Hospital Optometrist: Cataract & Retina Care, Training

Spamedica; Merley; On-site; GBP 63,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days holidays

Performance bonuses

CPD provided internally

Competitive pension

Discounts at retailers/hospitality

Travel expenses paid

Job summary

SpaMedica is the UK’s largest provider of NHS cataract surgery and is seeking a Hospital Optometrist to join our nationwide team in Poole. This role offers comprehensive training, support from senior optometrists, and a diverse range of clinics including Pre-op, Post-op and YAG laser treatments.

Enjoy a varied scope and development opportunities within Ophthalmology services. The position includes on-call duties, weekend rota, and a strong emphasis on patient care over sales targets.

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 is the UK’s largest provider of NHS cataract surgery and is seeking a Hospital Optometrist to join our nationwide team in Poole. This role offers comprehensive training, support from senior optometrists, and a diverse range of clinics including Pre-op, Post-op and YAG laser treatments.

Enjoy a varied scope and development opportunities within Ophthalmology services. The position includes on-call duties, weekend rota, and a strong emphasis on patient care over sales targets.