Locum Consultant Ophthalmologist Interest in Medical Retina

NHS; Kingston upon Thames; On-site; GBP 109,000 - 146,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a part-time Consultant with Special Interest in Medical Retina at Kingston Hospital. The successful candidate will join a multidisciplinary team providing high-quality ophthalmic care to over 70,000 patients annually. Key responsibilities include supporting the Acute Referral Clinic and undertaking outpatient clinics. Essential qualifications include full GMC registration and a fellowship in vitreoretinal surgery. This fixed-term position offers competitive compensation and the opportunity for professional development.

Qualifications

• Candidates must hold full registration and license with the GMC.
• Must possess a broad skill set in general ophthalmology and medical retina.

Responsibilities

• Provide a first-class service in Ophthalmology.
• Undertake outpatient clinics and day-case surgery.

Skills

Full GMC Registration with License to Practice

Current wide range of general ophthalmology

Independent cataract surgeon

Demonstrable commitment and ability to teach

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Education

Possession of CCT or CESR in Ophthalmology

Higher Degree (MD or PhD or equivalent)

Job description

Job Title

Consultant with Special Interest in Medical Retina – Kingston Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Job Summary

As part of the ongoing expansion and modernisation of the Royal Eye Unit we are growing our team to ensure we continue to deliver a high standard of care to our local community. We are looking to recruit enthusiastic and dynamic people to join our supportive and friendly team during this exciting time.

Applications are invited for the position of Consultant with special interest in medical retina within our thriving Ophthalmology Department at Kingston Hospital NHS Foundation Trust.

This is an excellent opportunity to work within the Royal Eye Unit where our multidisciplinary team sees over 70,000 patients per year. We offer a full range of hospital eye care services including specialist outpatient clinics, admitted care and an acute referral service for eye emergencies.

The post is part‑time, 9.4 PA's per week, with an additional regional on‑call rota. The post holder will also be actively involved in supporting the Acute Referral Clinic (ARC).

Roles and Responsibilities

The post holder is expected to provide a first‑class service in Ophthalmology supported by fellow consultants, junior medical staff and allied health professionals. The post holder will undertake outpatient clinics and day‑case surgery at Kingston Hospital but potentially also at other sites in the locality as service demands require. The post holder will work closely with other medical and surgical colleagues, clinical fellows, specialty doctors and specialist optometrists.

The service line has regular educational meetings and actively supports opportunities for personal development of appointed staff. The post holder will be expected to participate in the postgraduate teaching of medical staff and undergraduates attached to the Trust and in the training of all grades of staff.

Candidates must hold full registration and license with the GMC.

Qualifications & Experience

Essential

• Full GMC Registration with License to Practice
• Possession of CCT or CESR in Ophthalmology
• On GMC's Specialist Register or within 6 months of CCT from the date of the interview
• FRCOPhth or equivalent
• Current wide range of general ophthalmology, vitreoretinal and medical retina experience
• Completed at least one year fellowship in vitreoretinal surgery
• Independent cataract surgeon
• Independent vitreoretinal surgeon
• Sub‑specialty experience in medical retina

Desirable

• Higher Degree (MD or PhD or equivalent)
• Completed fellowship in medical retina

Management Skills

Essential

• Able to communicate at a strategic and operational level

Desirable

• Attended management training course
• Knowledge of finance / budgets
• Experience in setting up a service

Experience in Training, Audit and Research

Essential

• Understanding the principles of clinical governance and its implications
• Understanding and experience of audit
• Relevant research in peer‑reviewed journals
• Demonstrable commitment and ability to teach and train undergraduates and junior doctors

Desirable

• Completed “Train the Trainers” course
• Other certificates of training/education
• Evidence of teaching

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Demonstrate leadership and organisational skills within a multidisciplinary team
• Ability to motivate staff, facilitate appropriate changes in clinical practice and work as part of a team
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, enthusiasm and approachability
• Organisational skill and experience
• Team player
• Flexible
• Commitment to continuing professional development and clinical governance

Contact

Mr Hooman Sherafat – Consultant Ophthalmologist, Clinical Lead for Ophthalmology – Tel: [phone]

Legal and Administrative Information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check: This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires submission for Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship: Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. Further information can be found at the UK Visas and Immigration website (https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/uk-visas-immigration).

UK Registration: Applicants must have current UK professional registration. Further information can be found at the NHS Careers website (https://www.nhs.uk/careers).

Employer Details

Kingston and Richmond NHS Foundation Trust

Kingston Hospital

Galsworthy Road, Kingston upon Thames, KT2 7QB

Website: https://www.kingstonandrichmond.nhs.uk/

Job Details

Posted: 18 December 2025

Grade: Consultant

Salary: £109,725 to £145,478 per annum pro rata

Contract: Fixed term – 12 months

Pattern: Part‑time – 9.4 PA's per week

Reference number: 396‑2839‑MS

Location: Kingston Hospital, Galsworthy Road, Kingston upon Thames, KT2 7QB