Lead Optometrist – Core Optometry

Job Title
Lead Optometrist – Core Optometry

Employer
University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW)

Job Type
Permanent

Salary/Pay Rate
£58972.00 to £68525.00

Job Location Type
On-site

Job Locations
Bristol, BS1 2LX

Application Close Date
21 April 2025

A fantastic opportunity has arisen at Bristol Eye Hospital as we recruit to the role of Lead Optometrist - Core (including low vision, contact lenses and more). The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing the optometry department, ensuring high standards of patient care and service delivery.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Lead and manage the optometry team.
2. Provide clinical care in core optometry services.
3. Ensure compliance with clinical governance and best practices.
4. Engage in continuous professional development.
5. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes.

Minimum Requirements:

1. Registered Optometrist with the General Optical Council.
2. Experience in a clinical optometry setting.
3. Strong leadership and communication skills.
4. Commitment to patient-centered care.