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Locum Vitreoretinal Consultant


Main area: Ophthalmology

Grade: NHS Medical & Dental Locum Consultant

Hours: Part time - 7 sessions per week

Job ref: 188-MB61225

Site: Southampton General Hospital

Town: Southampton

Salary: £109,725 - £145,478 Pro Rota

Closing: 04/01/2026

We are seeking a motivated Locum Consultant Ophthalmologist to join our Vitreoretinal and Medical Retina teams on a fixed‑term contract. This role provides essential cover for a VR consultant sabbatical. with additional MR clinic capacity to support service demand. 

About the Team 

You will join a large, supportive and highly specialised Ophthalmology service at University Hospital Southampton, home to one of the region’s busiest Vitreoretinal units and a major Medical Retina hub. Our VR service provides 24/7 emergency cover for a wide geographical region, performing high-volume retinal detachment and macular surgery, supported by skilled nursing, theatre, and imaging teams. The MR service treats a wide spectrum of macular and diabetic eye disease and is nationally recognised for high patient volumes, strong multidisciplinary pathways, and excellent clinical outcomes. 


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