Refractive Bank Optometrist

Optegra; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 69,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Fully funded training

Flexible shifts (zero-hour)

Job summary

Optegra Eye Healthcare in Kent Clinic is seeking an experienced optometrist to join our team on a zero-hour contract with flexible shifts. You will conduct pre- and post-operative assessments and support refractive and cataract procedures, with access to a comprehensive benefits package and funded development opportunities.

The role requires current GOC registration and extensive optometry experience, with duties including patient care, EMR documentation, and KPI-driven performance.

Qualifications

• GOC registration as an optometrist is required.
• Extensive optometry experience in refractive, high street, or hospital environments.
• Experience using patient administration systems and EMR.

Responsibilities

• Carry out pre- and postoperative examinations for refractive surgery, cataract, and medical retina procedures.
• Run acute and follow-up clinics and document findings in EMR.
• Provide health advice and patient support at the hospital.
• Refer patients to a medical practitioner when appropriate and follow referral protocols.
• Ensure awareness of equipment safety and CQC policies.

Skills

Optometrist experience

EMR / patient administration systems

KPIs in Vision Correction

Clinical examination skills

Education

GOC registered optometrist

Job description

Optegra has an exciting new job opportunity for an experiencedoptometristto join our amazing and dedicated team. This is a great opportunity to join a forward-thinking business and benefit from our fantastic comprehensive benefits package, along with fully funded training and development programs. This is a zero-hour contract offering flexible shiftsat our Kent Clinic - and pays up to £50 perhourly rate dependent on refractive experience.

Company Overview

Optegra Eye Healthcare has been proudly recognised as one of 115 Best Big Places to Work 2025 as awarded by the Sunday Times. We are committed to creating an exceptional working environment where our people thrive. Join us and be part of a team that values your growth, wellbeing, and contribution every step of the way.

The Role

As an integral part of a multi-disciplinary team working alongside consultants, you will be required to carry out pre and post-operative consultations, assessing the suitability of patients for treatment. Some of your key responsibilities will include:

• Carry out examinations that are associated with refractive surgery, cataract, and medical retina procedures.
• Run acute and follow up clinics postsurgery for patients documenting findings in the electronic medical record systems.
• Provide health advice and support to patients attending the hospital.
• Provide first line clinical advice to patients and follow the appropriate means of referral to a medical practitioner if necessary.
• Ensure awareness of the uses, safety precautions and handling of equipment within the clinical competency framework.
• Ensure awareness of CQC policies and updates, attending all mandatory update courses

What You’ll Need

• Current GOC registration as a fully qualified optometrist
• Extensive experience working as an optometrist in a refractive, high street or hospital environment
• Experience of using patient administration systems and electronic medical record systems
• Experience of working to conversion targets and other KPIs within Vision Correction

You’ll see and feel the Optegra difference when you walk through the door – and you’ll have every opportunity to really make a difference. Take a look at our history and vision by clicking the following link: https://www.optegra.com/optegra-story/

Optegra is proud to be an inclusive business where you can enjoy the career you want, without changing the person you are. We’re welcoming to all, working together as a supportive team, respecting the uniqueness of every individual we work with.