Locum Paediatric Ophthalmology Consultant Employer: Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust, Queens Medical Centre, Nottingham Salary: £109,725 – £145,478 pa, Yearly Closing date: 04/01/2026 23:59 Job overview An exciting opportunity has arisen for the post of Locum Consultant Ophthalmologist with expertise in Paediatrics (including Adult and Paediatric Strabismus). We are looking for a dynamic individual to join our team of 25 Ophthalmic Consultants at Queen’s Medical Centre and make a difference to Ophthalmology services within Nottingham and beyond. Applicants must be fully registered with the GMC and be on the GMC Specialist Register for surgical Ophthalmology or within 6 months of their expected date of receipt of a CCT at the time of interview. Main duties of the job

Manage a full range of Ophthalmology patients admitted to the Trust. Provide comprehensive elective and emergency Ophthalmic service with consultant colleagues. Provide reciprocal cover for periods of leave. Maintain continued responsibility for the care of patients in charge and ensure proper functioning of the department. Adapt duties in line with changing service requirements, mutually agreed with colleagues and the Trust. Devote substantially the whole of the time to the duties of the post and give them priority at all times.

Professional Registration

Full GMC registration Eligibility to be included on the specialist register CCT expected within 6 months of interview date

Professional Qualifications

FRCS/FRCOphth or equivalent Higher professional degree, ChM, DM, PhD or equivalent

Clinical Skills / Experience

Full general ophthalmic surgical training with extensive experience of general ophthalmology and sub‑specialty expertise in Paediatrics Fellowship level in Paediatrics Evidence of technical skills as described in the job description and person specification Able to perform ROP screening and treatment services Able to perform paediatric cataract surgery independently Able to perform adult strabismus surgery Specific training in communication skills Specific training in patient safety and/or human factors Experience of working within a paediatric ophthalmology service Able to manage patients with ocular motility issues including adults Special interests in subspecialties within paediatric ophthalmology (e.g., glaucoma and oculoplastics)

Management and Communication Skills

Able to develop, present and operationalise coherent ideas for service development/delivery Able to work in a team Able to communicate effectively and appropriately with patients, their families and other health professionals Experience of change management

Teaching, Audit and Research

Evidence of participation in clinical audit Evidence of participation in clinical researchAble to teach and support junior staff effectively Original research publications Higher teaching degree/qualification/training

Working for our organisation With over 19,000 staff, we are one of the biggest employers in the city, playing a leading role in research, education and innovation. NUH has a national and international reputation for high quality patient care, research, education and innovation, and strong links to local universities. Benefits

Access to Staff Wellbeing programme including free 24‑hour advice and emotional support service, financial advice service, staff physiotherapy and staff support networks Secure cycle facilities Consultant car park on the QMC campus Spiritual and Pastoral Care Services Salary sacrifice schemes Cycle to work and travel passes Staff restaurants

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Applicants are particularly welcomed and encouraged to identify as Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic, or Disabled. We are striving to be better represented at NUH. #J-18808-Ljbffr