Optometrist

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Job Description

Job Title: Optometrist
Location: Southampton

The Medical People are recruiting on behalf of our client.

Our client is a leading private provider of eye care, delivering exceptional patient care, outstanding clinical outcomes, and continuous investment in people and technology.

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an Optometrist to provide care to patients at the Southampton Surgery Centre. You will work as part of a multi-disciplinary team alongside experienced eye care professionals, including ophthalmologists, and play a crucial role in delivering a diverse range of clinical eye care services.

Key Responsibilities

Your role will be varied and may include:

  • Pre- and post-operative consultations for refractive and cataract surgery patients
  • Providing clinical support to ophthalmologists
  • Conducting Essential and Advanced Eye Examinations for patients

Package & Benefits

Our client offers optometrists a comprehensive rewards package, including:

  • Salary up to £70,000 plus a £5,000 relocation bonus
  • Performance-based pay enhancements
  • 33 days annual leave (increasing with length of service)
  • Pension scheme
  • Private healthcare
  • Paid professional fees
  • Indemnity coverage
  • Independent Prescribing sponsorship and placement assistance
  • Access to CET courses
  • Complimentary or discounted laser eye, intraocular lens surgery, or Lipiflow treatment
  • Flexible working patterns, including longer hours across fewer days, to support lifestyle and family commitments
  • Relocation allowances considered

Training & Support

  • Full refractive and cataract surgery training provided by experienced clinicians
  • Day-to-day support from a highly professional team
  • Access to guidance from the Clinical Services team, including some of the most experienced optometrists and ophthalmologists in refractive surgery and cataract care

How to Apply

Applications without a CV will not be considered.
Please submit your CV via our application portal to be considered for this role.

If you are passionate about eye care and want to work in a dynamic, professional environment, we would love to hear from you.

Our client is an equal opportunities employer.