Job Summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced IP Optometrist to join our team at Optegra's prestigious private Brighton Eye Hospital. This role offers a chance to be part of a growing and developing business, with access to fantastic fully funded training programs.
Job Description
As an integral part of a multidisciplinary team working alongside consultants, you will be required to carry out pre and post-operative consultations, assessing the suitability of patients for treatment. Some key responsibilities include:
* Carrying out examinations associated with cataract surgery.
* Running acute and follow-up clinics post-surgery for patients, documenting findings in electronic medical record systems.
* Providing health advice and support to patients attending the hospital.
* Offering first-line clinical advice to patients and following the appropriate means of referral to a medical practitioner if necessary.
* Ensuring awareness of equipment use, safety precautions, and handling within the clinical competency framework.
* Staying aware of CQC policies and updates, attending all mandatory update courses.
Requirements
To be successful in this role, you will need:
* Current GOC registration as a fully qualified optometrist.
* IP qualification.
* Extensive experience working as an optometrist in a refractive, high street, or hospital environment.
* Experience using patient administration systems and electronic medical record systems.
* Experience working towards conversion targets and other KPIs within Vision Correction.