Kingston Hospital Foundation Trust • Kingston KT2 7QB
About this role
A Vacancy at Kingston and Richmond NHS Foundation Trust.
AnOphthalmologyConsultant specialising in cornea is responsible for diagnosing and treating complex corneal and anterior segment conditions, performing specialised surgeries including corneal transplants and cataract procedures, and managing outpatient and surgical services. The role also includes leading the ARC service, supporting urgent and emergency eye care pathways, supervising junior staff, and contributing to teaching, research, and service development within the department.
Main duties would include diagnosing and managing complex corneal and anterior segment conditions, performing specialised surgical procedures, leading and developing the ARC service, managing outpatient clinics and theatre sessions, supporting urgent and emergency eye care services, supervising and teaching junior medical staff, participating in clinical governance and audit activities, and contributing to service improvement, research, and multidisciplinary team working within the Royal Eye Unit.
Development and staff wellbeing
Your growth and personal happiness matters to us. After all, we can’t expect the best from you if we don’t invest in your development and nurture your wellbeing. From the moment you join us, we’re committed to fostering your professional and personal development within a supportive, empowering environment. Whether you’re just starting your career or looking to advance further, we provide you with the tools and opportunities you need to succeed. We actively support colleagues to take part in research, quality improvement and innovation, whatever their role or level in the organisation.
To support your wellbeing, we offer an extensive range of resources, including an on-site staff nursery at Kingston Hospital, wellbeing practitioners, regular wellbeing classes, dedicated staff physiotherapist, comprehensive occupational health services, 24/7 employee assistance programme, and a range of other support and activities.
We also take every opportunity to thank and recognise the work our teams do, through weekly ‘shoutouts’ and patient feedback, monthly and annual awards.
Wherever you work across our organisation, we look forward to welcoming you.
- Diagnose and manage complex corneal and anterior segment disorders.
- Perform specialised ophthalmic procedures .
- Lead, develop, and oversee the ARC service and associated patient pathways.
- Conduct outpatient clinics, theatre sessions, and ward-based care as required.
- Supervise, mentor, and teach junior medical staff and multidisciplinary teams.
- Participate in audit, clinical governance, quality improvement, and research activities.
- Contribute to service development and the delivery of safe, effective patient care.
AAC is 29th July 2026.
JD is with the Royal College.
This advert closes on Thursday 18 Jun 2026