Loading...

Please Note

  • An estimate based on public data for similar roles. Not provided by the employer.

Locum Consultant Ophthalmologist - Glaucoma

United Kingdom Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Estimated salary: £113,565 to £150,569 a year
Role summary

Written by MyIslandJob from the job title and employer. See the employer's page for the full description.

The role requires a GMC-registered doctor eligible for, or already included on, the Specialist Register in Ophthalmology, with substantial clinical experience in glaucoma diagnosis, medical and surgical management, and consultant-level patient care. The successful candidate should hold appropriate postgraduate qualifications, demonstrate safe and effective clinical practice, and contribute to glaucoma clinics, operating lists, emergency ophthalmology, teaching, audit, and service development. Candidates are expected to communicate well with patients and colleagues, work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams, maintain accurate records, support clinical governance, and uphold NHS values. Experience relevant to the Trust’s service needs, including complex glaucoma and cataract work, would be advantageous.

About the employer

Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides hospital and community healthcare services across Hampshire, including Royal Hampshire County Hospital in Winchester, Andover War Memorial Hospital, and community locations. The Trust serves a large and diverse population and delivers emergency, elective, outpatient, diagnostic, maternity, cancer, and specialist services. Its ophthalmology teams provide assessment and treatment for a wide range of eye conditions, including glaucoma, cataracts, and emergency eye problems. As an NHS employer, the Trust supports professional development, clinical education, research, multidisciplinary working, and strong standards of patient safety and quality. Staff benefits commonly include NHS pension membership, annual leave, study opportunities, occupational health support, and access to wellbeing initiatives. The organisation seeks clinicians who are patient-focused, inclusive, collaborative, and committed to continuous improvement across its services.

Working in United Kingdom

The United Kingdom offers strong employment opportunities for doctors, nurses, allied health professionals, technology specialists, engineers, finance professionals, and educators. Its culture is diverse and generally values politeness, punctuality, personal privacy, and clear professional communication. Lifestyle options range from busy cities and historic towns to coastal and rural communities, with excellent transport, museums, sports, and varied food. Living costs are highest in London and parts of southern England; Hampshire is relatively well connected but housing can still be expensive. International healthcare professionals usually need professional registration, such as GMC registration for doctors, and may require an approved English-language qualification. Eligible sponsored workers can apply for a Skilled Worker visa, with an employer-issued Certificate of Sponsorship and required salary and eligibility checks. Relocating involves arranging accommodation, banking, tax registration, healthcare access, and potentially schooling. Families should check visa dependants’ rights and local living costs before moving.

Loading...