Consultant Ophthalmologist

Practice Plus Group; Gillingham; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 105,000; Part time

Job summary

Practice Plus Group is seeking a confident Consultant Ophthalmologist to join our ophthalmology team at the Gillingham Surgical Centre. This is a part-time employed position ideal for an experienced consultant seeking flexibility alongside existing commitments.

You will perform high-volume cataract surgeries, provide full ophthalmic care, and contribute to oculoplastics and medical retina services. The role offers a supportive MDT environment and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as an NHS consultant in ophthalmology.
• Proven track record in high-volume cataract surgery.
• Experience in oculoplastics and medical retina (Wet AMD) preferred.
• Full GMC registration with specialist registration in Ophthalmology.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Commitment to clinical governance, audit and CPD.

Responsibilities

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

Job description

About The Role

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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-timeemployed 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

As our Consultant Ophthalmologist, you will be:

• 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

As a confident, independent high-volume cataract surgeon with at least 5-years’ experience as a NHS consultant, you will also have:

• 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