Optometrist - Middlesbrough

Middlesbrough is a vibrant town in the Tees Valley, known for its industrial heritage and modern regeneration. Once a hub of iron and steel production, it has transformed into a cultural and educational centre, with landmarks like the iconic Transporter Bridge, the modern Cleveland Centre, and Teesside University contributing to its dynamic atmosphere.

Middlesbrough is well-connected by various transport links:

Road: The town is served by the A19 and A66 roads, providing easy access to nearby cities like Stockton-on-Tees, Darlington, and Newcastle, as well as links to the national motorway network.
Rail: Middlesbrough railway station is a key hub on the Tees Valley Line, offering frequent services to major cities such as Newcastle, York, Manchester, and London via the East Coast Main Line.
Bus: The town has an extensive bus network, with services connecting to local areas and surrounding towns, operated by companies like Arriva and Stagecoach.
Air: Teesside International Airport, located about 10 miles from the town, offers domestic and European flights, providing convenient access for air travel.
Cycling and Walking: Middlesbrough is a cycle-friendly town with good walking routes, including paths along the River Tees and through its parks and green spaces.

These transport options make Middlesbrough a well-connected town within the Tees Valley and beyond.

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, 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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Middlesbrough is well-connected by various transport links:

Road: The town is served by the A19 and A66 roads, providing easy access to nearby cities like Stockton-on-Tees, Darlington, and Newcastle, as well as links to the national motorway network.

Rail: Middlesbrough railway station is a key hub on the Tees Valley Line, offering frequent services to major cities such as Newcastle, York, Manchester, and London via the East Coast Main Line.

Bus: The town has an extensive bus network, with services connecting to local areas and surrounding towns, operated by companies like Arriva and Stagecoach.

Air: Teesside International Airport, located about 10 miles from the town, offers domestic and European flights, providing convenient access for air travel.

Cycling and Walking: Middlesbrough is a cycle-friendly town with good walking routes, including paths along the River Tees and through its parks and green spaces.

These transport options make Middlesbrough a well-connected town within the Tees Valley and beyond.

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

Diagnose refractive errors, 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.