Description
We are seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon specialising in Glaucoma to join the internationally renowned Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust.
The successful candidate will combine specialist clinical and surgical practice with service development, leadership, teaching and supervision responsibilities.
Main duties of the job
- Provide expert medical and surgical glaucoma care in outpatient, virtual and theatre settings.
- Deliver consultant-led care across Moorfields North and City Road services.
- Lead and support the development of glaucoma diagnostic and virtual review pathways.
- Perform advanced glaucoma surgery, including complex surgical procedures.
- Supervise, teach and mentor fellows, trainees, specialist optometrists and multidisciplinary staff.
- Participate in clinical governance, audit, quality improvement and service innovation.
- Contribute to research, education and training within the Trust and wider ophthalmology community.
- Participate in the Moorfields low-frequency glaucoma consultant on-call rota.
Benefits
- Competitive salary (£113,565 to £150,569 a year)
- Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme
- 24/7 independent counselling support
- Career-long learning and development opportunities
- Excellent transport connections
- Access to NHS and Blue Light discount schemes
- Free Pilates classes
- Full support and training to develop your skills
Person Specification
- FRCOphth / MRCOphth or equivalent ophthalmic qualification.
- CCT in Ophthalmology or equivalent ophthalmic training (or be within 6 months of CCT date).
- Full GMC Registration (with a 'Licence to Practise').
- Be on or eligible for the GMC specialist register, or be within 6 months of entry.
- Completion of 2 years recognised post-CCT glaucoma fellowship training
- Experience of innovation and management of High Volume Ophthalmic Diagnostic Hubs
- High level of glaucoma surgical experience including filtration, tube and revision surgeries
- Ability to lead & coordinate clinical and multi-professional teams.
- Excellent surgical competence & skills in modern cataract surgery.