Optometrist - Brighton

Brighton is a vibrant and picturesque coastal city on the south coast of England, known for its lively arts scene, beautiful beaches, and eclectic atmosphere. With a rich history, diverse cultural events, and a wide range of dining and entertainment options, Brighton offers a dynamic and welcoming environment for both residents and visitors alike.

Brighton is well-connected by a variety of transport links, making it easy to travel to and from the city:

Train: Brighton Railway Station is a major hub, offering direct services to London (approximately 50 minutes to Victoria Station), Gatwick Airport (30 minutes), and other destinations along the south coast.
Bus: Brighton is served by an extensive local bus network, as well as national bus services with direct routes to London, surrounding towns, and regional destinations.
Road: The city is easily accessible via the A23 road, which connects Brighton to London and the M25 motorway. It also has good links to the A27, which leads west to Southampton and east to Hastings.
Cycling: Brighton is known for its bike-friendly infrastructure, with several cycling routes and bike-sharing schemes available.
Air Travel: Brighton is located around 30 minutes from Gatwick Airport, offering both domestic and international flights. Heathrow and London City Airport are also within reasonable reach for longer journeys.

Our client is seeking a skilled and dedicated Optometrist to join their growing team. As an integral part of a multi-disciplinary team, you will collaborate with other experienced eye care professionals to provide exceptional care to all patients. The role involves delivering a wide range of eye care services, ensuring that patients receive the highest standard of care.

Perform thorough eye exams to assess vision and detect eye conditions or diseases, such as glaucoma, cataracts, and macular degeneration.
Diagnose refractive errors (e.g., myopia, hyperopia, astigmatism), eye infections, dry eyes, and other vision-related issues, and recommend appropriate treatments.
Provide prescriptions for eyeglasses, contact lenses, or other visual aids based on patients' eye exams.
Educate patients on proper eye care, vision health, and the use of prescribed eyewear or treatment plans.
Assist in clinical procedures, offering support to other healthcare professionals as required during patient treatments.
Keep detailed, accurate, and up-to-date patient records, including examination results, treatment plans, and prescriptions.
Manage Eye Health Conditions: Identify and manage early signs of ocular diseases, refer patients for specialised care when necessary, and ensure follow-up treatments.
Stay Updated on Industry Practices: Continuously update knowledge and skills by attending professional development courses and keeping up with the latest research in optometry and eye care technology.
Provide compassionate, patient-centred care to ensure comfort and confidence during visits.
Work with other healthcare professionals to deliver comprehensive care for patients with complex or multi-faceted eye conditions.
Ideally, you’ll have a Minimum of 2 years experience as a GOC registered Optometrist.
Strong clinical and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Committed to providing excellent patient care and achieving outstanding clinical outcomes.
Competitive salary, dependent on experience.
Flexible working hours and full/part-time opportunities are available.

Frequently Asked Questions:

Q. Can I apply if I'm not GOC registered yet? A. Yes, you can, and we can start the recruitment process before your registration comes through.

Q. I'm looking to relocate, can you help with this? A. Yes, we can discuss this with our client and offer support.

Q. I require a visa, can you help with this? A. Yes, we can discuss this with you in more detail.

Become a key member of our client's team and help deliver exceptional eye care!

Send your CV to jayne@jaynemarriner.co.uk.

For any enquiries, please call or Whatsapp us at 07789510552.

Visit our website www.jaynemarriner.co.uk to explore more job opportunities and learn about our services.

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Brighton is well-connected by a variety of transport links, making it easy to travel to and from the city:

Train: Brighton Railway Station is a major hub, offering direct services to London (approximately 50 minutes to Victoria Station), Gatwick Airport (30 minutes), and other destinations along the south coast.

Bus: Brighton is served by an extensive local bus network, as well as national bus services with direct routes to London, surrounding towns, and regional destinations.

Road: The city is easily accessible via the A23 road, which connects Brighton to London and the M25 motorway. It also has good links to the A27, which leads west to Southampton and east to Hastings.

Cycling: Brighton is known for its bike-friendly infrastructure, with several cycling routes and bike-sharing schemes available.

Air Travel: Brighton is located around 30 minutes from Gatwick Airport, offering both domestic and international flights. Heathrow and London City Airport are also within reasonable reach for longer journeys.

Perform thorough eye exams to assess vision and detect eye conditions or diseases, such as glaucoma, cataracts, and macular degeneration.

Diagnose refractive errors (e.g., myopia, hyperopia, astigmatism), eye infections, dry eyes, and other vision-related issues, and recommend appropriate treatments.

Provide prescriptions for eyeglasses, contact lenses, or other visual aids based on patients' eye exams.

Educate patients on proper eye care, vision health, and the use of prescribed eyewear or treatment plans.

Assist in clinical procedures, offering support to other healthcare professionals as required during patient treatments.

Keep detailed, accurate, and up-to-date patient records, including examination results, treatment plans, and prescriptions.

Manage Eye Health Conditions: Identify and manage early signs of ocular diseases, refer patients for specialised care when necessary, and ensure follow-up treatments.

Stay Updated on Industry Practices: Continuously update knowledge and skills by attending professional development courses and keeping up with the latest research in optometry and eye care technology.

Provide compassionate, patient-centred care to ensure comfort and confidence during visits.

Work with other healthcare professionals to deliver comprehensive care for patients with complex or multi-faceted eye conditions.

Ideally, you’ll have a Minimum of 2 years experience as a GOC registered Optometrist.

Strong clinical and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Committed to providing excellent patient care and achieving outstanding clinical outcomes.

Competitive salary, dependent on experience.

Flexible working hours and full/part-time opportunities are available.