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Locum Optometrist in Great Malvern, Worcestershire, England

Are you an experienced and compassionate Locum Optometrist who has vast knowledge in detecting defects in vision, and treating eye diseases and other vision problems? We have an exciting offer for you at the confidential optical practice optical practices in Worcestershire. This flexible or locum optometry opportunity is suited to a clinician who wants a carefully qualified conversation before committing to an introduction.

Source Vision job 274 Pattern Temporary Pay/rate Competitive To be confirmed Discipline Optometrist
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Public brief

What this role is likely to suit

We are looking for a talented Locum Optometrist to join the confidential practice team in Greater Malvern, Worcestershire. In this role, you will provide comprehensive eye care services, from conducting detailed eye exams to diagnosing and managing a range of ocular conditions. As part of a dedicated healthcare team, you will play a key role in ensuring that patients receive the highest standard of care and attention. The role is presented as a confidential client opportunity, so public details focus on professional fit rather than exposing employer information.

Full public brief

We are looking for a talented Locum Optometrist to join the confidential practice team in Greater Malvern, Worcestershire. In this role, you will provide comprehensive eye care services, from conducting detailed eye exams to diagnosing and managing a range of ocular conditions. As part of a dedicated healthcare team, you will play a key role in ensuring that patients receive the highest standard of care and attention. 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. - Offer expert advice to patients on maintaining optimal eye health, including the proper use of contact lenses and the importance of routine eye check-ups. - Perform in-depth eye examinations utilizing advanced diagnostic tools to assess vision and identify eye conditions. - 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 Candidate requirements - Must be registered with the General Optical Council (GOC). - Have 2-3 years of experience as an optometrist (written references must be provided). - Strong communication and interpersonal skills. - Registered performer with your NHS area team or health board. - Be on track to meet the statutory points requirements for CPD. - Accredited by the MECs or WECs (willing to gain accreditation). Why work with Verovian - Access to exclusive vacancies and shifts - Fully online registration and onboarding process - Collaborating alongside your assigned 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 be registered with the General Optical Council (GOC).
  • Have 2-3 years of experience as an optometrist (written references must be provided).
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Registered performer with your NHS area team or health board.
  • Be on track to meet the statutory points requirements for CPD.
  • Accredited by the MECs or WECs (willing to gain accreditation).

Benefits and working context

  • Access to exclusive vacancies and shifts
  • Fully online registration and onboarding process
  • Collaborating alongside your assigned 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. Working pattern: Locum Optometrist to join the confidential practice team in Greater Malvern, Worcestershire.. 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.