Optometrist — Refractive & Cataract Care Specialist

OPTICAL EXPRESS; Stevenage; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days annual leave

Free Laser Eye Surgery

Free eye tests

Discounted eyewear

Pension scheme

Staff discounts and rewards

Training and development opportunities

Job summary

Optical Express is seeking an Optometrist to deliver high-quality eye care across our St Albans and Stevenage clinics. You will work within a multidisciplinary team alongside ophthalmologists to provide comprehensive clinical services, including pre/post-operative care and refractive surgery support.

The role involves essential and advanced eye examinations, telemedicine patient care, and involvement in the referral triage process, with relocation support available for the right candidate.

Responsibilities

• Pre and post-operative consultations for refractive and cataract surgery patients
• Providing clinical support to ophthalmologists during refractive surgery
• Being part of the multi-disciplinary YAG capsulotomy service and delivering these procedures
• Providing essential and advanced eye examinations for patients
• Communicate with and treat patients via telemedicine
• Provide clinical support to the hub administrative team where required
• In the referral triage team, review incoming referrals from optometrists, GPs and other primary care routes and allocate to the appropriate ophthalmology clinic

Job description

Optical Express is seeking an Optometrist to deliver high-quality eye care across our St Albans and Stevenage clinics. You will work within a multidisciplinary team alongside ophthalmologists to provide comprehensive clinical services, including pre/post-operative care and refractive surgery support.

The role involves essential and advanced eye examinations, telemedicine patient care, and involvement in the referral triage process, with relocation support available for the right candidate.