Locum Ophthalmologist – Oculoplastics Specialist (12m)

King's College Hospital; Sidcup; Hybrid; GBP 114,000 - 151,000; Full time

Job summary

King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust in Sidcup is seeking a Locum Consultant Ophthalmologist with a special interest in Oculoplastics, Lacrimal and Orbitals to cover a 12-month fixed-term contract. The role includes leadership, teaching and service delivery across sites.

The post involves developing outpatient and surgical services from complex to routine cases, with a focus on oculoplastic procedures and high-volume cataract work, while supporting training and audits as part of the

Qualifications

• FRCOphth / MRCOphth or equivalent
• CCT in Ophthalmology or equivalent training (or within 6 months of CCT)
• Higher degree or diploma (MS, MD or PhD)

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist leadership in Oculoplastics, Lacrimal and Orbitals services.
• Develop outpatient and surgical services for complex to routine cases.
• Teach and supervise junior medical and non-medical staff.
• Contribute to CPD, clinical governance and audit activities.
• Participate in on-call rota and cover colleagues' leave as required.
• Support teaching, training, and examinations within the department.
• Contribute to departmental service planning and cross-site coordination.

Skills

Leadership

Teaching

Ophthalmology expertise

Education

FRCOphth / MRCOphth or equivalent

CCT in Ophthalmology or equivalent training

Higher degree or diploma (MS/MD/PhD)

Job description

King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust in Sidcup is seeking a Locum Consultant Ophthalmologist with a special interest in Oculoplastics, Lacrimal and Orbitals to cover a 12-month fixed-term contract. The role includes leadership, teaching and service delivery across sites.

The post involves developing outpatient and surgical services from complex to routine cases, with a focus on oculoplastic procedures and high-volume cataract work, while supporting training and audits as part of the