Seeking a Hospital Optometrist to join our team at Chester, supporting cataract surgery and offering opportunities for development and learning.
As a Hospital Optometrist at SpaMedica, you will be part of a team that prioritizes patient care, without sales targets or KPIs. We provide full training and support from senior optometrists.
You will work in a dynamic environment, supporting our cataract service across various clinics, with opportunities to develop skills in Medical Retina, Glaucoma, and private services. You will also have the chance to work from home on occasion.
Key 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 the day-to-day operations of the clinic.
Requirements:
* A qualified optometrist with current GOC registration.
* People that 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.
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 to help enhance your skills.
* Paid travel expenses.
SpaMedica is the UK's largest provider of NHS cataract surgery, with all our hospitals inspected by the CQC rated as 'Good' or 'Outstanding'. We have recently been awarded Investors in People Platinum accreditation.
We are an equal opportunities employer, committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and candidates. Our organisation is committed to safe and fair recruitment, safeguarding and protecting those we care for and serve.
"Our patients matter to us. As the UK's largest cataract surgery provider, we work every day to give something meaningful to you and life changing to our patients. Our patients place their trust in you and by working with us, you can truly change peoples lives".