Specialist Optometrist

Queen Victoria Hospital NHS Foundation Trust; East Grinstead; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in the United Kingdom is seeking two Optometrists to join their Ophthalmology team. You will work independently and collaboratively with Consultant Ophthalmologists, employing advanced clinical techniques to assess and follow up on patients. This role offers opportunities for professional development and involvement in innovative practices in various specialized clinics, including Glaucoma and Cataract.

Qualifications

• Candidates should demonstrate keen interest in enhancing knowledge and skills.
• Ability to work independently and in collaboration with consultants.
• Experience with optometry and refractive work is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Work with Consultant Ophthalmologists in a multi-disciplinary team.
• Undertake assessment of new patients and follow-up patients.
• Operate in sub-specialised clinics like Glaucoma and Cataract.

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for two Optometrists keen to enhance their knowledge and extend their skills by joining our team of Consultant Ophthalmologists, Optometrists, Imaging and Nursing staff working in the Ophthalmology team at QVH. The post holder will work independently and with consultants where required in making clinical decisions. There will be opportunities to develop your experience and to work with our specialist teams and also be part of the innovative work done here at QVH., The successful applicant will work as part of a multi‑disciplinary team alongside Consultant Ophthalmologists, using advanced clinical techniques and skills to undertake assessment of new patients and follow up patients in one or more of the sub‑specialised Glaucoma, Cornea, Oculoplasty, Cataract, Research and Paediatric ophthalmology clinics, undertaking optometry and refractive work reporting directly to the clinical lead for the service. Please see the Job Description.