Optometrist Specialist

NHS Highland; Inverness; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity for a clinically minded optometrist to join the Ophthalmology Department at NHS Highland, delivering specialist optometry clinics. The role involves training, development opportunities, and travel to various Highland locations, within a new facility equipped with high-spec equipment. Join our dedicated team in providing high-quality patient care in a beautiful setting.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years' experience in optometry.
• Current registration with the GOC.
• Desirable: previous hospital experience.

Responsibilities

• Deliver core hospital optometry clinics such as cataract and pediatric assessments.
• Participate in the development of other professional groups.
• Travel to peripheral areas monthly for clinic support.

Skills

Clinical skills

Patient assessment

Team collaboration

Education

GOC registration

Independent Prescribing status

Job description

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An exciting opportunity has arisen for a clinically minded optometrist to join the Department of Ophthalmology at The National Treatment Centre – Highland in Inverness.

The successful candidate would work within the Optometry team to deliver a range of specialist clinics in The National Treatment Centre (NTC-H) and across Highland, in conjunction with our ophthalmology, orthoptic and nursing colleagues.

This role will comprise of core hospital optometry clinics such as paediatric assessments, cataract assessments and triaging acute conditions but possible development in other areas such as medical contact lenses, diabetic eye screening, YAG capsulotomy, glaucoma and casualty clinics. Training and support will be offered to help develop the necessary skills and experience to help deliver these clinics. There will also be opportunities to be involved in the development of other professional groups and students within the department.

The candidate ideally should have at least 2 years’ experience, current registration with the GOC and ideally have or be working towards Independent Prescribing status. Previous hospital experience is desirable but not essential. The role is full-time however part-time may also be considered.

The Ophthalmology Department moved to a brand new purpose built facility (The National Treatment Centre-Highland) in April 2023 in Inverness. This is a great opportunity to work in new facility with high spec equipment and to help make this next generation of eye care in Highland a success.

The role is also quite unique in that we cover peripheral parts of the Highlands such as Wick, Portree and Fort William as well as Island communities in Stornoway and Orkney. The successful candidate would gain the experience of travelling to some of these areas around once per month, which can entail an overnight stay and requires a driving licence.

This role would suit a motivated an enthusiastic optometrist who is keen to learn and develop their clinical scope of practice and to contribute to delivering high quality patient care in the Ophthalmology Department. The Scottish Highlands is a fantastic region to live in with an abundance of sporting, outdoor and cultural activities to enjoy.

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.