work and live in London, within a team who thrive on progression and the highest standards of clinical care in every field, please contact our Director, Claire Baker : claire@dnavetcare.co.uk for a confidential call and more in depth information.   I apologise this advertisement is neither stuffy, AI generated nor wastes time listing equipment we clearly have in order to provide such a first class referral.

University of Edinburgh

Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies

Professional Doctorate in Veterinary Medicine (Residency) – Veterinary Ophthalmology

 

The University of Edinburgh invites applications from veterinary surgeons for a DVetMed (Residency) in Veterinary Ophthalmology, based at the Hospital for Small Animals (HfSA), Easter Bush campus. This full-time, four-year training position provides an exceptional opportunity to gain advanced clinical experience while simultaneously working towards two prestigious qualifications:

• A Doctorate in Veterinary Medicine (DVetMed) – a four-year programme (September 2026 – August 2030)
• The European College of Veterinary Ophthalmologists (ECVO) Diploma – a three-year programme (starting at the end of the 1^st year of the DVetMed program, i.e. Summer 2027)

About the Role

As a resident, you will play a key role in the Veterinary Ophthalmology Service, working alongside a highly skilled team in both the Hospital for Small Animals and the Equine Hospital. Your training will encompass:

• Extensive hands-on clinical experience
• Structured didactic teaching and research
• A strong emphasis on self-directed learning

The ophthalmology team has expanded significantly in recent years and is internationally recognised for clinical excellence, research, and teaching. You will join an established residency programme with three other residents and work closely with dedicated veterinary nurses to deliver compassionate, high-quality patient care. Out-of-hours duties are shared on a rotating basis with fellow residents.

Candidate Requirements

We are seeking candidates with:

• A strong passion for veterinary ophthalmology
• The ability to work both independently and within a team
• At least two years of postgraduate clinical experience in general practice OR completion of a one-year rotating internship
• An interest in teaching and clinical research
• Excellent written and spoken English
• RCVS registration (or eligibility to register)

Additional advantages (not essential):

• Ophthalmology internship experience
• Certificate in Veterinary Ophthalmology
• Previous experiencing of publishing in a peer reviewed journal
• PhD

Programme Details

• Start date: September 2026
• Duration: 4 years (fixed-term), with annual progress reviews
• ECVO diploma training: Begins at the end of year 1 DVetMed (precise start date candidate dependant)

This is an excellent opportunity for a highly motivated clinician to advance their expertise in veterinary ophthalmology within a world-leading institution.

The scholarship attracts an annual tax-free stipend of £29,600.00 and an additional allowance of £1,500 per annum available for approved travel, examination fees and CPD.  Postgraduate fees will be paid by the University of Edinburgh at UK level.

Any enquiries should be directed to Ben Blacklock, David Kayes, or Claudia Hartley (email: ben.blacklock@ed.ac.uk dkayes2@ed.ac.uk Claudia.hartley@ed.ac.uk telephone 0131 650 6247).

Applications should be made via the following online form:

https://www.star.euclid.ed.ac.uk/public/urd/sits.urd/run/siw_ipp_lgn.login?process=siw_ipp_app&code1=PTDVMVETMD1F&code2=0073

Please remember to indicate for which specialty you are making the application.  For any application related queries, please contact DVetMed@ed.ac.uk.

Closing date for applications:  31^st March 2026

Please note that the online form will close automatically after the above date and no applications can be made beyond this date.

Committed to Equality and Diversity

The University of Edinburgh is a charitable body, registered in Scotland, with registration number SC005336

We’re excited to announce that Bristol Vet Specialists is looking for an Ophthalmology Specialist to join our growing team. The position is flexible to suit a full or part-time role (3 or 4 days a week considered). While the ideal candidate would hold a diploma in veterinary ophthalmology (Dip ECVO / ACVO) and have experience in training ophthalmology residents, applications from ECVO board-eligible candidates  will also be considered.

The successful candidate will be working alongside our experienced and enthusiastic ophthalmology team, which is currently formed by three senior ophthalmologists (two DipECVO and one SAVC RSVO), a 3rd year ECVO resident and two discipline-specific Registered Vet Nurses. Rotating interns regularly join our service, offering further support and assistance and the service also attracts significant demand from external visitors.

The Ophthalmology service benefits from its own dedicated consultation room and allocated theatre and offers comprehensive eye care ranging from adnexal procedures to advanced intraocular surgery. We are strongly committed to our relationships with the referring primary care practices we work with, providing a satellite ophthalmology service at two additional centres on a monthly basis.

About our hospital: Bristol Vet Specialists (BVS) is a modern specialist-led, referral-only hospital, which is located on the outskirts of Bristol, near the M5. We offer a full complement of specialist-led services, which include anaesthesia and analgesia, cardiology, dentistry and maxillofacial surgery, dermatology, diagnostic imaging, emergency and critical care, internal medicine, neurology, oncology, ophthalmology, orthopaedics and soft tissue surgery. We work together in a collegial and collaborative environment to provide the highest standards of care to our patients. Our brand-new state-of-the-art purpose-built hospital has 11 canine consult rooms, a separate feline centre, MRI, CT, 5 theatres, ICU and an incredible team of referral nurses and support staff. The hospital is the only veterinary hospital in the Southwest to have a linear accelerator. (https://cvs-referrals.com/referrals/referral-centres/-/bristol-vet-specialists/).

We offer a highly competitive salary package, alongside an attractive benefits package which you can view here – https://careers.cvsvets.com/what-we-offer

For any further questions specific to the BVS Ophthalmology Service, do not hesitate to contact the team via ophthalmology@bristolvetspecialists.co.uk.

For more information and to apply for the role, please visit https://careers.cvsvets.com/jobs/ophthalmology-specialist-bristol-united-kingdom

 

London Vet Specialists originated as a boutique small animal referral centre in Belsize Park, North London and in May 2024, relocated to a new state-of-the-art site in Hammersmith, West London. The hospital boasts an incredible location on the banks of the river Thames, nestled within the bustling and thriving Hammersmith & Fulham neighbourhood, at close proximity to Heathrow Airport and everything the city has to offer. We now have a complete compliment of specialist-led services, including orthopaedic and soft-tissue surgery, internal medicine, ophthalmology, anaesthesia & analgesia, cardiology, dermatology, diagnostic imaging, neurology & emergency and critical care.

Linnaeus is a forward-thinking partnership of highly respected primary care and referral veterinary practices across the UK and Ireland, comprising some of the best clinicians in the profession. Linnaeus invest in quality practices who put patient care at the heart of everything they do. Together we provide a growing community of like-minded veterinary professionals who are passionate about what they do

London Vet Specialists (LVS) are currently recruiting for a board-certified or board eligible (ECVO, ACVO or ANZCVS residency-trained) veterinarian in Ophthalmology to join our multi-disciplinary team, including our Head of Ophthalmology Dr Vim Kumaratunga.

Why join LVS?

• Stunning new hospital (2024): London Vet Specialists recently relocated to our purpose-built, state-of-the-art referral hospital in Hammersmith. Designed with both patients and staff in mind, it offers a bright, modern and spacious environment that supports clinical excellence and staff wellbeing.
• Multi-disciplinary expertise: You’ll be part of a collaborative team of specialists covering Anaesthesia, Cardiology, Dermatology, Diagnostic Imaging, Internal Medicine, Neurology, Oncology, Ophthalmology, Orthopaedics, Soft Tissue Surgery, and Emergency & Critical Care – ensuring you can provide the very best care for your patients with input from across disciplines.
• Advanced facilities & equipment: We are committed to delivering cutting-edge veterinary medicine. Our investment includes a Philips BlueSeal 1.5T MRI (helium-free system to support sustainability), Siemens 64-slice CT, Samsung RS-85 ultrasound, digital radiography, C-arm fluoroscopy, and Karl Storz endoscopy and bronchoscopy systems – giving you the tools to deliver world-class care. Ophthalmology specific on-site equipment include a Zeiss Visu 210/S88 operating microscope, a Bausch & Lomb Stellaris Elite phacoemulsification machine, OcuScience HMsERG Vet system, Keeler Cryomatic MK II console, Sterex SX-B Blend epilator/electrolysis unit, shared access to a Peschke PXL VELVET cross-linking unit and diode endolaser unit (both at a sister hospital).
• Dedicated ophthalmology-focussed Veterinary Nurse and Patient Care Assistant, with rotating interns regularly passing through the Ophthalmology Service to offer support and assistance
• Dedicated, separate, fully (and individually) equipped, canine and feline ophthalmology consult rooms (including a microscope for consult-side cytology)
• Our hospital sits in the heart of Hammersmith & Fulham, just steps from the River Thames with excellent transport links across London and to international airports and train stations, it’s a vibrant and convenient place to work.
• LVS is still growing and developing – meaning you’ll have the chance to play a key role in shaping services, influencing hospital culture, and helping define what outstanding specialist care looks like for patients and clients.

Benefits:

• 5 weeks annual leave + bank holidays on a pro-rata basis *
• Additional paid day off to celebrate your birthday
• Enhanced equal family leave
• Enhanced sickness policy
• RCVS & VDS fees paid
• Remuneration for specialty college fees
• CPD allowance
• Extensive learning and development programmes
• Progression opportunities
• Staff discount schemes
• Discounts with Pet Plan
• Recruitment reward scheme
• Wellness package, including;

• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Gym membership discount
• Cycle2Work scheme
• Eye care vouchers
• Flu vaccine voucher

*Pro-rata for part-time associate

The ophthalmology out-of-hours (OOH) rota will be a 1:6 weekend cover, shared between LVS and our sister Linnaeus hospital North Downs Specialist Referrals’ Ophthalmology Service (four ophthalmologists at NDSR), for pre-existing LVS and NDSR cases and ophthalmology inpatients. New emergency ophthalmic cases are not seen OOH. All ophthalmologists on this shared OOH rota will also have to work 1-2 UK/ English bank holidays (of 8 in total) per year. Any potential candidate will have to hold/be eligible to hold a full UK driving license, in order to meet the OOH requirements.

Any further training, lecturing or research commitments will be actively encouraged and supported. The LVS Ophthalmology Service is busy, with a broad and interesting case load. Although a more experienced candidate will be preferred, there will be structured support provided for board-eligible candidates to help prepare for the board exams. There is also potential to be involved with some academic teaching and external zoo/wildlife/exotics species ophthalmology work (but no obligation to do so), if the candidate has an interest in these areas.

Please do not hesitate to contact Dr Vim Kumaratunga, directly, with any further questions specific to the LVS Ophthalmology Service: vim.kumaratunga@londonvetspecialists.vet

If you would like to apply for this role, please visit: https://www.linnaeusgroup.co.uk/careers/vacancies/ophthalmology-specialist

Or for more information, please feel free to reach out directly to Sian Emery, Talent Acquisition Partner at sian.emery@linnaeusgroup.co.uk