Bank Hospital Optometrist: Cataract Care & On-Call

SpaMedica; England; On-site; GBP 49,000 - 64,000; Part time

Job summary

SpaMedica, the UK’s largest NHS cataract surgery provider, is recruiting a Bank Hospital Optometrist for our Poole unit. The role involves pre/post operative cataract assessments, pre-op referrals for YAG laser, on-call duties, and clinic equipment readiness.

Full training is provided for hospital optometry experience, with emphasis on patient safety and compassionate care. The position offers a £306 day rate under a zero-hours bank contract, with flexible hours and ongoing professional

Qualifications

• A qualified optometrist with current GOC registration.
• People that are passionate about learning and have developed themselves with higher qualifications.
• Previous hospital optometry experience is a plus, but not essential – we provide full training!

Responsibilities

• Perform pre and post operative assessments for cataract surgery patients.
• Conduct pre op assessments for YAG laser capsulotomy referrals.
• Obtain informed consent in a professional and ethical manner.
• Participate in the on call and weekend rota as needed.
• Ensure your clinical area is ready, with equipment checked before and after clinics.
• Complete basic life support and manual handling training.
• Collaborate with the multi-disciplinary team in the day to day operations of the clinic.

Skills

GOC registration

Job description

SpaMedica, the UK’s largest NHS cataract surgery provider, is recruiting a Bank Hospital Optometrist for our Poole unit. The role involves pre/post operative cataract assessments, pre-op referrals for YAG laser, on-call duties, and clinic equipment readiness.

Full training is provided for hospital optometry experience, with emphasis on patient safety and compassionate care. The position offers a £306 day rate under a zero-hours bank contract, with flexible hours and ongoing professional