Medical Director (Ophthalmology) – Clinical & Strategic Leadership Opportunity
North West England | Full or Part-Time | Leading Independent Healthcare Provider
Are you an experienced Consultant Ophthalmologist seeking to combine hands-on clinical expertise with a meaningful leadership challenge?
This is an exceptional opportunity to step into a Medical Director role with a progressive healthcare organisation renowned for its patient-centred approach and innovation in ophthalmic care across the North West region.
As Medical Director, you’ll provide visible clinical leadership across a network of ophthalmology services, supporting both NHS and private pathways. You’ll play a key part in shaping clinical strategy, enhancing service quality, and fostering a culture of safety, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead the ophthalmology service, ensuring delivery of safe, high-quality, patient-focused care.
* Oversee governance, compliance, and clinical standards across North West sites.
* Maintain a regular clinical commitment to remain closely connected to patient care.
* Drive service development and pathway redesign to improve access and efficiency.
* Work closely with operational and nursing leadership to deliver strategic and performance objectives.
* Represent the clinical function with external partners, regulators, and commissioners.
* Support recruitment, mentoring, and professional development of medical colleagues.
* Contribute to national and internal quality and innovation programmes.
About You
We’re looking for an inspiring, forward-thinking clinical leader who can balance strategic oversight with day-to-day clinical engagement. You will bring:
* GMC Specialist Registration in Ophthalmology.
* Significant post-registration experience in cataract and general ophthalmic surgery.
* Demonstrated experience (or strong aspiration) in clinical or medical leadership.
* Excellent communication, influencing, and organisational skills.
* Passion for patient experience, service development, and clinical governance.
* Understanding of national ophthalmology frameworks and reporting standards (e.g. GIRFT, NOD).
* Desirable: postgraduate qualification in leadership or management (MBA, MSc) and experience in private ophthalmology or service transformation.
What’s on Offer
* Competitive salary and benefits package.
* 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
* Private pension scheme with employer contribution.
* Up to 10 CPD days per year.
* Flexible working arrangements.
* Comprehensive wellbeing and professional development support.
This is a rare opportunity to shape the future of ophthalmology services in the North West of England, combining clinical excellence with strategic leadership in a supportive, forward-thinking environment.
To register your interest or discuss the role confidentially, please contact the recruitment team at: deborah.hunter@cpl.com