214430 OPTOMETRIST ADVANCED (LI)

NHS National Services Scotland; Pavilion; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Optometrist to provide specialized services across various locations. This role involves working flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, to ensure comprehensive patient care. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing a diverse patient caseload and must possess a Doctor of Optometry degree along with PVG Scheme membership. Join a forward-thinking organization that values equality and diversity, offering a supportive environment where you can thrive and make a meaningful impact in the community.

Qualifications

• Registered Optometrist with experience in managing patient caseloads.
• Must have PVG Scheme membership for child and/or adult regulatory groups.

Responsibilities

• Provide integrated subspecialty Optometrist services across multiple sites.
• Manage patient caseloads effectively as an autonomous practitioner.

Skills

Optometry

Patient Management

Communication Skills

Education

Doctor of Optometry

PVG Scheme Membership

Job description

Introduction

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.

Job Role

To provide an integrated subspecialty Optometrist service across multiple sites, as an autonomous practitioner, within the specialist extended role clinics provided by the Optometry department. Responsible for managing the patient caseload.

This position involves working days, evenings, and weekends.

Requirements

This post requires the post holder to have a PVG Scheme membership/record. If the post holder is not a current PVG member for the required regulatory group (i.e., child and/or adult), an application must be made to Disclosure Scotland and deemed satisfactory before they can begin in the role.

Additional Information

For further details on the role and the skills/experience required, please refer to the job description and person specification linked at the bottom of the screen. If you have any questions after reviewing this information, please contact [e-mail].