Glaucoma & Acute Care Ophthalmic Specialist
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Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Glaucoma & Acute Care Ophthalmic Specialist
The closing date is 10 September 2026
Job summary
The post is comprised of 10 programmed activities (PAs), of which 8 are Direct Clinical Care (DCC) and 2 are Supporting Professional Activities (SPAs).The post is based across St George's Hospital and Croydon University Hospital, supporting delivery of glaucoma outpatient services across both sites. The proposed job plan is detailed below; however, it may be subject to change in response to service demand and operational priorities.The post holder will contribute to a combination of: Face-to-face glaucoma clinics at Croydon & St George's Rapid Access & Urgent Care Clinic session at Croydon & St George's Virtual glaucoma review clinics Administrative and SPA activity
Main duties of the job
The Croydon University Hospital sessions include dedicated glaucoma follow-up clinics, working alongside multidisciplinary colleagues including consultants, optometrists and nursing staff. These clinics require a clinician able to work independently, as a significant proportion of patients require clinical decision-making and management planning. One session will be a Rapid-Access clinic involving triaging patients and seeing emergency patients as appropriate.The St George's sessions include high-volume follow-up glaucoma clinics and virtual review activity, as well as an Urgent Care acute clinic session.The post holder will work closely with the glaucoma multidisciplinary team to provide a comprehensive outpatient service to a diverse patient population across Southwest London. The role requires the ability to manage patients autonomously within agreed protocols, with appropriate escalation of complex cases.The post holder has a continuing responsibility for the care of patients in their charge and for the proper functioning of the service.
About us
What's in it for You?
At Moorfields, we invest in you--your growth, your wellbeing, your future.You'll join a flexible, supportive organisation offering:
o Competitive salary (including high-cost area supplement)o Membership of the NHS Pension Schemeo 24/7 independent counselling supporto Career-long learning and development opportunitieso Excellent transport connectionso Access to NHS and Blue Light discount schemeso Free Pilates classeso Full support and training to develop your skills
And so much more! To see the full range of benefits we offer please view our Moorfields benefits leaflet.
Details
Date posted
27 August 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£104,401 to £115,341 a year per annum pro rata incl HCAS
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
273-DS-8224565
Job locations
Croydon University Hospital
530 London Road
Croydon
CR7 7YE
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will be required to work independently and supervise trainees as well as other staff in medical and non-medical disciplines when required. The post holder will run clinics autonomously with professional accountability to the Service Directors of the Glaucoma Service and A&E Service, with managerial accountability to the Divisional Directors of Moorfields South The post holder has a continuing responsibility for the care of patients in his/her charge and for the proper functioning of the service, allowing for all appropriate delegation to and training for their staff. The post holder is responsible for the day-to-day management of his/her clinics and must ensure that in/outpatient services are covered during his/her planned absences. Participation in episodes of shared care requires the post holder to provide advice and support to clinicians in other services with regard to patients who may have a combination of ocular problems. The successful candidate will be expected to participate in departmental audits and deliver clinical outcomes that match the core clinical outcomes of the glaucoma and cataract services.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will be required to work independently and supervise trainees as well as other staff in medical and non-medical disciplines when required. The post holder will run clinics autonomously with professional accountability to the Service Directors of the Glaucoma Service and A&E Service, with managerial accountability to the Divisional Directors of Moorfields South The post holder has a continuing responsibility for the care of patients in his/her charge and for the proper functioning of the service, allowing for all appropriate delegation to and training for their staff. The post holder is responsible for the day-to-day management of his/her clinics and must ensure that in/outpatient services are covered during his/her planned absences. Participation in episodes of shared care requires the post holder to provide advice and support to clinicians in other services with regard to patients who may have a combination of ocular problems. The successful candidate will be expected to participate in departmental audits and deliver clinical outcomes that match the core clinical outcomes of the glaucoma and cataract services.
Person Specification
Education
Essential
- MBBS OR Equivalent
- Full OR eligible for Full GMC Registration with License to Practice at time of appointment
- FRCOphth or MRCOphth or equivalent
Knowledge, Skill and Experience
Essential
- Previous Management of Glaucoma Patients
- Experience in management of glaucoma and cataract
- Experience of clinical audit
- High level of experience in outpatient laser procedure for Glaucoma and Cataract (independent practice)
Desirable
- Previous Glaucoma Fellowship Experience
- Previous Acute Care/Emergency Ophthalmology Experience
- Full-time postgraduate training at least two of which must be in the Ophthalmology Specialty Training Programme OR have equivalent experience & competencies.
- Completion of Specialist Training OR Equivalent
Education
Essential
- MBBS OR Equivalent
- Full OR eligible for Full GMC Registration with License to Practice at time of appointment
- FRCOphth or MRCOphth or equivalent
Knowledge, Skill and Experience
Essential
- Previous Management of Glaucoma Patients
- Experience in management of glaucoma and cataract
- Experience of clinical audit
- High level of experience in outpatient laser procedure for Glaucoma and Cataract (independent practice)
Desirable
- Previous Glaucoma Fellowship Experience
- Previous Acute Care/Emergency Ophthalmology Experience
- Full-time postgraduate training at least two of which must be in the Ophthalmology Specialty Training Programme OR have equivalent experience & competencies.
- Completion of Specialist Training OR Equivalent
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
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 (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
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 (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
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
Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Croydon University Hospital
530 London Road
Croydon
CR7 7YE
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.moorfields.nhs.uk/work-for-us (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Croydon University Hospital
530 London Road
Croydon
CR7 7YE
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.moorfields.nhs.uk/work-for-us (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
South Division Glaucoma Clinical Lead
Kuang Hu
Details
Date posted
27 August 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£104,401 to £115,341 a year per annum pro rata incl HCAS
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
273-DS-8224565
Job locations
Croydon University Hospital
530 London Road
Croydon
CR7 7YE
United Kingdom
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