Consultant Ophthalmologist

Job summary

We're proud of our "Outstanding" CQC rating at Practice Plus Group Ophthalmology North West, but are prouder still of the service we give our Patients. If your unfaltering dedication to quality is something you are very proud of; like us, and you constantly strive to do things better for your patients we would love to hear from you.  

Bring your expertise and skills in ophthalmic procedures and join our multi-disciplined medical team at Practice Plus Group Ophthalmology North West. 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, were passionate about giving our patients the best possible care and helping them feel better, faster.

Main duties of the job

Reporting to our Lead Consultant, Charles, you will perform a range of ophthalmic procedures on patients referred to the service. You will be treating both NHS and private patients referred to the service, working in accordance with our protocols and working practices.  

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 patients 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.

About us

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 £140,000 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

Salary is competitive, but substantive employment only to be considered.

Please ensure that your CV used in applying includes details of what interested you in the role as well as describing relevant experience within the past 3 years i.e number of cases performed and outcomes from national database (when relevant).

In time consultants joining Practice Plus Group will be guided through the process to achieve accreditation with BUPA, applicants already with this accreditation are considered favourably and encouraged to highlight this in their application.