Seeking a Hospital Optometrist to join our team at Truro, supporting cataract services and offering opportunities for development and learning.
As a Hospital Optometrist, you will be part of our 150-strong team, supporting cataract services across various clinics. You will have the opportunity to work with a range of patients, including those undergoing cataract surgery, and will be involved in pre and post-operative assessments, as well as YAG laser treatments.
Key responsibilities include:
* Performing pre and post-operative assessments for cataract surgery patients
* Conducting pre-op assessments for YAG laser capsulotomy referrals
* Obtaining informed consent in a professional and ethical manner
* Participating in the on-call and weekend rota as needed
* Ensuring the clinical area is ready, with equipment checked before and after clinics
* Completing basic life support and manual handling training
* Collaborating with the multi-disciplinary team in the day-to-day operations of the clinic
Requirements:
* A qualified optometrist with current GOC registration
* People who are passionate about learning and have developed themselves with higher qualifications
* Previous hospital optometry experience is a plus, but not essential – we provide full training
About SpaMedica:
* We are the UK's largest provider of NHS cataract surgery
* We have a team of 150 hospital optometrists supporting our cataract services
* We offer opportunities for development and learning, including training in advanced skills like YAG laser
* We have a strong commitment to patient care and safety
Benefits:
* 33 days holidays (inclusive of bank holidays) increasing with length of service
* Performance bonuses twice a year (up to 10%)
* CPD provided internally
* Competitive pension and maternity benefits
* Recommend a friend scheme (£350 reward for both)
* Free quarterly snacks, flu vaccinations and DBS checks
* Benefits and discounts at a large selection of retailers/hospitality
* Continuous training and development programme through our internal learning management system and clinical training team
* Paid travel expenses