Flexible Optometrist — Refractive & Cataract Care

Optegra; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 69,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Fully funded training

Flexible shifts (zero-hour)

Job summary

Optegra Eye Healthcare in Kent Clinic is seeking an experienced optometrist to join our team on a zero-hour contract with flexible shifts. You will conduct pre- and post-operative assessments and support refractive and cataract procedures, with access to a comprehensive benefits package and funded development opportunities.

The role requires current GOC registration and extensive optometry experience, with duties including patient care, EMR documentation, and KPI-driven performance.

Qualifications

• GOC registration as an optometrist is required.
• Extensive optometry experience in refractive, high street, or hospital environments.
• Experience using patient administration systems and EMR.

Responsibilities

• Carry out pre- and postoperative examinations for refractive surgery, cataract, and medical retina procedures.
• Run acute and follow-up clinics and document findings in EMR.
• Provide health advice and patient support at the hospital.
• Refer patients to a medical practitioner when appropriate and follow referral protocols.
• Ensure awareness of equipment safety and CQC policies.

Skills

Optometrist experience

EMR / patient administration systems

KPIs in Vision Correction

Clinical examination skills

Education

GOC registered optometrist

Job description

Optegra Eye Healthcare in Kent Clinic is seeking an experienced optometrist to join our team on a zero-hour contract with flexible shifts. You will conduct pre- and post-operative assessments and support refractive and cataract procedures, with access to a comprehensive benefits package and funded development opportunities.

The role requires current GOC registration and extensive optometry experience, with duties including patient care, EMR documentation, and KPI-driven performance.