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External Eye Disease Locum Consultant

Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Brent Cross, NW4 3FP

Salary

£103,684 to £137,469

Contract

Locum

Hours

Not specified

Closing date

13 September 2026

13 days left

Job description

We are seeking an enthusiastic and highly skilled Locum Consultant Ophthalmologist specialising in Cornea to join Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundati...

The post holder will play a key role in establishing and developing a new corneal service across Moorfields' Stratford and Brent Cross sites.

Key responsibilities include

  • Establishing and leading a new corneal service at Stratford and Brent Cross.
  • Delivering consultant-led corneal outpatient clinics for new and follow-up patients.
  • Undertaking corneal surgery and leading corneal theatre sessions.
  • Providing expert clinical care and ensuring high standards of patient-centred treatment.
  • Contributing to service development, quality improvement and operational efficiency initiatives.
  • Supervising, teaching and supporting junior doctors, medical students, observers and allied healthcare professionals.
  • Participating in research, audit and educational activities in line with Moorfields' commitment to innovation and excellence.
  • Working collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams to deliver safe, effective and high-quality care.
  • Supporting performance, quality and governance objectives across the service.
  • Contributing to business planning, service development and the continued growth of corneal services within the Trust.
  • Maintaining professional standards in line with GMC requirements, appraisal and revalidation processes.

The successful candidate will join a highly regarded corneal team and have the opportunity to shape and develop services while working within one of the world's leading specialist eye hospitals.

The successful applicant will join Moorfields Eye Hospital as a Locum Consultant Ophthalmologist specialising in Cornea, working across the Stratford and Brent Cross sites to establish, develop and lead a new corneal service.

The post holder will be responsible for providing high-quality consultant-led care for patients with corneal and external eye disease, ensuring the delivery of safe, effective and patient-centred services. Clinical duties will include the assessment and management of new and follow-up patients in outpatient clinics, undertaking corneal surgical procedures and theatre lists, and supporting the management of referrals into the Corneal Service.

The successful candidate will be expected to work collaboratively with medical, nursing, allied health professional and managerial colleagues to support service delivery, operational performance and continuous quality improvement. They will contribute to the development of clinical pathways, audit programmes, service improvement initiatives and clinical governance activities to maintain the highest standards of patient care.

The role includes participation in teaching and training activities, providing supervision and support to junior doctors, medical students, observers and allied healthcare professionals. The post holder will also contribute to Moorfields' internationally recognised research, education and innovation agenda through involvement in research, audit and academic activities where appropriate.

As a senior clinical leader, the post holder will be expected to demonstrate excellent communication and leadership skills, support multidisciplinary team working, participate in business planning and service development, and contribute to the achievement of Trust objectives.

This full-time post comprises 9.13 Programmed Activities (7.13 clinical, 1 Supporting Professional Activities and 1 associated administration) and has no on-call commitment. The job plan may be reviewed and amended in line with service requirements and the successful candidate's expertise.

Moorfields Eye Hospital offers a unique opportunity to work within one of the world's leading specialist eye hospitals, combining excellent clinical practice with opportunities for research, teaching and service innovation.

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 salaryo 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.

Education & Qualifications

Essential

  • 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

Desirable

  • Higher Degree (e.g. MSc, MD or PhD).

Further Training & Knowledge

Essential

  • Have completed Higher Specialist Training in Ophthalmology or equivalent.
  • Have completed at least 12 months of post CCT corneal fellowship and be able to demonstrate good outcomes in keratoplasty
  • Experience in emergency ophthalmology and managing urgent care eye conditions

Desirable

  • Should have received training in educational supervision as defined by the GMC.
  • Attended clinical leadership training.
  • Prior Consultant Level Experience as a Corneal Specialist

Skills & Ability

Essential

  • Audit & research Skills
  • Track Record of peer-reviewed scientific clinical journals.
  • Excellent surgical competence & skills in cataract surgery.
  • Excellent surgical competence & skills in corneal graft surgery.
  • Emergency ophthalmology skills
  • Commitment to the provision of a quality service.
  • Ability to work under pressure
  • Commitment to staff development
  • Reliable work record

Desirable

  • Excellent teaching & presentation skills.
  • Management skills & experience.

Experience

Essential

  • Experience of teaching at postgraduate levels.
  • Active involvement in Service Improvement and Audit

Desirable

  • Experience of public & patient engagement.
  • Involvement in clinical leadership roles such a participation in QIPP projects & service improvement projects.
  • Management innovation experience

How to apply

Applications are handled entirely by the employer on the original advert. We do not collect CVs, supporting statements or application data.

Provenance

Source

NHS Jobs

First seen

28 August 2026

Last checked

31 August 2026

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