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Consultant Ophthalmologist – Private Sector - Substantive

Location: Bristol

Hours: Part-time or Full-time

Salary: Up to £150,000 + Benefits

Contract: Substantive Role

A rewarding role – without the pressure of on-calls

Work in a modern, well-supported private setting that enables you to focus on clinical excellence.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a leading private healthcare provider in the South West. Perfect for consultants looking to move away from NHS pressures and embrace a better work–life balance, with a focus on outstanding patient care in a high-quality, low-pressure environment.

What’s on Offer:

• Modern, well-equipped facilities
• Competitive salary + private pension options
• Up to 10 days study leave (FTE)
• Generous annual leave package
• Opportunities for service development and teaching
• Supportive multidisciplinary team
• Convenient location with great access to the M4 corridor

About the Role:

You will:

• Deliver high-quality outpatient and surgical ophthalmology care
• Perform procedures including:
• High-volume cataracts, phacoemulsification under topical anaesthesia (essential)
• Eyelid surgery
• Laser treatment
• Provide expert assessments and diagnostics, including:
• Slit-lamp examination
• Gonioscopy
• Fundoscopy
• Tonometry
• Refraction
• Contribute to clinical governance, audits, and continual service improvement

What You’ll Need:

• GMC registration with entry on the Specialist Register in Ophthalmology

Whether you’re looking to reduce on-call commitments or transition fully into the private sector, this role offers an exceptional environment to thrive.

To express interest or find out more:

Email: Camila – cmader@compassltd.co.uk

Call: 02392 384 900 for a confidential chat