Paediatric Ophthalmology Consultant
Location: Surrey
Contract Type: Locum
Job Type: Full time
Pay: £90 - £100p/h
Duration: 20th April - 28th August - view to extend
We have an urgent requirement for an OPHTHALMOLOGY ( PAEDS ) - CONSULTANT. Additional Info: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday 09:00 - 17:30 & 08:00 - 17:30. Must have Paeds and Ocular Motility experience.
Job Summary
We're recruiting an experienced Ophthalmology Consultant to join a high‑quality eye service, delivering safe, patient‑centred care across outpatient clinics, diagnostics and surgical pathways. This role suits a locum consultant with at least six months recent NHS experience who can adapt quickly to NHS systems, pathways and multidisciplinary working.
About You
You're a clinically confident Ophthalmology Consultant with strong surgical skills and up‑to‑date knowledge across general ophthalmology and cataract surgery. You value teamwork, communicate clearly, and take pride in delivering a positive patient experience.
You're committed to maintaining high standards of care, working collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams and contributing to continuous service improvement.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver high‑quality outpatient, diagnostic and surgical ophthalmology services, including cataract surgery and general ophthalmology care
- Provide subspecialty expertise where appropriate, supporting overall departmental capacity
- Work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams to ensure smooth and effective patient pathways
- Support junior doctors, nursing teams and wider clinical colleagues
- Contribute day to day‑case surgery provision in line with national and departmental standards
- Maintain accurate clinical documentation in line with GMC and NHS Trust requirements
- Participate in clinical governance, audit, MDT activity and service development
- Provide clear advice and guidance to patients, carers, GPs and healthcare partners
Essential Skills & Experience
- Full GMC registration with a licence to practise
- Minimum six months recent NHS experience
- Strong cataract surgery experience and broad general ophthalmology competence
- Evidence of ongoing continuous professional development
- Clear and confident communication skills
- Ability to work autonomously and as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Compassionate, patient‑centred approach
Desirable Skills & Experience
- Subspecialty interest such as oculoplastic, cornea, glaucoma or medical retina
- Experience contributing to ophthalmology service development
- Teaching or supervisory experience
- Involvement in audit, quality improvement or research activity
Benefits of Working with Medacs Healthcare
- Competitive pay with weekly payroll
- Flexible working options
- 24/7 support from our dedicated team
- Access to CPD and training opportunities
- Roles across NHS and private healthcare settings
- Referral bonuses and loyalty rewards
Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.
We're committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcome applications from all backgrounds.
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