Job overview
The Ophthalmology Directorate is looking to appoint a full-time substantive Consultant Ophthalmologist with a specialist interest in VR .
The successful candidate will join a team of 18 consultants providing specialist services in VR, Diabetes, Cornea, Medical & Surgical Retina, Ocular Motility, Oculoplastics and Uveitis.
Main duties of the job
Whilst the post will be primarily based at New Cross Hospital, the successful candidate will be required to carry out clinics and theatre sessions at Cannock Chase Hospital or Walsall Manor Hospital.
The department welcomes applications from candidates who are in possession of FRCOphth or equivalent or those who are on the GMC specialist register (or are eligible for registration within 6 months of the interview date with a certificate of completion of specialist training).
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
The full details of the role are included within the job description attached to this advertisement.
Person specification
Experience
Essential
- Specialist interest in Glaucoma
Desirable
- Evidence of audit and implementation of change following audit
Registration and Qualifications
Essential
- Full Registration and a Licence to practice with the GMC
Desirable
- Higher Medical Degree
- FRCOph
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This advert is for Consultant with an Specialist interest in Vitreo-Retina with The Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust in Wolverhampton, Midlands, England. It is listed as a Consultant Medical doctor Ophthalmology role. The advertised salary is £113,565 - £150,569 Per Annum. The contract type is Permanent: on call. The application deadline is 21 Jul 2026.
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