Highly Specialist Optometrist

Job overview

We are recruiting for a Highly Specialist Optometrist who shares our vision to be trusted to provide consistently outstanding care and exemplary service to our patients.

You will work closely with the line manager to deliver a comprehensive range of core optometric services to the highest standards of quality and care. You will participate in the delivery of certain highly complex specialist optometric services that meet the changing needs of the Trust and other outside agencies.

You will need a BSc in Optometry, GOC registration and be able to demonstrate post registration experience. You will also be supporting specialist services in paediatric ophthalmology, glaucoma, medical retina and emergency eye care, therefore post graduate qualifications and/or experience in these areas would be advantageous. We promote continuous professional development, training and development will be supported in these specialist areas. Ideally the post will be held by a single candidate, however sessional appointments would also be considered.

At the heart of everything we do are our core values: Include, Respect, and Improve. We encourage you to embrace these values throughout the recruitment process and in your role with us.

Main duties of the job

Cover general optometry practice and the opportunity for extended role in the Ophthalmology Service providing clinics in the Paediatric Ophthalmology, Glaucoma, Medical Retina and Urgent Eye Clinics.

To undertake administrative duties as agreed with the line manager.

To undertake clinical audit as agreed with the line manager.

To provide teaching and training at post graduate level for multiple disciplines within ophthalmology both internally and externally.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification applicant pack for further detailed information regarding this role.