Optometrist

Service Care Solutions are currently recruiting a Clinical Optometrist on a Permanent Part Time basis in Gateshead.

This position is ideal for an Optometrist with 12 months of post-registration experience and current GOC registration.
As a Clinical Optometrist, you will work with a wider clinical team to deliver safe, effective, and efficient clinical care.

Your primary responsibilities will focus on patient-centric care, providing independent eye care, and assessing the need for cataract surgery.
The sucessful Optometrists provide independent eye care and assess the need for cataract surgery, ensuring patients understand the associated risks and benefits while providing reassurance throughout their journey.
Key Responsibilities:

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  Assess and counsel patients for cataract surgery, discussing expected outcomes.
  


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  Ensure patients understand the risks and benefits of surgery in a considerate manner.
  


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  Provide reassurance throughout the patient journey, from assessment to post-operative care.
  


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  Collaborate with medical staff for post-operative management.
  


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  Undertake YAG laser procedures with training.
  

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  A GOC registered Optometrist with at least 12 months of post-registration experience.
  


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  Motivated to develop with a keen interest in clinical optometry.
  


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  Excellent communication and strong interpersonal skills.
  


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  Outstanding organisational skills and attention to detail.
  


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  Understanding of clinical governance and a commitment to providing the highest quality of care.
  

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  25 days of holiday plus bank holidays.
  


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  Buy and sell annual leave scheme.
  


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  CompanyPension
  


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  Company Sick Pay
  


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  Life assurance scheme.
  


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  Blue Light Card and Cashback Scheme
  


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  Employee Discount
  


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  Gym membership
  


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  Cycle to work and Tech Scheme
  


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  Plus more