The closing date is 30 July 2026Job summaryAn exciting opportunity has arisen for a full time (10 PA) Locum Consultant Ophthalmologist in Urgent Eye and Cataracts within the Ophthalmology Service at Royal Free London NHS Trust.
Main duties of the jobThe Ophthalmology department serves patient in the North Central London area and offers a comprehensive range of routine and specialist ophthalmic services and treatments across multiple sites. Sub-specialty services include medical retina, surgical retina, cornea / anterior segment, oculoplastic, neuro ophthalmology and glaucoma. The successful candidate will join a clinical team of Consultant Surgeons, Specialty Doctors and trainees, supported by Orthoptists, Optometrists, Nurses and Ophthalmic Technicians.
Main Duties- Assist with the provision of Urgent Eye and Cataract services for Royal Free London NHS Trust
- Support infection prevention & control and antimicrobial stewardship activities.
- Participate in the supervision and training of specialty trainees and clinical scientists, teaching of other junior trainees, medical students and hospital staff as appropriate.
- Participate in quality improvement and clinical audit.
- Participate in service development and policy review.
- Participate in CPD and quality assurance activity including annual appraisal and revalidation.
About usThe Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's biggest and most innovative trusts. Across three main hospitals, our dedicated army of staff care for over 1.6million patients, treat more than 200,000 in A&E, deliver over 8,000 babies and carry out more than 17million tests.Our size, scale and influence offer you unrivalled career opportunities and a forward-thinking approach to working that works around your lifestyle. From flexible hours and generous benefits, to next level training, we make it easier to take your career to the topFor more information please follow link https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/
Date posted: 16 July 2026
Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade: Consultant
Salary: £113,565 to £150,569 a year per annum plus £2,162 London weighting Pro rata
Contract: Fixed term
Duration: 12 months
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 391-RFL-8149152
Job locations: Royal Free Hospital, Pond Street, Hamstead, London, NW3 2QG, United Kingdom
Job descriptionPlease see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust.
Person SpecificationEducation & professional QualificationsEssential- Full GMC registration
- FRCOphth or equivalent
- CCT in Ophthalmology or interview within 6 months of CCT date
Desirable- MD or PhD
- Outstanding research record
Royal Free World Class ValuesEssential- Demonstrable ability to meet the Trust Values
ExperienceEssential- Broad experience in Ophthalmology and subspecialty experience in Glaucoma
Desirable- Training and education of undergraduate and postgraduate students
Skills and aptitudesEssential- Strong teaching skills and experience
- Understanding of clinical governance and audit procedures
Personal Qualities & attributesEssential- Ability to work within a multi-disciplinary team
- Motivated, flexible and enthusiastic
Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of SponsorshipApplications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer detailsEmployer name: Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust
Address: Royal Free Hospital, Pond Street, Hamstead, London, NW3 2QG, United Kingdom
Employer's website: https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact detailsFor questions about the job, contact: Consultant Ophthalmologist and Clinical Director, Zine Elhousseini, zine.elhousseini@nhs.net
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