Consultant Ophthalmology - London

Medacs Healthcare; Waterford; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Weekly payroll

Flexible working options

24/7 support

CPD access

Roles across NHS and private settings

Referral bonuses

Job summary

Medacs Healthcare is seeking an experienced Ophthalmology Consultant to join a high-quality eye service in NHS settings, covering outpatient clinics, diagnostics and surgical pathways. This locum role suits a consultant with NHS experience who can adapt quickly to NHS systems and multidisciplinary teams.

The role includes cataract care and general ophthalmology with potential subspecialty input. You will work with a collaborative MDT, support junior colleagues and contribute to governance and

Qualifications

• Full GMC registration with a licence to practise.
• Minimum six months recent NHS experience.
• Strong cataract surgery experience.
• Clear and confident communication skills.
• Subspecialty interest such as oculoplastic, cornea, glaucoma or medical retina.
• Evidence of ongoing continuous professional development.

Responsibilities

• Deliver outpatient, diagnostic and surgical ophthalmology services including cataract surgery.
• Provide subspecialty expertise where appropriate, supporting overall departmental capacity.
• Work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams to ensure smooth patient pathways.
• Support junior doctors, nursing teams and wider clinical colleagues.
• Contribute day-to-day case surgery provision in line with standards.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation per 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.

Skills

Ophthalmology

Consultant level

Cataract surgery

General ophthalmology

NHS experience

GMC registration

CPD

Education

Fellowship in Ophthalmology

Job description

Shifts: MON - 1300-1700 / TUES - 0900-1300 / WED - 1300-1700 / THURS - 0900-1300

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.

You'll contribute to comprehensive ophthalmology services, including cataract care and general ophthalmology, with the opportunity to provide subspecialty input depending on service needs.

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
• 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
• 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

About Medacs Healthcare

Medacs Healthcare has over 30 year's experience supporting doctors across the UK. We work in close partnership with Ophthalmologists at every stage of their career, offering flexible opportunities, dedicated support and a people‑focused recruitment experience built on trust and transparency.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.

We’re committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcome applications from all backgrounds.