Ophthalmologist Jobs in East Midlands
No ophthalmologist roles in East Midlands right now — check back soon or post one.
No roles in East Midlands yet
Be the first to post a Ophthalmologist role in East Midlands and reach verified professionals actively looking for private practice work.
Ophthalmologist in East Midlands
The East Midlands encompasses Nottingham, Leicester, Derby, and Lincoln — cities with established private healthcare sectors and growing independent practice networks. The region offers an attractive combination of competitive salaries, lower cost of living than the South East, and strong career development opportunities. Ophthalmologist demand in the East Midlands has grown as NHS pressures have accelerated the shift toward private care.
About this role
Ophthalmologists are GMC-registered medical specialists in the diagnosis and surgical treatment of eye diseases. Private ophthalmology is a well-established sector covering cataract surgery, refractive surgery (LASIK/LASEK/SMILE), glaucoma, and medical retina. Many ophthalmologists hold parallel NHS consultant posts.
Common questions
What qualifications does an Ophthalmologist need?
Medical degree, GMC registration, completion of ophthalmology specialty training, and FRCOphth qualification from the Royal College of Ophthalmologists.
How much does a Private Ophthalmologist earn?
Private ophthalmologists typically earn £90,000–£200,000+ depending on surgical volume and speciality (refractive surgery is particularly high earning).
Is private ophthalmology growing in the UK?
Yes. NHS cataract surgery decommissioning in some areas, combined with patient demand for refractive surgery, has driven significant growth in private ophthalmology.
Ophthalmologist jobs in other regions