Consultant Ophthalmologist Northern Ireland Glaucoma Speciality

👁️‍🗨️ Consultant Ophthalmologist – Glaucoma Specialist

📍 Location: Belfast Health & Social Care Trust, Northern Ireland
📅 Start Date: ASAP | ⏳ Contract: 6-Month Fixed Term (with potential extension)

🌟 An Exceptional Opportunity Awaits

Are you a highly skilled Specialist Registrar ready to step into a Consultant role? Do you have a passion for glaucoma care and a commitment to excellence in ophthalmic surgery? Join one of Northern Ireland’s leading healthcare teams and make a real difference in patients’ lives.

This is a fantastic opportunity to bring your glaucoma expertise to a supportive, high-performing team within the Belfast Health & Social Care Trust. We’re seeking a dedicated Consultant Ophthalmologist to take a key role in delivering and advancing specialist glaucoma services.

🩺 What You’ll Do

✅ Deliver expert care in the diagnosis and treatment of glaucoma patients
✅ Lead surgical management including trabeculectomies and tube shunts
✅ Run outpatient clinics and participate in multidisciplinary decision-making
✅ Supervise and develop junior doctors and trainees
✅ Drive forward quality improvement and clinical audit initiatives
✅ Play an active role in teaching, research, and service development

🎓 Who We’re Looking For

Essential:

• Full GMC registration

• Specialist training in Ophthalmology (completed or within 6 months)

• MRCOphth or FRCOphth

• Significant experience in glaucoma surgery and patient management

• Strong leadership and communication skills

Desirable:

• Higher degree (e.g., MD, PhD)

• Published research in glaucoma or related subspecialty

• Management or teaching qualifications

📬 How to Apply

This is an immediate-start position. If you’re passionate about advancing glaucoma care and ready to make a difference, we want to hear from you.

📧 Michela Sorgente
📞 01908 776477
✉️ michela.sorgente@nationallocums.co.uk

Send your CV and a short cover letter outlining your experience and interest in the role.

Why Join Us?

• High-impact role in a respected Trust

• Supportive, team-oriented environment

• Excellent location with access to vibrant city life and scenic countryside

• Opportunity to shape glaucoma care services