Locum Consultant Ophthalmologist- Spec interest in GlaucomaNHS

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen in the Ophthalmology department at Imperial college Healthcare Trust and we are looking for a skilled Consultant Ophthalmologist to join our well-established service within our Glaucoma team.

Your primary base will be The Western Eye Hospital where you will run both outpatient clinics and have opportunity to facilitate theatre lists, providing specialist services to patients from all areas of the Trust. You will also be expected to deliver care through a mix of face-to-face and virtual clinics at any of our sites, so travel may be required.

In addition to clinical duties, you will play a key role in supervising resident doctors and fellows in both clinic and theatre, supporting their development and ensuring the highest standards of patient care.

If you are passionate about advancing Glaucoma services and thrive in a collaborative, multi-site environment, we would love to hear from you!

Main duties of the job

In this role, you will contribute to delivering exceptional Ophthalmology services across Imperial college healthcare NHS trust.

Your key responsibilities include:

Clinical Duties:

• Performing surgical procedures in theatre.
• Leading and participating in outpatient clinics.
• Driving the development and improvement of ophthalmology services.
• Teaching and mentoring colleagues to support clinical excellence.

Job description

Main areas of responsibility as below however please read the provided job description for full details of the role.

• Provide High Quality Care to Patients in Ophthalmology
• Performance Management
• Medical Staff Management
• Governance
• Leadership and Team Working

About us

At Imperial College Healthcare you can achieve extraordinary things with extraordinary people, working with leading clinicians pushing boundaries in patient care.

Become part of a vibrant team living our values - expert, kind, collaborative and aspirational. You'll get an experience like no other and will fast forward your career.

Benefits include career development, flexible working and wellbeing, staff recognition scheme. Make use of optional benefits including Cycle to Work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities.

We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and will consider applications to work flexibly,part time or job share. Please talk tous at interview.