Telemedicine Optometrist

Primary Eyecare Services; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 56,000; Part time

Job summary

Join Primary Eyecare Services as a Telemedicine Optometrist and be part of a dynamic healthcare team. This role involves delivering high-quality patient care through telemedicine consultations, managing ocular conditions, and maintaining clinical excellence. Ideal candidates are GOC registered optometrists with at least three years of experience, ready to work in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

Performance-Related Pay

Pension Match up to 5%

Sick and Critical Illness Cover

Electric Car Scheme

Enhanced Family Leave

Paid Compassionate Leave

25 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays

Qualifications

• GOC Registered Optometrist is essential.
• Minimum of 3 years as a qualified optometrist is essential.
• Evidence of CPD in accordance with GOC regulations is essential.

Responsibilities

• Conduct telemedicine consultations and manage a range of ocular conditions.
• Oversee assigned clinic and maintain high standards of patient care.
• Provide clinical support to the service administrative team.

Skills

Clinical Decision-Making

Patient Care

Effective Communication

Education

GOC Registered Optometrist

Completion of WOPEC MECS Level 1 & 2

Independent Prescribing

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Full Job Description

We have an exciting opportunity for a Telemedicine Optometrist to join our expanding team at Primary Eyecare Services!

About Us

Primary Eyecare Services (PES) is an established provider of high-quality extended eye care services (those beyond sight testing), utilizing a large network of optical practice subcontractors across England (~2000). PES currently holds and manages contracts on behalf of the primary eye care network, spanning ~70 NHS commissioners and delivering over 380,000 episodes of patient care each year, with a total annual turnover of ~£25+ million. PES is a not-for-profit company, limited by guarantee. This model ensures that the majority of generated income passes through to frontline eye care services in optical practices.

Join us and be part of a company that is shaping the future of optometry

Role Overview

Primary Eyecare Services is seeking highly skilled, experienced, and clinically focused optometrists to join its central telemedicine clinical team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic and fast-paced healthcare environment, where high-pressure situations require strong clinical expertise, sound decision-making, and the ability to provide exceptional patient care.

As a key member of the clinical team, the telemedicine optometrist will be responsible for delivering high-quality care, ensuring accurate assessment and management of a wide range of ocular conditions. The role requires a commitment to maintaining clinical excellence, adhering to best practices, and working collaboratively to enhance patient outcomes.

This position is ideal for an optometrist who thrives in a challenging yet rewarding environment and is passionate about delivering the highest standards of care to patients. The ability to remain composed under pressure, make informed clinical judgments, and provide a compassionate patient experience is essential.

Salary

The FTE salary starts from £55,350. As this is a part-time role, the salary will be pro-rated accordingly.

Location

The role will be predominantly home-based, but there is a requirement to attend the PES Head Office in Manchester, M4 6LN, on occasion. You will also be required to attend the PES Head Office for two full days (9am-5pm) for your induction.

General Responsibilities

• Telemedicine Consultations: Conduct prompt and accurate patient assessments via remote consultation, managing a diverse range of conditions presenting via the Community Urgent Eyecare Service (CUES). This requires swift clinical decision-making and trusting your professional judgment in a fast-paced environment.
• Clinic Management: Efficiently oversee your assigned clinic, employing superior time management skills to maintain high standards of patient care under pressure. Efficiency and adaptability are essential to navigate the dynamic nature of the role.
• Effective Communication: Articulate clinical decisions and management advice clearly and confidently to patients, fellow clinicians, and team members, ensuring high professional standards are upheld.
• Clinical Support: Provide timely and knowledgeable clinical support to the service administrative team as situations arise, demonstrating reliability in high-pressure scenarios.
• Service Improvement: Collaborate proactively with operations and clinical leads to identify and implement enhancements in service delivery, contributing to the continuous improvement of patient care processes.

Shift Pattern

We have several part-time vacancies with different working schedules. The hours are set from 9am to 5:30pm. Due to business needs, flexibility with these days is limited: Monday and Tuesday.

Why You'll Love Working with Us

• Performance-Related Pay
• Pension Match up to 5%
• Sick and Critical Illness Cover
• Electric Car Scheme
• Enhanced Family Leave
• Paid Compassionate Leave
• 25 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays (increase after 2 years of service)

Training and Development Opportunities

• Employee of the Month and Year Awards
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• NHS Blue Light Card
• Cycle to Work Scheme

What We're Looking For

Qualifications

• GOC Registered Optometrist (Essential)
• Completion of WOPEC MECS Level 1 & 2 (Desirable)
• Additional qualifications registered with GOC e.g., Independent Prescribing, Professional Certificate in Medical Retina or Glaucoma (Desirable)
• Professional Indemnity Insurance via the AOP (Essential)

Experience

• A minimum of 3 years as a qualified optometrist (Essential)
• Evidence of CPD in accordance with GOC regulations (Essential)
• Experience in delivering urgent eye care services e.g., CUES/MECS (Essential)
• A range of experience within the optometric sector or additional roles (Desirable)

How To Apply

Please submit your up-to-date CV and personal statement highlighting your professional background and what motivates you to apply for this role.

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