Locum Consultant Ophthalmologist in Neuro-Ophthalmology and Strabismus

Job Advert Skip to main content Cookies on NHS Jobs We've put some small files called cookies on your device to help us make improvements to our site. To improve our site we'd also like to use cookies which will send information to Google Analytics. You can read more about our cookies before you choose. Accept analytics cookies Do not accept analytics cookies Jobs Menu Sign in Create an account English Cymraeg Menu Close menu Search Sign in Create an account Display in Welsh (Cymraeg) Search Sign in Create an account Display in Welsh (Cymraeg) BETA Your feedback will help us to improve this service. Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Locum Consultant Ophthalmologist in Neuro-Ophthalmology and Strabismus The closing date is 15 October 2026 Apply for this job Job summary The post is comprised of 9.11 programmed activities (PAs), of which 6.56 provide direct clinical care (DCC), 1 DCC (Patient Administration), 0.05 DCC for the on-call rota, and 1.5 are for supporting professional activities (SPAs). The post is based at the Moorfields St George's site. The proposed job plan is detailed below, which is subject to change in response to the demand of the service. This may increase to 10PAs depending on clinical need, in the future. The post also involves taking part in the joint MEH/Southwest London on-call rota, currently on a 1:22 weekly basis. The St George's Neuro-Ophthalmology sessions include outpatient face to face and virtual clinics, and MDT clinics. The St George's Strabismus sessions include outpatient face to face clinics, and a bi-weekly theatre. The post-holder will work closely with local support services, nursing and administrative teams to provide a comprehensive outpatient and elective service to diverse populations within the Southwest London sector. Applicants are required to hold FRCOphth, or equivalent, and be registered with the General Medical Council. Fellowship training within Neuro-Ophthalmology / Strabismus is essential and formal teaching experience would be advantageous. Main duties of the job Delivery of direct clinical care within the services managed, including the treatment of routine and urgent cases and management of clinically complex or sight threating conditions. This will include supporting with triage, assessment, and review of patients. On the day leadership and management of the department, including supervising junior medical staff, nurse practitioners and AHP colleagues, and supporting with operational management decisions to ensure the smooth running of the department and delivery against operational targets. Contribution to continuous service development and improvement, engagement in audits, and supporting robust clinical governance. Providing appropriate training and teaching to staff, supporting their professional development. Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to provide specialist advice as required. Engage in research to stay up to date with current research and drive continuous innovation. Maintain continuous professional development in line with Royal College of Ophthalmologist requirements. About us What's in it for You? At Moorfields, we invest in you--your growth, your wellbeing, your future.You'll join a flexible, supportive organisation offering: o Competitive salary (including high-cost area supplement)o Membership of the NHS Pension Schemeo 24/7 independent counselling supporto Career-long learning and development opportunitieso Excellent transport connectionso Access to NHS and Blue Light discount schemeso Free Pilates classeso Full support and training to develop your skills And so much more! To see the full range of benefits we offer please view our Moorfields benefits leaflet. Details Date posted 01 October 2026 Pay scheme Hospital medical and dental staff Grade Consultant Salary £109,022.40 to £144,546.24 a year per annum, pro rata Contract Fixed term Duration 12 months Working pattern Part-time Reference number 273-DS-8312887 Job loca