Part-Time Glaucoma Optometrist — Leicester Clinic

Newmedica; East Midlands; Sur place; GBP 60 000 - 74 000; Temps partiel

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Salary up to £67,000pa pro rata

25 days annual leave + birthday leave

Blue Light discount scheme

Company pension scheme

Free Parking

Eye tests and glasses discounts

Résumé du poste

Newmedica Leicester Eye Hospital & Surgical Centre is seeking an Optometrist – Glaucoma Specialist. The role starts at 1 day per week (8 hours) with growth as the service expands. You will manage glaucoma cases and contribute to glaucoma clinics in a hospital environment.

The post requires MCOptom or equivalent, GOC registration, and a glaucoma diploma; independent prescribing is beneficial. Excellent patient communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Must be a fully qualified Optometrist with GOC registration.
• Higher certificate or diploma in Glaucoma required.
• Independent prescribing qualification encouraged.

Responsabilités

• Operate diagnostic equipment and interpret test results.
• Manage glaucoma and related conditions; participate in glaucoma clinics.
• Provide patient advice and explain procedures; support and leadership to team.

Connaissances

Empathy

Team player

English proficiency

Clinical communication

High-volume clinic experience

Diagnostic testing

Formation

MCOptom specialist optometry

BSc(hons) Ophthalmic Optics/Optometry

Glaucoma higher certificate/diploma

Independent prescribing

Description du poste

Newmedica Leicester Eye Hospital & Surgical Centre is seeking an Optometrist – Glaucoma Specialist. The role starts at 1 day per week (8 hours) with growth as the service expands. You will manage glaucoma cases and contribute to glaucoma clinics in a hospital environment.

The post requires MCOptom or equivalent, GOC registration, and a glaucoma diploma; independent prescribing is beneficial. Excellent patient communication skills are essential.