Position Overview
We are looking to recruit a full‑time Clinical Lead Optometrist (Band 8A) to work within St Paul’s Eye Unit at the Royal Liverpool University Hospital.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide patient‑facing care with a particular focus on cataract assessment.
* Participate in the delivery and management of direct patient care.
* Conduct and oversee clinical audit, research and teaching/training activities.
* Coordinate and lead the delivery of patient services, ensuring timely, safe and high‑quality care.
* Collaborate with a team of five Clinical Lead Optometrists and twenty Specialist Optometrists.
Qualifications & Experience
* Significant hospital optometry experience.
* Higher qualification relevant to the role (e.g., MSc or equivalent).
* Demonstrated ability in research, audit and teaching.
* Experience working in a tertiary referral ophthalmology setting is desirable.
Location
Royal Liverpool University Hospital, St Paul’s Eye Unit, Liverpool. The post may also involve working at other Trust sites as required.
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