Optometrist - Darlington

Darlington is a historic market town in County Durham, northeastern England, known for its pivotal role in the birth of the railway. It was the starting point of the world's first public railway, the Stockton and Darlington Railway, in 1825. Today, Darlington is a vibrant town with a mix of heritage, modern development, and cultural attractions, including beautiful parks and the Darlington Railway Centre and Museum.

Darlington is well-connected by various transport links:

Rail: Darlington railway station is a major hub on the East Coast Main Line, with direct services to cities like London, Newcastle, Edinburgh, and York, making it an important transport centre for both local and long-distance travel.
Road: The town is easily accessible via the A1(M) motorway, connecting it to major cities such as Newcastle, Durham, and London. The A66 also provides access to nearby towns and the Lake District.
Bus: Darlington has a comprehensive local bus network, with services to surrounding towns and villages, operated by companies like Arriva and Stagecoach.
Air: Teesside International Airport, located about 6 miles from Darlington, offers both domestic and international flights, providing convenient air travel options.
Cycling and Walking: Darlington promotes sustainable travel with a variety of walking and cycling routes, including paths along the River Tees and into surrounding countryside.

These transport links make Darlington a well-connected town in the Tees Valley, ideal for commuting and travel.

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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Optometrist - Darlington

Darlington is well-connected by various transport links:

Rail: Darlington railway station is a major hub on the East Coast Main Line, with direct services to cities like London, Newcastle, Edinburgh, and York, making it an important transport centre for both local and long-distance travel.

Road: The town is easily accessible via the A1(M) motorway, connecting it to major cities such as Newcastle, Durham, and London. The A66 also provides access to nearby towns and the Lake District.

Bus: Darlington has a comprehensive local bus network, with services to surrounding towns and villages, operated by companies like Arriva and Stagecoach.

Air: Teesside International Airport, located about 6 miles from Darlington, offers both domestic and international flights, providing convenient air travel options.

Cycling and Walking: Darlington promotes sustainable travel with a variety of walking and cycling routes, including paths along the River Tees and into surrounding countryside.

These transport links make Darlington a well-connected town in the Tees Valley, ideal for commuting and travel.

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.