Locum Consultant Paediatric Ophthalmologist
Pulse HealthcareLondon, United Kingdom · Posted 11 months agoDescription
Job Title: Locum Consultant Paediatric Ophthalmologist
Location: London, UK
Job Type: Locum/Temp
Contract Length: 6 months
Start Date: ASAP
Salary: Hourly Rate - £90.00-£ 115.00
Working Hours: Full-time / Part-time (flexible depending on availability)
Job Summary:
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Locum Consultant Paediatric Ophthalmologist to join our dynamic ophthalmology team in London. This is an exciting opportunity to provide specialist care for children with a wide range of ocular conditions in a leading healthcare setting. The role involves outpatient clinics, surgical procedures, multidisciplinary team participation, and teaching responsibilities.
Key Responsibilities:
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Provide high-quality clinical care to paediatric patients with ophthalmic conditions.
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Diagnose and manage conditions such as strabismus, amblyopia, congenital cataracts, nasolacrimal duct obstruction, and other paediatric ocular diseases.
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Perform specialist paediatric ophthalmic surgery where appropriate.
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Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings with orthoptists, optometrists, and paediatricians.
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Support emergency and urgent care where necessary.
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Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in line with governance standards.
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Provide supervision and training to junior doctors, orthoptic staff, and trainees.
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Engage in audit, clinical governance, and quality improvement projects.
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Contribute to the ongoing development of paediatric ophthalmology services.
Essential Criteria:
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Full GMC registration with a licence to practise.
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Inclusion on the GMC Specialist Register in Ophthalmology (or eligible within 6 months).
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Extensive experience in Paediatric Ophthalmology at Consultant or equivalent level.
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Fellowship training or substantial experience in paediatric ophthalmology.
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Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
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Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
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Up-to-date with safeguarding and child protection protocols.
Desirable Criteria:
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FRCOphth or equivalent specialist qualification.
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Experience working in the NHS or similar healthcare systems.
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Experience in teaching or research in paediatric ophthalmology.
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Previous locum or consultant-level roles in a tertiary or secondary care setting.
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