Domiciliary Optometrist Role

TN United Kingdom; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 59,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks dedicated professionals for a domiciliary role focused on patient care in nursing homes. Enjoy exceptional autonomy and professional freedom while working Monday to Friday, with no weekends! This role offers a market-leading salary, generous holiday allowance, and opportunities for professional development. With comprehensive support from experienced staff and a commitment to ethical service, you can thrive in a rewarding environment that prioritizes patient well-being and your career growth.

Benefits

5 Weeks Holidays Plus Bank Holidays

Company Sick Pay

Professional Fees Paid

E-learning & Well-being Platforms

Qualifications

• Registered with the GOC and possess the right to work in the UK.
• Experience in optical dispensing and patient care.

Responsibilities

• Work predominantly out of nursing homes within 40 miles of home.
• Provide ethical service with a focus on patient well-being.

Skills

Patient Testing

Infection Control

Optical Dispensing

Education

GOC Registration

NHS/OPL Registration

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Key Duties

1. Domiciliary role working predominantly out of nursing homes.
2. Generally working within local postcodes, aiming to keep your territory within 40 miles of your home address.
3. Flexible full or part-time days available, generally working from 8:30am-5:30pm, with days available from Monday to Friday.
4. Supported at all times by a Dispensing Optician or experienced Optical Assistant, allowing you to focus on the patient and testing.
5. Further support from Head Office and Lead Optoms/Dispensers, who are on hand at all times.
6. All equipment provided, operating a paperless record system.
7. Exceptional levels of autonomy and professional freedom.
8. Ethical service operating in the patients' best interests, with strict infection control guidelines for safety and well-being.
9. Multiple options for development and progression, including into Lead roles or support through clinical courses.

Package and Benefits

1. Market-leading basic salary, fully negotiable depending on experience, up to £70,000.
2. Rewarding bonus structure.
3. Professional fees paid.
4. Monday to Friday only role - No weekends!
5. 5 weeks holidays plus bank holidays (33 total).
6. Company sick pay after 1 year's service.
7. E-learning & well-being platforms available from Day 1.

Key Skills, Qualifications and Client Requirements

1. Possess the right to work in the United Kingdom.
2. Registered with the GOC.
3. NHS/OPL registered.