18 Week Support Limited

Ophthalmology Consultant

The closing date is 31 January 2026

Job summary

We are seeking experienced Consultant Ophthalmologists to deliver general ophthalmology outpatient clinics on an ongoing basis across the West Midlands. This opportunity is suitable for consultants looking to undertake additional outpatient work alongside their substantive post

Main duties of the job

  • Deliver general ophthalmology outpatient clinics

  • Assess, diagnose, and manage a wide range of ophthalmic conditions

  • Maintain high standards of patient-centred care and clinical governance

  • Complete accurate and timely clinical documentation

  • Work collaboratively with nursing staff

  • About us

    18 Week Support is the leading insourcing provider to the NHS, specialising in clinical demand, capacity management, and waiting list initiatives for both outpatients and day case surgery. Our insourcing services provide expert clinical teams to work closely with your in-house teams, allowing you to increase the number of patients seen, reduce waiting lists, and meet RTT expectations without compromising patient care.

    Details

    Date posted

    08 January 2026

    Pay scheme

    Other

    Salary

    Depending on experience

    Contract

    Locum

    Duration

    6 months

    Working pattern

    Flexible working

    Reference number

    E0341-26-0023

    Job locations

    West Midlands Trains

    Railway Drive

    Wolverhampton

    WV1 1LE


    Job description

    Job responsibilities

    Job Title: Consultant Ophthalmologist

    Location: West Midlands

    Contract Type: Ongoing

    Setting: General Ophthalmology Outpatient Clinics

    Role Overview

    We are seeking experienced Consultant Ophthalmologists to deliver general ophthalmology outpatient clinics on an ongoing basis across the West Midlands. This opportunity is suitable for consultants looking to undertake additional outpatient work alongside their substantive post.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Deliver general ophthalmology outpatient clinics

    • Assess, diagnose, and manage a wide range of ophthalmic conditions

    • Maintain high standards of patient centred care and clinical governance

    • Complete accurate and timely clinical documentation

    • Work collaboratively with nursing staff and the wider multidisciplinary team

    Clinic Details

    • General outpatient clinics

    • Patient numbers:2430 patients per clinic

    • Ongoing work available

    Essential Requirements

    • GMC registered Consultant Ophthalmologist

    • On the GMC Specialist Register

    • Must hold a substantive Consultant post

    • Proven experience in general ophthalmology outpatient clinics

    • Ability to work autonomously and manage a busy clinic list

    Whats on Offer

    • Ongoing outpatient work

    • Supportive clinical environments across the West Midlands

    • Competitive rates of pay

    How to Apply If you are a substantive Consultant Ophthalmologist on the Specialist Register and available for ongoing general outpatient work in the West Midlands, we would be pleased to hear from you

    Job description

    Job responsibilities

    Job Title: Consultant Ophthalmologist

    Location: West Midlands

    Contract Type: Ongoing

    Setting: General Ophthalmology Outpatient Clinics

    Role Overview

    We are seeking experienced Consultant Ophthalmologists to deliver general ophthalmology outpatient clinics on an ongoing basis across the West Midlands. This opportunity is suitable for consultants looking to undertake additional outpatient work alongside their substantive post.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Deliver general ophthalmology outpatient clinics

    • Assess, diagnose, and manage a wide range of ophthalmic conditions

    • Maintain high standards of patient centred care and clinical governance

    • Complete accurate and timely clinical documentation

    • Work collaboratively with nursing staff and the wider multidisciplinary team

    Clinic Details

    • General outpatient clinics

    • Patient numbers:2430 patients per clinic

    • Ongoing work available

    Essential Requirements

    • GMC registered Consultant Ophthalmologist

    • On the GMC Specialist Register

    • Must hold a substantive Consultant post

    • Proven experience in general ophthalmology outpatient clinics

    • Ability to work autonomously and manage a busy clinic list

    Whats on Offer

    • Ongoing outpatient work

    • Supportive clinical environments across the West Midlands

    • Competitive rates of pay

    How to Apply If you are a substantive Consultant Ophthalmologist on the Specialist Register and available for ongoing general outpatient work in the West Midlands, we would be pleased to hear from you

    Person Specification

    criteria

    Essential

    • Must hold a substantive post and must be on the Specialist Register
    Person Specification

    criteria

    Essential

    • Must hold a substantive post and must be on the Specialist Register

    Disclosure and Barring Service Check

    This 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.

    UK Registration

    Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

    Additional information

    Disclosure and Barring Service Check

    This 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.

    UK Registration

    Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

    Employer details

    Employer name

    18 Week Support Limited

    Address

    West Midlands Trains

    Railway Drive

    Wolverhampton

    WV1 1LE


    Employer's website

    https://www.18weeksupport.com/careers/working-with-us/ (Opens in a new tab)

    Employer details

    Employer name

    18 Week Support Limited

    Address

    West Midlands Trains

    Railway Drive

    Wolverhampton

    WV1 1LE


    Employer's website

    https://www.18weeksupport.com/careers/working-with-us/ (Opens in a new tab)

    Employer contact details

    For questions about the job, contact:

    Recruitment Consultant

    Chloe Boot (Recruitment Consultant )

    Cboot@18weeksupport.com

    02039669081

    Details

    Date posted

    08 January 2026

    Pay scheme

    Other

    Salary

    Depending on experience

    Contract

    Locum

    Duration

    6 months

    Working pattern

    Flexible working

    Reference number

    E0341-26-0023

    Job locations

    West Midlands Trains

    Railway Drive

    Wolverhampton

    WV1 1LE


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