Optegra Eye Health Care
Refractive Bank Optometrist
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Optometrist (Zero-Hour Contract)
Optegra has an exciting new opportunity for an experienced optometrist to join our exceptional and dedicated team. This is an exciting role in a forward-thinking business with a comprehensive benefits package, including fully funded training, development programs, and flexible shifts available at our Kent Clinic.
Salary: Up to £50 per hour, dependent on refractive experience.
About Optegra Eye Healthcare
Optegra Eye Healthcare has proudly been recognised as one of 115 Best Big Places to Work 2025 by the Sunday Times. We foster an exceptional working environment where staff can thrive. At Optegra, we prioritise your growth, wellbeing, and contribution at every stage of your career.
The Role
As part of a multi-disciplinary team, you’ll work alongside consultants, performing key clinical responsibilities:
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- Conduct pre-operative and post-operative consultations to assess patient suitability for refractive surgery, cataract, and medical retina procedures.
- Carry out examinations linked to refractive surgery, cataract, and medical retina processes.
- Manage acute and post-surgery follow-up clinics, recording patient findings in electronic medical record systems.
- Offer health advice and support to hospital patients.
- Provide first-line clinical advice to patients, referring to medical practitioners when necessary.
- Stay up-to-date with CQC policies and guidelines, attending mandatory update training.
Requirements
To thrive in this role, applicants must fulfil the following:
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- Current GOC registration as a fully qualified optometrist.
- Extensive experience in refractive, high-street, or hospital optometry.
- Experience with patient administration and electronic medical record systems.
- Comfortable working towards conversion targets and KPIs in vision correction.
Optegra’s Values
We are an inclusive, welcoming business, committed to:
- Supporting you in living the career you want without compromising who you are.
- Fostering a supportive team environment, respecting individual uniqueness.
Closing Notes
Apply as soon as possible—this vacancy may close once sufficient applications are received.
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