Resident Optometrist Newly Qualified
Location: Sheffield
Job Type: Permanent, Full-time
Recruiting on behalf of a client by The Medical People Recruitment
Job Summary
We are recruiting a dedicated and compassionate Optometrist on behalf of a respected optical provider in Sheffield. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering high-quality eye care services, including eye examinations, diagnosis, and treatment of visual conditions. A strong commitment to patient care and the ability to work effectively with individuals of all ages, especially seniors, is essential.
Duties:
* Perform comprehensive eye examinations to assess vision and detect eye health issues
* Prescribe corrective lenses and relevant treatment plans
* Educate patients on maintaining eye health and proper eyewear care
* Accurately maintain patient records and documentation
* Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated care
* Keep up to date with advancements in optometry and best practices
* Support community outreach initiatives promoting eye health
Requirements:
* Doctor of Optometry (OD) degree from an accredited institution
* Valid optometry license in the UK
* Strong understanding of visual system anatomy
* Excellent interpersonal and patient care skills
* Comfortable working with elderly patients
* Proficiency in using optometric diagnostic equipment
* Strong organisation and attention to clinical detail
Benefits:
* Employee discount
* Store discount
Salary: Depends on experience
Work Location: In person
Recruiter: The Medical People Recruitment (acting on behalf of the client)
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Benefits:
* Childcare
* Company pension
* Cycle to work scheme
* Employee discount
* Enhanced maternity leave
* Enhanced paternity leave
* Free parking
* Gym membership
* Health & wellbeing programme
* Private medical insurance
* Sick pay
* Store discount
Ability to commute/relocate:
* Sheffield: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):
* How many years of experience do you have as a practicing Optometrist?
* Are you comfortable conducting full eye examinations independently?
* Do you have experience working with elderly patients or in a community-focused setting?
* Are you willing to work full-time, on-site in Sheffield?
Licence/Certification:
* GOC (required)
Work authorisation:
* United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
Responsibilities
* Perform comprehensive eye and vision tests
* Diagnose defects of the eye, such as myopia, astigmatism and glaucoma
* Provide personalized temporary and permanent solutions to sight issues based on each patient's specific case and medical history
* Prescribe medications, eyeglasses and contact lenses
* Advise patients on proper eye care techniques
* Keep updated and accurate medical records for all patients
* Book next appointments in cases where re-examination is required
* Train patients on how to use and maintain their contact lenses
* Refer eye doctors and ophthalmologists when patients need to undergo a surgery or in cases of severe eye injuries
Requirements
* Work experience as an Optometrist
* In-depth understanding of eye conditions and vision defects
* Hands-on experience with eye examination tools, such as ophthalmoscope and tonometer
* The ability to explain medical terms simply and calmly
* Attention to detail
* Degree in Optometry