Locum Consultant Ophthalmologist

Locum Consultant Ophthalmologist The closing date is 30 April 2026

University Hospital of North Midlands NHS Trust is seeking a Locum Consultant in Ophthalmology to cover maternity leave. The successful candidate will have a specialist interest in Medical Retina and Uveitis and will work with the Ophthalmology Consultants who provide a first class service.

Main duties of the job

• Provide an exceptional level of care for patients presenting with ophthalmic problems in an outpatient environment.
• Support a comprehensive outpatient service within Ophthalmology.
• Treat patients with ophthalmic conditions.
• Continue clinical responsibility for patients in your charge.
• Work with colleagues in other professions and support inter disciplinary work.
• Triage patients and safely discharge patients when appropriate.

The job plan will be agreed with the successful candidate and will be based on an 8 PA working week. The appointed candidate will be expected to engage with the Ophthalmology Department delivery. Scheduling of sessions is by mutual agreement. Opportunities exist for flexible working, extended working days, and expanding weekend working.

Any applicant who is unable, for personal reasons, to work full time will be eligible to be considered for the post. Modifications of the job content will be discussed on a personal basis with the Trust in consultation with consultant colleagues.

Qualifications

• Full GMC registration with licence to practice.
• Completed at least 12 years full time postgraduate training (or equivalent gained part time) or have equivalent experience and competencies.

Experience

• Appropriate experience and competencies as defined in the basic and higher specialist training curriculum of the Royal College of Ophthalmologists or evidence of sound ophthalmic training equivalent to that recognised in the UK. Recognised sub speciality training in Uveitis and Medical Retina.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and a submission for Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly CRB) will be required to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Salary

£109,725 to £145,478 a year, pro rata.

Location: Royal Stoke University Hospital and County Hospital, Stafford.