Locum Consultant in Ophthalmology

Wrightington, Wigan & Leigh NHS Foundation Trust; Wigan; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An NHS foundation trust in the UK seeks a Locum Consultant in Ophthalmology, focusing on Oculoplastic. The role involves providing a comprehensive ophthalmology service while supervising and training junior staff. Candidates must have experience in ophthalmology and a commitment to continuous professional development. Responsibilities include engaging in clinical governance and on-call duties, ensuring high-quality care for patients.

Qualifications

• Experienced in Consultant Ophthalmology with a specialist interest in Oculoplastic.

Responsibilities

• Provide a Consultant Ophthalmology service for day cases and outpatients.
• Deliver specialist lacrimal and oculoplastic expertise.
• Participate in the Consultant on call rota (1:8).
• Engage in the education programme of junior medical staff.
• Supervise and train junior hospital doctors.

Job description

Position Summary

The successful candidate will join our busy team providing a Consultant Ophthalmology service for inpatients, day cases and outpatients, with continuing responsibility for the patients, their care and the effective running of the department.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide a Consultant Ophthalmology service for day cases and outpatients
• Deliver specialist lacrimal and oculoplastic expertise to serve the local population
• Participate in the Consultant on call rota (1:8)
• Carry out teaching duties and engage in the education programme of junior medical staff, nurses and AHPs
• Supervise and train junior hospital doctors
• Participate in clinical audit, evidence‑based practice and clinical governance within the department
• Engage in regional sub‑speciality audit and clinical governance, maintaining continuous professional development (CPD)
• Keep informed of latest Trust news and events via the Trust’s social media accounts

Appointment Details

We are looking for an experienced Locum Consultant in Ophthalmology with a specialist interest in Oculoplastic.

Recruitment Information

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On‑Call

Some roles may require participation in an on‑call rota, if the role is predominantly operational.

Continuous Service

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