Advanced Optometrist

Overview

An exciting opportunity for an Optometrist to join our expanding Ophthalmology team in North Devon. The postholder will deliver core optometry services and undertake a range of extended roles within the optometry service.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality clinical support to Ophthalmology clinics at North Devon District Hospital, Bideford Hospital, South Molton Eye Clinic, and other community locations.
• Adhere to professional and regulatory standards set by the College of Optometrists, the General Optical Council, and Trust policies.
• Deliver expert refraction for adults and children.
• Perform advanced fundus and media examinations.
• Interpret diagnostic tests such as OCT, corneal topography, visual fields and colour vision assessments.
• Support medical contact lens, low vision, paediatric, glaucoma and corneal pathways.
• Co‑manage glaucoma, ectasia monitoring and paediatric co‑managed clinics in collaboration with Orthoptists and Ophthalmologists.
• Develop and deliver advanced skills including scleral lens fitting, paediatric contact lenses, extended wear lens management, children’s low vision assessments, and leading specialist clinics such as Ectasia Diagnostics.
• Participate in multidisciplinary clinics and contribute to medical retina, glaucoma, corneal, paediatric, cataract and emergency eye care pathways.
• Shape the local optometry service and develop new models of care.

Qualifications

• Register with the General Optical Council and be a member of the College of Optometrists.
• Experience delivering advanced optometry services in an NHS setting.
• Proficiency in refraction, fundus examination and interpretation of diagnostic tests.
• Experience working in multidisciplinary teams and collaborating with ophthalmologists.
• Commitment to continual professional development and patient‑centred care.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and pension.
• Flexible working schemes and family‑friendly policies.
• Paid annual leave starting at 27 days rising to 33 days plus bank holidays.
• Access to occupational health services, CPD funding and educational support.
• Staff discounts and benefit schemes such as Blue Light Card and health service discounts.
• Cycle to work scheme and other employee discounts.

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