Bank Optometrist

Optegra Eye Health Care; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading eye healthcare provider in Birmingham is seeking an experienced Bank Optometrist to be part of a multidisciplinary team. This role involves carrying out key clinical assessments, offering health advice, and managing patient care post-surgery, supported by fully funded training programs. Optegra is an inclusive employer committed to individual growth and high-quality patient care.

Qualifications

• Fully qualified optometrist with current GOC registration.
• Extensive hospital experience, specifically in refractive and surgical settings.
• Experienced in meeting KPIs and conversion targets.

Responsibilities

• Conduct pre and post-operative consultations.
• Manage acute clinics post-surgery for patients.
• Provide clinical and health advice to patients.

Skills

Patient management

Clinical advice

Team collaboration

Education

GOC registration

IP or YAG training

Tools

Patient administration systems

Electronic medical record systems

Job description

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Optegra has an exciting new opportunity for an experienced Bank Optometrist to join our amazing and supportive team in our Birmingham eye hospital. This is a great opportunity to join a growing and developing business and benefit from our fantastic fully funded training and development programs.

Company Overview

Optegra Eye Healthcare has been proudly recognized as one of 115 Best Big Places to Work 2025 as awarded by the Sunday Times. We are committed to creating an exceptional working environment where our people thrive. Join us and be part of a team that values your growth, wellbeing, and contribution every step of the way.

The Role

As an integral part of a multidisciplinary team working alongside consultants, you will carry out pre and post-operative consultations, assessing the suitability of our patients for treatment. Some of your key responsibilities will include:

1. Carry out examinations related to refractive, cataract, glaucoma, and retinal surgeries
2. Manage acute and follow-up clinics post-surgery for all patients
3. Provide health advice and support to patients attending the hospital
4. Offer first-line clinical advice to patients and refer to a medical practitioner if necessary

What You’ll Need

• Current GOC registration as a fully qualified optometrist
• Extensive experience working in a hospital and either IP or YAG trained
• Experience using patient administration and electronic medical record systems
• Experience working to conversion targets and other KPIs within Vision Correction

Optegra is proud to be an inclusive business where you can enjoy the career you want, without changing the person you are. We’re welcoming to all, working together as a supportive team, respecting the uniqueness of every individual we work with.

Closing date: Please submit your application as soon as possible. We may close this vacancy once we have received sufficient applications. We look forward to hearing from you.