Hospital Optometrist: Cataract Care, Training & Flexible Hours

SpaMedica; Taunton (MA); On-site; USD 72,763 - 76,161; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days holidays

Performance bonuses

CPD provided

Pension benefits

Refer a friend scheme

DBS checks

Travel expenses

Job summary

SpaMedica, the UKs largest NHS cataract provider, is hiring a Hospital Optometrist to join our expanding team in Poole. You will support pre- and post-operative cataract care, with training provided and senior optometrists by your side.

We offer a structured rota with on-call duties, development opportunities in Medical Retina and Glaucoma, and a generous benefits package including holidays, bonuses and pension.

Qualifications

• A qualified optometrist with current GOC registration.
• Passionate about learning and developing with higher qualifications.
• Previous hospital optometry experience is a plus, but not essential – full training provided.

Responsibilities

• Perform pre and post operative assessments for cataract surgery patients.
• Conduct pre op assessments for YAG laser capsulotomy referrals.
• Obtain informed consent in a professional and ethical manner.
• Participate in the on call and weekend rota as needed.
• Ensure your clinical area is ready, with equipment checked before and after clinics.
• Complete basic life support and manual handling training.
• Collaborate with the multi-disciplinary team in day-to-day clinic operations.

Job description

SpaMedica, the UKs largest NHS cataract provider, is hiring a Hospital Optometrist to join our expanding team in Poole. You will support pre- and post-operative cataract care, with training provided and senior optometrists by your side.

We offer a structured rota with on-call duties, development opportunities in Medical Retina and Glaucoma, and a generous benefits package including holidays, bonuses and pension.