Locum - Consultant Opthalmology -Scotland

🔍 Locum Consultant Ophthalmologist - Paediatrics & Strabismus (Scotland)

Location:

East of Scotland
Duration: 12‑month locum
Rate: £90-£110 per hour
On‑call: 1 in 9

We're seeking an experienced Consultant Ophthalmologist with specialist expertise in paediatric ophthalmology and strabismus surgery to join a high‑performing eye department in the East of Scotland.

• 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, admin, 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

With over 30 years of experience in healthcare staffing, we offer:

• Priority Access to Locum Shifts - Get exclusive early access to locum roles across the UK.
• Shifts That Works for You - Flexible long‑term or short‑term assignments to match your lifestyle and career goals
• NHS-Approved Framework Agency - As a trusted Tier 1 supplier to over 150 NHS Trusts, we offer consistent, high‑quality opportunities.
• Dedicated Recruitment Consultant - Receive one‑to‑one support from a specialist who understands your clinical area and career goals.
• Streamlined Registration & Fast Onboarding - Our expert compliance team helps you get fully registered and ready to work quick and efficiently.
• Free Wellbeing Support - Benefit from free mental health and wellbeing support, including webinars by The Joyful Doctor (with CPD points)
• GMC Revalidation & Appraisal Support - We're a Designated Body and provide full support with your annual appraisals.
• Lucrative Referral Scheme - Earn generous bonuses for every successful referral you make.
• 24/7/365 Support - Our team is available around the clock - whenever you need us.

• 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 a willingness to undergo one as part of the registration process
• UK Right to Work
• Strong communication and team working skills

• Greater London
• Midlands
• North West & North East England
• South East & South West England
• Scotland
• Wales

Let us know your preferred region and availability, and we'll match you with the right opportunity.

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