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Optometrist
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Optometrist – Refractive & Cataract Surgery
Location: Haywards Heath & Brighton (Covering both clinics)
Job Type: Full-Time or Part-Time opportunities available
Salary: Competitive (Relocation allowance considered)
On behalf of our client—the UK’s leading private provider of laser eye, premium intraocular lens, and cataract surgery—we are seeking a skilled Optometrist to join their growing team. Due to group expansion, this fantastic opportunity will cover clinics in both Haywards Heath and Brighton.
If you are looking to advance your clinical career outside of traditional high-street retail optics, this role offers the perfect environment. You will work alongside an exceptional multi-disciplinary team, including world-class Ophthalmologists, using market-leading diagnostic technologies from Carl Zeiss and Johnson & Johnson Vision.
The Role
No two days are the same in this dynamic clinical role, where you will play a vital part in specialised patient pathways.
Key Responsibilities:
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- Specialist Consultations: Conduct thorough pre- and post-operative consultations for refractive and cataract surgery patients.
- Clinical Collaboration: Provide vital clinical support to experienced Ophthalmologists.
- Eye Examinations: Perform comprehensive Essential and Advanced Eye Examinations using state-of-the-art clinical technology.
- Patient Journeys: Guide patients through their life-changing surgical journey, providing expert advice and outstanding care.
What We Are Looking For
- Registration: Fully qualified Optometrist registered with the General Optical Council (GOC).
- Experience: A minimum of 2 years of post-registration experience as a GOC registered optometrist is required.
- Clinical Mindset: A strong interest in refractive surgery and lens care (full specialist training will be provided by experienced clinicians).
- Flexibility: Ability to cover clinics in both Haywards Heath and Brighton as required.
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What’s on Offer?
Our client heavily invests in their people, offering an industry-leading benefits package:
- Financial Package: Competitive market-leading salary (Relocation allowances will be considered).
- Work-Life Balance: 33 days of annual leave, with flexible working patterns available.
- Incredible Perks: Free Laser Eye Surgery or Intraocular Lens Surgery for yourself, plus free eye tests and generous discounts for friends and family.
- Professional Development: Unrivalled specialist training and dedicated day-to-day guidance from a world-class Clinical Services team.
- Wellbeing: Comprehensive Pension Scheme, Employee Assistance Programme, and modern working environments.
How to Apply
If you have at least 2 years of GOC experience and want to elevate your career into advanced refractive care, we want to hear from you.
📥 Apply directly through this platform with your updated CV, or contact our recruitment team for a confidential discussion.
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