Senior Optometrist & Head of Service – Hospital Eye Dept

NHS National Services Scotland; Inverness; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization is looking for a motivated Band 8C Optometrist to join the Optometry Team at the National Treatment Centre in Inverness, Scotland. This role involves delivering specialist clinics and providing leadership within the department. Candidates should have significant clinical experience and managerial skills, along with a registration as an Optometrist. The new facility offers advanced equipment and serves various communities in the Highlands. This is a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on eye care in the region.

Qualifications

• At least 4 years post-qualification experience.
• Minimum of 2 years within the Hospital Eye Service.
• Active post-graduate activities are required.

Responsibilities

• Work within the Optometry team to deliver specialist clinics.
• Provide joint leadership of the department.
• Travel to peripheral areas for patient care.

Skills

Managerial skills

Leadership

Clinical experience

Education

Registered as an Optometrist with the General Optical Council

Independent prescriber qualification

Job description

A healthcare organization is looking for a motivated Band 8C Optometrist to join the Optometry Team at the National Treatment Centre in Inverness, Scotland. This role involves delivering specialist clinics and providing leadership within the department. Candidates should have significant clinical experience and managerial skills, along with a registration as an Optometrist. The new facility offers advanced equipment and serves various communities in the Highlands. This is a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on eye care in the region.