Locum Consultant Ophthalmologist with special interest in Glaucoma

Wrightington, Wigan and Leigh Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Wigan; On-site; GBP 105,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS trust is seeking a Locum Consultant Ophthalmologist with a strong interest in Glaucoma to join their dedicated team. This role involves leading specialized services, contributing to patient care across multiple sites, and participating in medical training and education. The position offers a competitive salary within the NHS framework, with opportunities for professional growth and development in a supportive environment, emphasizing both patient care and medical education.

Qualifications

• Required qualifications include MBBS, FRCOphth, full GMC registration, and specialty-specific exams.
• Experience in Ophthalmology, specifically Glaucoma, is necessary.
• Evidence of commitment to clinical governance and team building.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of a specialised Glaucoma service.
• Participate weekly in the Urgent Referral Clinic.
• Contribute to Clinical Governance and ongoing service improvements.

Skills

Clinical Governance

Communication

Team Building

Education

MBBS or Basic Medical Degree

FRCOphth or equivalent

Specialty specific exams

MD/MS

Job description

Locum Consultant Ophthalmologist with special interest in Glaucoma

Employer Wrightington, Wigan and Leigh Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Location Wigan Salary £105,504 to £139,882 a year 9 PA job plan Closing date 19 Jun 2025

The appointee will be based at the main ophthalmic site, Boston House. They will, however, be required to provide a comprehensive ophthalmology service to support the Trust's ophthalmic workload wherever it is located. This will involve regular travel to other sites, in particular Leigh Infirmary where surgery is performed.

Main duties of the job

Lead and develop a specialised Glaucoma service for the diagnosis and medical and surgical management of patients who present with all forms of glaucoma. With the current backlogs, there is much enthusiasm to expand virtual glaucoma clinics and care

Participate on a weekly basis in the running of the Urgent Referral Clinic. Accept personal responsibility for the total clinical care of patients referred to them. Contribute to and participate in the development of the service and assist in the delivery of the national 18-week programme.

Collaborate positively with colleagues to provide effective clinical leadership for all the staff in the service. Work collaboratively with all staff to establish and sustain a team approach in managing waiting lists, reducing waiting times and ensuring essential services are delivered in line with the Department's and Trust's protocols and patient charter/service requirements. Contribute to Clinical Governance, Clinic Audit and evidence-based practice within the department. Participate in teaching of undergraduates and postgraduates and other health care professionals. Provide supervision and training to junior hospital doctors and to facilitate the expansion of the role of Non-Medical Practitioners. To contribute to the management of ophthalmic services within the Trust. Participate regularly in departmental case review meetings.

About us

Why be a cog when you can be the wheel for change?

Join our small friendly department that has always punched above its weight in patient focused service delivery. With fresh leadership and new strategies, the Department is now poised for change and expansion - ready to transform to an Eye Unit with equal emphasis on training and teaching, whilst we continue to deliver safe patient care and quality patient experience.

We are on the lookout for a dedicated and enthusiastic glaucoma specialist with the desire to build and lead an exemplary Unit that offers timely proven medical and surgical care to our cohort of glaucoma patients.

WWL NHS FT has recently acquired Teaching hospital status and will fully support the individual in their training and teaching aspirations. Our Trust has in the past year built a close relationship with the Edge Hill University Medical School to offer undergraduate and postgraduate placements to medical students.

We welcome any requests for departmental visits and informal discussions in relation to the post.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Lead and develop a specialised Glaucoma service for the diagnosis and medical and surgical management of patients who present with all forms of glaucoma. The Trust is keen on increasing virtual clinics and care in all sub-specialities and will expect such clinics as part of the Glaucoma Service.

Participate on a weekly basis in the running of the Urgent Referral Clinic. Contribute to Clinical Governance, Clinic Audit and evidence-based practice within the department. To always promote the Equality Agenda. Participate in teaching and supervision of undergraduates and postgraduates and other health care professionals.

To fully embrace the flexible working practices of the department. To actively support the Clinical Director/Clinical Lead and Trust in continually developing the service, introducing new innovations and working practices and continually improving efficiency. To participate actively in continuing professional development (CPD).

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• MBBS or Basic Medical Degree
• FRCOphth or equivalent
• Full registration with GMC
• Specialty specific exams
• MD/MS

Additional

Essential

• Motivated and ambitious
• Evidence of commitment to team building
• Understanding of Clinical Governance and quality issues

Experience

Essential

• Glaucoma Fellowship or equivalent experience
• Proven Clinical experience in Ophthalmology, with a broad experience of the specialty
• Ability to carry out high volume cataract surgery
• Ability to organise and prioritise work effectively
• Able to plan and develop the service
• Experience of working in and leading a multi-disciplinary team, balancing departmental and personal objectives

Skills

Essential

• Ability to communicate clearly with clinical colleagues, laboratory staff, and other staff and agencies
• Experience in teaching junior medical staff
• Commitment to continuing professional development

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