Locum - Consultant Opthalmology -Scotland

1 YEAR LOCUM - CONSULTANT OPHTHALMOLOGY - SCOTLAND

We are inviting applications for a 12‑month locum Consultant Ophthalmologist position in the East of Scotland, with a rate of £90‑£110 per hour and an on‑call rota of 1 in 9. This role offers a supportive team, modern facilities, and a balanced weekly rota.

• Deliver high‑quality paediatric ophthalmology clinics and surgical sessions
• Perform paediatric strabismus surgery independently
• Provide ROP Screening (preferred, but not essential)
• Support ARC emergency clinics as required
• Contribute to departmental governance, administration, and SPA time
• Participate in a 1:9 on‑call rota

• Proven experience in paediatric specialist ophthalmology
• Competence in paediatric strabismus surgery
• NHS experience strongly preferred
• Ability to work autonomously within a busy clinical environment
• MBBS or equivalent medical degree
• Full GMC registration with a licence to practise
• A current Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check or PVG check, or willingness to undergo one
• UK Right to Work
• Strong communication and team‑working skills

• Priority Access to Locum Shifts – Exclusive early access to roles across the UK
• Flexible long‑term or short‑term assignments
• NHS‑Approved Framework Agency – Trusted Tier 1 supplier to over 150 NHS Trusts
• Dedicated Recruitment Consultant – One‑to‑one support from a specialist
• Streamlined Registration & Fast Onboarding – Expert compliance team to help get you registered quickly
• Free Wellbeing Support – Mental health and wellbeing programmes, including webinars with CPD points
• GMC Revalidation & Appraisal Support – Designated Body providing full support for annual appraisals
• Lucrative Referral Scheme – Bonuses for successful referrals
• 24/7/365 Support – Team available around the clock