Job Description
JOB DESCRIPTION - OPTOMETRIST
This is a full-time on-site role for a Refractive Optometrist at EuroEyes LEC London in Knightsbridge, London. The Refractive Optometrist will be responsible for conducting eye exams, diagnosing vision problems, prescribing corrective lenses, and providing pre- and post-operative care for patients undergoing refractive surgeries.
About us:
Located in Knightsbridge near Harrods, EuroEyes LEC London is an international eye clinic that specialises in the treatment of myopia, presbyopia, hyperopia and cataracts.
EuroEyes clinics has over 30 years of experience in the field of refractive surgery. Our specialist team includes some of the most experienced doctors and surgeons in the industry, and we are dedicated to providing solutions for anyone who wants freedom from glasses, contact lenses and reading glasses.
JOB SPECIFICATIONS
This job requires:
•\tThe ability to deal with high stress environments in pro-active manner
•\tThe ability to differentiate between important and urgent tasks, and prioritise and complete multiple tasks
•\tThe need to demonstrate flexibility, including duties, hours of work, breaks, working conditions, working with team members, protocols and procedures, updates in knowledge etc.
•\tAn openness to change, grow, and take on greater levels of responsibility and performance.
•\tThe ability to communicate and interact effectively, calmly and compassionately, during points of contact with patients and staff alike
PERSONAL REQUIREMENTS
•\tOptometrist degree with a valid GOC registration
•\tPrevious experience in refractive surgery – minimum 2 years
•\tExcellent verbal and written communication
•\tA self-starter, capable of working within a team with minimal supervision
•\tClerical and administrative experience using computers
•\tWorking Knowledge of a simple database application, word, excel, email and Internet
•\tExcellent problem-solving skills
•\tExcellent organizational skills
•\tExperience in conducting comprehensive eye exams and diagnosing vision problems
•\tKnowledge of pre- and post-operative care for refractive surgeries
DUTIES – DAILY
•\tFull pre-operative consultation for suitability for laser surgery, cataract, RLEs and ICL’s.
•\tPost-operative consultations
•\tDiagnostic scanning and training other members of staff
•\tAnalysis of data and clinical diagnostics beyond the consultation
•\tReport writing
•\tPatients queries
•\tContinuous training in refractive eye surgery, and core ophthalmic skills
•\tTake part in presentations
•\tComplex patients case management
•\tCo-management of patients with their surgeons, and other optometrists and nurses.
REPORTING AND LOCATION
Reporting: You will report to the Clinic Manager.
Location: 163-169 Brompton Road SW3 1PY
WORKING HOURS
40 hours a week between the hours 08:00-20:00, Monday - Saturday
BENEFITS
•\t25 days holiday + Bank holidays
•\tPrivate health insurance
•\tStaff lunches
•\tCorporate parties
•\tDiscounts on treatments
•\tTraining in the UK and abroad
Salary: £65,000-£75,000 pa depending on experience