Glaucoma / IP Specialist - Monday - Friday - £75,000 FTE

The Company

A well-established private ophthalmology clinic with over 30 years of experience in delivering high-quality eye care is looking for an Advanced Clinical Optometrist with a specialist interest in glaucoma to join its experienced team. The organisation provides a wide range of specialist ophthalmic services, including refractive surgery, cataracts, macular services, glaucoma, ocular plastics and general ophthalmology.

The Position

We are seeking an experienced and confident Advanced Clinical Optometrist to work across two established clinics in Southport and Ormskirk. The role will primarily focus on glaucoma, with opportunities to work across face-to-face and virtual review clinics covering a variety of ophthalmology sub-specialties.

The successful candidate will be part of a multidisciplinary team, delivering high standards of patient care through clinical assessments, treatment and ongoing evaluation. There may also be opportunities to undertake extended surgical roles, including Selective Laser Trabeculoplasty (SLT), YAG Laser Peripheral Iridotomy and YAG capsulotomies.

This position is available on a full-time basis, although part-time applicants will also be considered. Candidates with a Level 3 glaucoma qualification will be particularly desirable.

The Location

The ideal candidate will be based in Southport, Ormskirk or the surrounding areas, with access to reliable transport and the flexibility to work across both clinic locations.

Why Should You Apply?

• £60,000-£75,000 salary (pro rata),negotiable depending on experience
• Full-time or part-time working options 25 days of annual leave
• Company healthcare Pension scheme Paid study leave
• Opportunity to work within a well-established ophthalmology service
• Specialist glaucoma-focused clinical role Exposure to a variety of ophthalmology sub-specialties
• Opportunities to develop extended clinical and surgical skills
• Work within a multidisciplinary team
• Commitment to ongoing professional development

REQUIREMENTS

• GOC registered Optometrist Higher Certificate or Diploma in Glaucoma (Level 2) essential
• Level 3 glaucoma qualification - desirable
• Independent Prescribing qualification - essential
• Previous hospital eye service or private eye clinic experience - essential
• Experience using specialist ophthalmic diagnostic equipment
• Experience conducting clinical audits and supporting the training of others
• Strong clinical knowledge and commitment to continuous professional development
• Excellent communication and written English skills Competent IT skills; knowledge of EMIS Web or electronic patient records is desirable
• Full UK driving licence and access to reliable transport - essential A flexible team player who can maintain excellent clinical standards in a busy clinical environment

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. All offers are subject to satisfactory enhanced DBS checks.

If you cannot offer the above requirements, please do not apply for the position.

INTERESTED?

If you are interested, please contact our Consultant, Joe Preston, on OR - he will answer any questions and provide all the details needed.

Recommendations / Refer a Friend

Vivid Optical are working in partnership with a leading ophthalmology provider on this vacancy. If you are not interested but know someone who would be perfect for the role, we can offer up to £500 for each successful recommendation.