Role: Hospital OptometristLocation: Swansea, UKHours: 37.5 hours over 5 days, to include 1 in 4 Saturdays per month (part-time considered)Salary: £52,488 - £59,987 per annumWe offer a comprehensive training program, including Independent Prescribing qualification, to help you advance your career with SpaMedica.Are you looking for a new challenge in optometry?SpaMedica is the UK's largest provider of NHS cataract surgery and we are seeking a skilled Hospital Optometrist to join our team at Swansea.As a Hospital Optometrist at SpaMedica, patient care is our top priority, not sales targets or KPIs. You will receive full training and support from senior optometrists.You will be part of our 150-strong hospital optometrist team, supporting our cataract service across various clinics, including Pre-op, Post-op, and YAG laser treatments.The role offers opportunities for development and exploring specialisms like Medical Retina, Glaucoma, and private services, such as Freedom vision. You may also have the chance to work from home occasionally.If you enjoy variety, ocular disease was your favorite subject, and you're eager to learn advanced skills like YAG laser treatment, this role is ideal for you.About the RolePerform pre- and post-operative assessments for cataract surgery patientsConduct pre-op assessments for YAG laser capsulotomy referralsObtain informed consent in a professional and ethical mannerParticipate in on-call and weekend rota as neededEnsure clinical areas are ready with equipment checked before and after clinicsComplete basic life support and manual handling trainingCollaborate with the multi-disciplinary team in day-to-day clinic operationsWhat We Are Looking ForA qualified optometrist with current GOC registrationPassionate individuals who have developed higher qualifications and a desire to learnPrevious hospital optometry experience is beneficial but not essential; full training is providedWhy Work with Us?Join a team that values safety, integrity, kindness, and transparencyAll SpaMedica hospitals inspected by the CQC have been rated 'Good' or 'Outstanding'We have recently achieved Investors in People Platinum accreditationOpportunities to grow, learn new skills, and advance your careerBe part of a caring community-focused team involved in charity workBenefits33 days' annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays), increasing with length of servicePerformance bonuses twice a year (up to 10%)CPD provided internallyCompetitive pension and maternity benefitsRecommend a friend scheme (£350 reward for both)Free quarterly snacks, flu vaccinations, and DBS checksBenefits and discounts at a large selection of retailers/hospitalityContinuous training and development program through our internal learning management system and clinical training teamPaid travel expenses