Optometrist

Optometrist – IP Sponsorship and Refractive Training - Surgical Eye Clinic

Location: Middlesbrough

Recruiter: Compass Associates

Salary: £60,000 - £70,000 DOE + 33 Days Annual Leave + Paid Professional Fees

Employment Type: Full-Time Part-Time

Are you a GOC-registered Optometrist looking to take your career to the next level?

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established, specialist eye clinic that is at the forefront of laser eye surgery and advanced ophthalmic care. With over 25 years of success in the industry, the company is committed to investing in both patient outcomes and employee development.

With a “put the patient first” mentality and a transcending care for their employee’s career paths, this a great opportunity to continue your growth as an Optometrist; you will also be given full refractive and cataract surgery training as soon as you start, and there will also be the option Sponsor your Independent Prescribing (IP) Course.

Role Overview

This role is ideal for an Optometrist with 1-2 years post-registration experience, who is eager to expand their clinical skillset. Full specialist training will be provided, including refractive, cataract, and glaucoma pathways. You'll be working in a modern clinic environment where patient care is paramount and continuous professional development is encouraged.

Key Responsibilities

Delivering essential and advanced eye examinations

Supporting ophthalmologists with clinical assessments

Conducting pre- and post-operative consultations for cataract and refractive procedures

Requirements

GOC Registered

Minimum 1 years UK post-registration experience

BSc in Optometry

Strong clinical decision-making and interpersonal skills

Passionate about delivering exceptional patient care

Comfortable working in a multidisciplinary team

Prior experience in a private or clinical setting is a plus

Benefits

Up to £70,000 DOE

Independent Prescribing Sponsorship and Placement Assistance.

Training in Pre and post-operative consultations for our refractive and cataract surgery patients

33 Days Annual Leave

Pension Scheme

Private Healthcare

Paid Professional Fees

Staff Discount & Cycle to Work Scheme

Indemnity Coverage

Free Laser Eye Surgery

Generous Friends & Family Discount

Referral Scheme

Compass Associates Ltd is acting as the exclusive recruitment consultancy for this vacancy.

We offer a £200 John Lewis voucher for every successful recommendation or referral.

Interested?

If you're an Optometrist looking for a rewarding opportunity, we’d love to hear from you.

Contact Information

Ben Warnes

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