Consultant Ophthalmologist

Practice Plus Group; Gillingham; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 76,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-related incentive scheme

Flexible shifts

Wellbeing and lifestyle benefits

10 CPD days per year

25 days holiday increasing with tenure

Job summary

Practice Plus Group is looking for a confident, high-volume Consultant Ophthalmologist to join the Gillingham Surgical Centre ophthalmology team. This part-time employed role offers flexibility to complement NHS or private commitments while delivering outstanding patient care in a safe, supportive environment.

You will perform cataract surgery with phacoemulsification, contribute expertise in oculoplastics and medical retina, and participate in clinics, theatre sessions and governance

Qualifications

• Proven experience in cataract surgery with additional skills in oculoplastics and Wet AMD.
• Full GMC registration with specialist registration in Ophthalmology.
• Strong clinical quality and outcomes record.
• Excellent communication and a collaborative, team-focused approach.
• Commitment to clinical governance, audit and CPD.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-volume cataract surgery, including phacoemulsification under topical anaesthesia.
• Provide pre-operative, intra-operative and post-operative ophthalmic care.
• Contribute specialist expertise in oculoplastics and medical retina / Wet AMD.
• Work with fellow consultants, nursing teams and MDT colleagues to deliver excellent patient outcomes.
• Participate in outpatient clinics, theatre sessions and clinical governance activity.
• Support service development, audit and continuous improvement within ophthalmology.
• Maintain high clinical standards, patient safety and quality outcomes.

Skills

Cataract surgery

Oculoplastics

Wet AMD

Team collaboration

Education

GMC specialist registration in Ophthalmology

Job description

About The Role
UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE
+ MAKE A DIFFERENCE FOR EVERY PATIENT
We're looking for a confident, high-volume Consultant Ophthalmologist to join our friendly, professional ophthalmology team at our Gillingham Surgical Centre. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced consultant who is passionate about delivering outstanding patient care in a safe, supportive and well-run environment.
You'll be joining a centre of excellence in ophthalmology, with access to modern facilities, streamlined pathways and a highly skilled multidisciplinary team. This role is ideally suited to a consultant seeking a part-time employed position, alongside existing NHS or private practice.
If you're looking for a rewarding, stable role where you can focus on high-quality ophthalmic care while maintaining flexibility alongside existing commitments, we'd love to hear from you.

What you'll be doing

• Delivering high-volume cataract surgery, including phacoemulsification under topical anaesthesia
• Providing pre-operative, intra-operative and post-operative ophthalmic care
• Contributing specialist expertise in oculoplastics and medical retina / Wet AMD
• Working closely with fellow consultants, nursing teams and wider MDT colleagues to deliver excellent patient outcomes
• Participating in outpatient clinics, theatre sessions and clinical governance activity
• Supporting service development, audit and continuous improvement within the ophthalmology service
• Playing an active role in maintaining high clinical standards, patient safety and quality outcomes

What we'll look for in you

• Proven experience in cataract surgery, with additional skills in oculoplastics and Wet AMD
• Full GMC registration with specialist registration in Ophthalmology
• A strong clinical quality and outcomes record
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative, team-focused approach
• A commitment to clinical governance, audit and continuous professional development
• A consultant who values working within a safe, friendly and professional team environment

What you can expect in return

• A competitive salary based on experience
• Working 20-hours per week
• A performance related incentive scheme
• The support you need to grow in your role and continue your professional development including 10 days CPD per year
• 25 days holiday increasing with service up to a maximum of 28 days plus bank holidays
• An extensive range of wellbeing and lifestyle benefits
• Flexible shifts that enable you to work around other commitments
• Mandatory training through our excellent in-house education programme

Practice Plus Group is an equal opportunities employer.