Somerset NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a dynamic and forward-thinking Consultant Ophthalmologist with a subspecialty interest in Cornea, Cataract, and Urgent Eye Care. This exciting opportunity is based primarily at Yeovil District Hospital, with some clinical activity at Musgrove Park Hospital, and offers the chance to lead and shape urgent ophthalmic services across the county. You'll join a team of 14 consultants delivering comprehensive ophthalmic care to a population of over 600,000 across Somerset and West Dorset. The department is well-equipped with modern facilities including digital angiography, widefield imaging, multiple OCTs, and a dedicated ophthalmic theatre suite. The Trust is committed to innovation, virtual care expansion, and integrated service development. VISITING ARRANGEMENTS Candidates are welcome to visit the following people prior to short listing: Miss Sudeshna Patra Consultant Ophthalmologist and CD for Ophthalmology Mr Jon Park Consultant Ophthalmologist and Clinical Service Lead MPH Mrs Brinda Shah Consultant Ophthalmologist and Clinical Service Lead YDH Mr Indy Sian Consultant Ophthalmologist and Corneal Surgeon Mr Pradeep Madhavan Assoc Medical Director and Consultant Spinal Surgeon Surgery Division Mrs Abigail Robinson Service Manager Ophthalmology Mrs Helen Evans Operational Support Manager Please contact Abigail Robinson (Abigail.robinson1@somersetft.nhs.uk) to arrange. All short listed candidates will be expected to visit the Division