Optometrist

Scienceabode; Bristol; On-site; GBP 40,000 - GBP 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A private hospital group in Bristol is seeking a full-time Optometrist to join their forward-looking team. You'll work with cutting-edge equipment and have opportunities to develop skills alongside experienced ophthalmic consultants. The role includes supporting cataract surgery pathways and requires GOC registration. Salary ranges from £40,000 to £70,000 annually, with additional benefits including a pension and paid training.

Benefits

Wellbeing and lifestyle benefits

Professional development support

25-28 days holiday plus Bank holidays

Private pension contributions

CPD days

Qualifications

• GOC registration required.
• Experience with refractive surgery assessments preferred.
• Strong knowledge of ophthalmic disease and care.

Responsibilities

• Report to the Outpatients Manager.
• Work in a forward-looking department with modern equipment.
• Develop skills in cataract services alongside consultants.

Skills

GOC registered Optometrist

Experience in pre- and post-assessments of patients

Knowledge of ophthalmic surgical care provision

Ability to independently prescribe

Job description

Optometrist

Full-time 37.5 hrs per week.

Are you looking to join a team passionate about creating an exceptional experience for patients in modern, clean and comfortable surroundings?

We have an exciting opportunity for an Optometrist at a private hospital in the Bristol area.

This role is full-time, working between two hospitals with main hours Mon‑Fri and occasional Saturday. On‑call rota is required.

What you’ll be doing

Reporting to the Outpatients Manager, you will be part of a small, forward‑looking department with the latest ophthalmic equipment, including IOL Master 700 and the latest edition Humphrey Visual Field Analyser. Specialist areas offered include cataract surgery pathways, age‑related macular degeneration assessment and treatment pathways and ocular‑plastic pathway.

This role is ideal for someone keen to develop skills alongside experienced Ophthalmic Consultants to deliver an outstanding cataract service.

Why join us

Our client offers outstanding training for Optometrists, integrating you into the cataract pathway from first consultation to surgery listing and providing follow‑up and routine appointments for elective ophthalmic services.

Qualifications

• GOC registered Optometrist.
• Experience in pre‑ and post‑assessments of patients referred for refractive surgery.
• Knowledge of ophthalmic surgical care provision and ophthalmic disease.
• Ability to independently prescribe and deliver first appointments on a cataract pathway.

Benefits

• An extensive range of wellbeing and lifestyle benefits.
• Support for professional development and growth.
• 25 days holiday increasing with service up to a maximum of 28 days + Bank holidays.
• Private pension with employee and employer contributions.
• CPD days and mandatory training through an excellent in‑house education programme.

£40,000 – £70,000/annum – free parking, pension + benefits.

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