Optometrist Specialist

Hull and East Yorkshire Hospitals NHS Trust; West Carr; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent healthcare institution in the UK is seeking an Optometrist Specialist to join their team. This full-time role (37.5 hours/week) mainly at Hull Royal Infirmary involves assessing patients in various ophthalmic settings and working alongside Optometry colleagues. The position provides an exciting opportunity for professionals with relevant experience, offering a chance to contribute significantly towards patient care within the Optometry/Ophthalmology service. Applications from those needing Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship are welcomed.

Qualifications

• Required to assess patients in various ophthalmic settings including Medical Retina and Corneal.
• Experience in YAG/SLT laser clinics is a plus if appropriately qualified.
• Willingness to collaborate effectively with Optometry colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients in various settings within the Optometry/Ophthalmology service.
• Work effectively with colleagues and make autonomous decisions.
• Participate in potential YAG/SLT laser clinics as needed.

Skills

Assessment of patients in Ophthalmic Accident & Emergency

Clinical roles for Contact Lens and Ocular Prosthetic

Ability to work autonomously and make complex decisions

Job description

Overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Optometrist Specialist to work at Hull and East Yorkshire Hospitals NHS Trust. The post is full time 37.5 hours per week, with variable hours and part‑time considered. The role is based mainly at Hull Royal Infirmary with other locations as required to meet the needs of the Optometry/Ophthalmology service within HUTH/NLAG.

Key Responsibilities

• Assessment of patients in Ophthalmic Accident & Emergency, Medical Retina, Corneal, Refracting (Adults, Pediatrics and Research).
• Clinical roles for Contact Lens and Ocular Prosthetic.
• Possibly YAG/SLT laser clinics if appropriately qualified and trained.
• Work alongside Optometry colleagues, expected to work autonomously and make complex decisions.

Qualifications and Experience

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications.

About the Trust

Hull and East Yorkshire Eye Hospital opened in November 2002. Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust and Northern Lincolnshire and Goole NHS Foundation Trust form the partnership, covering a population of around 500,000. The partnership includes two Trusts, with support from research, teaching and a diverse workforce.