Optometrist in Training

2 weeks ago

Gloucester, Gloucestershire, United Kingdom Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Full time

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our team as a Pre-Registration Optometrist. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work under supervision in a range of hospital optometry and ophthalmology clinics, including specialist medical contact lenses, low vision assessment, adult refraction, and paediatric refraction and dispensing.

Main Duties of the Job

The post-holder will be responsible for working under supervision to develop their clinical skills and knowledge, with the opportunity to work towards independent working with minimal supervision once training has been completed.

About Us

The Ophthalmology unit within Gloucestershire Hospitals is recognised nationally as being in the forefront of Ophthalmology in the UK and the unit is highly regarded for clinical training and research.

Job Responsibilities

The post-holder will be required to work in both of the main Ophthalmology Outpatients departments at Cheltenham General and Gloucestershire Royal Hospitals, with access to transportation being an advantage.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Working towards Optometry BSc (hons) degree
  • Registration with General Optical Council as student optometrist

Desirable

  • Potential for 2:1 Optometry BSc (hons) degree

Experience

Desirable

  • Relevant experience working in healthcare clinical environment
  • Experience as an observer/volunteer in NHS (ideally ophthalmology/optometry) setting
  • Work experience in optometric practice as student/optical assistant
  • Previous experience working with elderly, vulnerable or visual impaired patients

Knowledge/Skills

Essential

  • Competent level of IT skills
  • Good communication skills with patients and other staff members
  • Able to organise and prioritise own workload
  • Able to work on own initiative and within a team
  • Ensure accuracy, clinical precision and demonstrate attention to detail

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