Consultant Ophthalmologist​/w SI in Orbital and Oculoplastic

Job Summary

We are looking for an enthusiastic ophthalmologist with subspecialty fellowship experience in orbital and oculoplastic surgery. This is for a substantive Consultant post at the Birmingham & Midland Eye Centre.

We are increasing our current consultant team of 33, 2 associate specialists, 13 specialty doctors and 17 fellows enabling us to meet the growing ophthalmic demands of our ever changing demographics. Many of whom are internationally renowned for cutting‑edge research and care innovation and work collaboratively within its integrated A &E, Ward, Theatre, Outpatient and Diagnostic teams.

Closing date
: 15th January 2026

Interview date
: 12th February 2026

The post holder will be supporting the specialised orbital/oculoplastics services in tertiary settings including services for the regional Ophthalmic A&E. Setting up of the Orbital tumour Services and Grand Rounds in collaboration with Allied Disciplines would be a priority. Fellowship in Orbital Surgery and experience in independent surgery is essential.

The Birmingham & Midland Eye Centre (BMEC), founded in 1823, is one of the largest tertiary level Ophthalmic Hospitals in Europe, providing highly specialised expertise in clinical care, research and education.

The post holder would also need to participate in the Ophthalic On Call rota.

Sandwell and West Birmingham NHS Trust (SWB) serves Birmingham and the Black Country - one of the country's most culturally diverse areas. It's a friendly and welcoming place - a place where you can belong, and a place where you can grow.

We care for our patients, we care about our population, and we care about our people.

Our values - Ambition, Respect and Compassion - are at the heart of who we are.

Date posted
: 03 March 2026

Pay scheme
:
Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade
:
Consultant

Salary
: £109,725 to £145,478 a year per annum

Contract
:
Permanent

Working pattern
:
Full-time

Reference number
: 381-SS-7655847

Job locations
: SWB NHS Trust (BMEC), City Health Campus, Dudley Road, Birmingham, B18 7QH

Applicants may contact Ms Daya Dhinsa ; ) to arrange an informal visit.

For an informal discussion, please contact:
Mr Yajati Ghosh,

• Entry on the Specialist Register in Ophthalmology (or CCT expected within 6 months from the date of interview)
• FRCOphth or equivalent
• Clinical training and experience equivalent to that required for gaining CCT in Ophthalmology
• Fulfil all other essential criteria as per Personal Specification
• GMC registration with License to Practice

• Higher Degree
• Special interest that complements the existing consultants
• Experience in setting up a new service and Subspeciality MDT services
• Formal training in teaching
• Knowledge and experience of the application of information technology to Ophthalmology
• Publications in relevant peer‑reviewed journals in the last five years.
• Evidence of having undertaken original research

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.

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

Applicants must have current UK professional registration.

Sandwell and West Birmingham NHS Trust

SWB NHS Trust (BMEC)

City Health Campus, Dudley Road

Birmingham

B18 7QH

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