What this role is likely to suit
Are you an experienced Optometrist seeking a flexible locum position? the confidential optical practice practice in Somerset is offering a fantastic opportunity to provide high-quality eye care to a diverse patient group. As a locum optometrist, you'll enjoy a dynamic work schedule, supported by a friendly and professional team in a modern practice with up-to-date equipment. The role is presented as a confidential client opportunity, so public details focus on professional fit rather than exposing employer information.
Full public brief
Are you an experienced Optometrist seeking a flexible locum position? the confidential optical practice practice in Somerset is offering a fantastic opportunity to provide high-quality eye care to a diverse patient group. As a locum optometrist, you'll enjoy a dynamic work schedule, supported by a friendly and professional team in a modern practice with up-to-date equipment. Job specification - Adhere to all relevant healthcare guidelines, ensuring best practices in every aspect of patient care. - Collaborate with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to deliver well-rounded patient care. - Diagnose and treat a variety of eye conditions, including glaucoma, cataracts, and macular degeneration. - Engage with the local community through eye health awareness programs and screening events. - Keep meticulous records of patient histories, examination results, treatment plans, and follow-up visits. - Prescribe and customize eyewear, including glasses and contact lenses, to meet individual patient needs. - Provide essential care before and after eye surgeries, ensuring patients' recovery and ongoing eye health. Candidate requirements - Must have a Doctor of Optometry degree and be registered under the General Optical Council. - Must have a valid state license to practice Optometry in the United Kingdom. - Flexibility: Availablity to receive locum tasks throughout the year, while having the flexibility to accommodate occasional shifts or extended work periods, preferred - Skillset: High level of expertise in identifying and treating various eye-related conditions and disorders. - Mobility: Must be available to travel to various places of practice within Somerset. Why work with Verovian - Access to exclusive vacancies and shifts - Fully online registration and onboarding process - Working with your dedicated consultants - Up to GBP 200 referral bonus [T&C apply] - Free CV and consultation
Role scope
- Deliver sight tests, clinical assessment and patient communication to a consistently high standard.
- Use professional judgement around referral, clinical escalation and patient education.
- Work with the practice team to keep clinics safe, smooth and commercially aware without rushing clinical quality.
What we will qualify with you
- Testing structure, equipment, appointment length and support team context.
- Saturdays, late clinics, locum dates or permanent rota expectations.
- Pay package, benefits, career route and any non-negotiables before representation.
Candidate profile
- Must have a Doctor of Optometry degree and be registered under the General Optical Council.
- Must have a valid state license to practice Optometry in the United Kingdom.
- Flexibility: Availablity to receive locum tasks throughout the year, while having the flexibility to accommodate occasional shifts or extended work periods, preferred
- Skillset: High level of expertise in identifying and treating various eye-related conditions and disorders.
- Mobility: Must be available to travel to various places of practice within Somerset.
Benefits and working context
- Access to exclusive vacancies and shifts
- Fully online registration and onboarding process
- Working with your dedicated consultants
- Up to GBP 200 referral bonus [T&C apply]
- Free CV and consultation
Pay, rota and consent
Published pay/rate: Competitive To be confirmed. Setting: confidential optical practice. Before representation, Verovian will confirm pay or rate, working pattern, location expectations, client context and what information you consent to share.