Consultant Ophthalmologist

About The Role

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We are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Ophthalmologist to join our expanding Ophthalmology services. Bring your expertise and skills in ophthalmic procedures and join our multi-disciplined medical team at our Gillingham Surgical Centre. We are a forward-looking surgical centre and as such are embracing modern concepts including the use of virtual clinics and high-volume cataract surgery.

Everything we do is focused on providing a high standard of safe and effective patient care. Our facilities are modern, employing the latest state of the art diagnostic and surgical technology with friendly and professional staff. Recently we acquired the latest Johnson and Johnson Vision Phacoemulsification Veritas machine with dual linear and dual pump capabilities for efficient and safe cataract surgery. We have strong control processes and clinical governance to ensure we maintain high standards of hygiene and above all, we’re passionate about giving our patients the best possible care and helping them feel better, faster.

What you'll be doing

As a highly valued member of the team, you will have access to great facilities in a well-structured and relaxed environment. As part of our professional, friendly and compassionate team you will do everything you can to ensure the patient’s treatment is of the highest standard by performing a range of ophthalmology procedures on patients referred to the service.

Applications from outside of the local area are welcome, there is a very generous relocation package available to support you.

What we’ll look for in you

You will be a UK registered medical professional, who is :

• listed on the Specialist GMC register
• with experience in –
• high volume phacoemulsification under topical anaesthesia
• Oculoplastic (desirable)
• Medical Retina (desirable)

What you can expect in return

• A competitive basic salary of up to £150,000 per annum
• Opportunity for a significant additional productivity base payment
• A ‘welcome onboard’ bonus
• An extensive range of wellbeing and lifestyle benefits
• Flexible shifts that enable you to work around other commitments
• The support you need to grow in your role and continue your professional development including 10 days CPD per year
• 25 days holiday increasing with service up to a maximum of 28 days plus bank holidays
• Mandatory training through our excellent in-house education programme
• Outstanding long-term career opportunities

To apply for the role, click on the link below. If you have any questions, contact sarah.melder@practiceplusgroup.com in our friendly resourcing team.