18 Week Support is looking for experienced Consultant Ophthalmologists to support NHS Trusts across the UK through our clinically led insourcing services. This is an opportunity for GMC registered Consultant Ophthalmologists to provide additional clinical capacity within NHS services while working flexibly around their existing commitments. The successful candidate will work as part of an experienced multidisciplinary clinical team, delivering high quality ophthalmology care and supporting NHS Trusts to manage patient demand and waiting lists. Sessions and locations will vary according to individual availability and NHS Trust requirements. Our team will support you throughout the registration, compliance and onboarding process., Provide Consultant level ophthalmology services within NHS Trust settings Conduct outpatient ophthalmology clinics and assess patients referred for specialist care Undertake appropriate clinical examinations investigations and diagnostic assessments Develop and document appropriate management and treatment plans Provide follow up and ongoing clinical management where required Identify patients requiring further investigation treatment or referral Work collaboratively with ophthalmologists optometrists nurses healthcare professionals and administrative teams Maintain accurate and timely clinical records in accordance with NHS and professional standards Communicate effectively with patients and colleagues ensuring patients are fully informed about their care Maintain high standards of patient safety clinical governance and confidentiality Support NHS Trusts in managing ophthalmology waiting lists and increasing clinical capacity Participate in service delivery in accordance with agreed clinical protocols and Trust requirements, 18 Week Support is seeking experienced Consultant Ophthalmologists to support NHS Trusts across the UK through our clinically led insourcing services The successful candidate will provide high quality Consultant level ophthalmology care and will work as part of a multidisciplinary clinical team to support NHS services and increase clinical capacity The role will involve assessing and managing patients attending ophthalmology services conducting clinical examinations reviewing investigations developing appropriate treatment plans and providing follow up care where required The successful candidate will be expected to maintain high standards of patient care clinical governance and professional practice while working in accordance with NHS Trust policies and relevant professional standards This role offers flexible clinical sessions with opportunities available according to NHS Trust requirements and the consultants availability 18 Week Support will provide support throughout the registration compliance and onboarding process
- -GMC registered with a licence to practise
- -Primary medical qualification
- -CCT or equivalent in Ophthalmology
- -Relevant specialist training in Ophthalmology
- -Evidence of continuing professional development
- -Current or recent NHS experience at Consultant level
- -Relevant ophthalmology experience At 18 Week Support, we are the UKs leading insourcing provider to the NHS. We partner with trusts nationwide to expand clinical capacity, reduce waiting times, and improve patient access to outpatient and surgical care. Clinical excellence and patient safety are at the heart of everything we do.
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