Job summary
An exciting vacancy has become available for a part-time role as Senior Optometrist which involves working within the core clinics including the Low Vision clinic, Contact Lens and Paediatrics at Whipps Cross. As well as core clinics, extended role clinics within Ophthalmology such as Cataract and Medical Retina Injection clinics will be part of this role. We are looking for an enthusiastic and highly motivated Optometrist to join our teams for this permanent contract.
Main duties of the job
To participate in the delivery of the optical services and ophthalmology services
To participate in some extended role clinics e.g. medical retina, injection, oculo-plastics, cataract, glaucoma and emergency eye services
To participate in core optometry clinics e.g. paeds and adult refraction, low vision and contact lens clinics
To participate in the delivery of highly specialist ophthalmic services and extended roles that meet the changing needs of the department
To participate in research and clinical audit as required by the WXUH Ophthalmology service
The post-holder will be required to work autonomously and make clinical decisions using his/her own initiative as well as liaising with the Supervising Consultant Ophthalmologist/s
About us
Barts Health is one of the largest NHS trusts in the country, and one of Britain's leading healthcare providers.
The Barts Health group of NHS hospitals is entering an exciting new era on our improvement journey to becoming an outstanding organisation with a world-class clinical reputation. Having lifted ourselves out of special measures, we now have the impetus and breathing space to chart a fresh course in which we are continually striving to improve all our services for patients.
Our vision is to be a high-performing group of NHS hospitals, renowned for excellence and innovation, and providing safe and compassionate care to our patients in east London and beyond. That means being a provider of excellent patient safety, known for delivering consistently high standards of harm-free care and always caring for patients in the right place at the right time. It also means being an outstanding place to work, in which our WeCare values and behaviours are visible to all and guide us in how we work together.
We strive to live by our WeCare values and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We value our differences and fully advocate, cultivate and support an inclusive working environment.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of practical experience delivering optometric care within a hospital, community eye service, or equivalent clinical setting, performing duties comparable to those described in the job description.
- Experience applying specialist clinical judgement to assess, diagnose, and manage patients with a range of ocular conditions, supported by a strong theoretical knowledge base.
- Experience contributing to clinical governance, including maintaining accurate clinical records, adhering to professional standards, and participating in quality or safety processes.
Desirable
- Experience working within hospital ophthalmology, including exposure to multi subspecialty clinics.
- Experience in paediatric optometry, community eye care, or special schools.
- Experience contributing to audit, research, or service evaluation. Experience teaching, supervising, or training students or junior staff.
Skills
Essential
- Evidence of analysing and prioritising complex clinical information to formulate appropriate care plans, including in cases involving multiple risk factors or comorbidities.
- Ability to communicate clinical information clearly and appropriately to a range of audiences, including patients (adults and children), carers, and multidisciplinary colleagues.
- Evidence of maintaining accurate, high quality clinical records using electronic patient record systems.
- Ability to manage competing priorities and workload demands, demonstrating effective time management and organisation.
- Evidence of collaborative working within a multidisciplinary team to deliver safe and effective patient care.
- Ability to deliver training or pass on knowledge, such as teaching students, supporting junior staff, or presenting clinical information.
- Competent use of digital systems, including MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and electronic patient record systems.
- Demonstrates attention to detail, accuracy, and a methodical approach to clinical and administrative tasks.
- Ability to work under pressure, adapt to changing clinical demands, and maintain professionalism in challenging or emotional situations.
- Ability to undertake the physical requirements of the role, including moderate to intense effort and managing frequent interruptions.
- Ability to act as a super user for specialist optometric equipment or extended role clinics.
- Experience presenting clinical information formally (e.g., case presentations, teaching sessions).
- Experience using Cerner Millennium, MediSIGHT or equivalent ophthalmic system.s
Knowledge
Essential
- Developed knowledge of current best practice in optometry, including relevant clinical guidelines and evidence based care.
- Understanding of the legal and ethical responsibilities of the profession, including GOC standards and safeguarding principles.
- Understanding of clinical governance frameworks, including risk management, incident reporting, and quality improvement.
- Commitment to ongoing professional development, with evidence of recent CPD activity. -Knowledge of audit and research methodologies and their application in clinical settings.
- Knowledge of specialist ophthalmic software (e.g., MediSight, Cerner Millennium).
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc (Hons) Optometry or Ophthalmic Optics (2:1 or above) and successful completion of the College of Optometrists Scheme for Registration, demonstrating achievement of all General Optical Council (GOC) competencies.
- Current registration with the General Optical Council (GOC) - candidates must provide registration number or evidence of eligibility to register.
Desirable
- MOptom (Master of Optometry) or equivalent postgraduate academic qualification Independent Prescribing qualification (DipTp(IP)).
- Postgraduate qualification in a specialist area of optometric practice (taught course).
- Contact Lens Optometrist qualification (ABDO/GOC) where relevant to service need
Other
Essential
- Able to perform the duties of the post with reasonable adjustments where required.
- Demonstrates a professional, caring, and inclusive approach aligned with Trust values
- Commitment to non discriminatory practice and equitable patient care
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of practical experience delivering optometric care within a hospital, community eye service, or equivalent clinical setting, performing duties comparable to those described in the job description.
- Experience applying specialist clinical judgement to assess, diagnose, and manage patients with a range of ocular conditions, supported by a strong theoretical knowledge base.
- Experience contributing to clinical governance, including maintaining accurate clinical records, adhering to professional standards, and participating in quality or safety processes.
Desirable
- Experience working within hospital ophthalmology, including exposure to multi subspecialty clinics.
- Experience in paediatric optometry, community eye care, or special schools.
- Experience contributing to audit, research, or service evaluation. Experience teaching, supervising, or training students or junior staff.
Skills
Essential
- Evidence of analysing and prioritising complex clinical information to formulate appropriate care plans, including in cases involving multiple risk factors or comorbidities.
- Ability to communicate clinical information clearly and appropriately to a range of audiences, including patients (adults and children), carers, and multidisciplinary colleagues.
- Evidence of maintaining accurate, high quality clinical records using electronic patient record systems.
- Ability to manage competing priorities and workload demands, demonstrating effective time management and organisation.
- Evidence of collaborative working within a multidisciplinary team to deliver safe and effective patient care.
- Ability to deliver training or pass on knowledge, such as teaching students, supporting junior staff, or presenting clinical information.
- Competent use of digital systems, including MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and electronic patient record systems.
- Demonstrates attention to detail, accuracy, and a methodical approach to clinical and administrative tasks.
- Ability to work under pressure, adapt to changing clinical demands, and maintain professionalism in challenging or emotional situations.
- Ability to undertake the physical requirements of the role, including moderate to intense effort and managing frequent interruptions.
- Ability to act as a super user for specialist optometric equipment or extended role clinics.
- Experience presenting clinical information formally (e.g., case presentations, teaching sessions).
- Experience using Cerner Millennium, MediSIGHT or equivalent ophthalmic system.s
Knowledge
Essential
- Developed knowledge of current best practice in optometry, including relevant clinical guidelines and evidence based care.
- Understanding of the legal and ethical responsibilities of the profession, including GOC standards and safeguarding principles.
- Understanding of clinical governance frameworks, including risk management, incident reporting, and quality improvement.
- Commitment to ongoing professional development, with evidence of recent CPD activity. -Knowledge of audit and research methodologies and their application in clinical settings.
- Knowledge of specialist ophthalmic software (e.g., MediSight, Cerner Millennium).
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc (Hons) Optometry or Ophthalmic Optics (2:1 or above) and successful completion of the College of Optometrists Scheme for Registration, demonstrating achievement of all General Optical Council (GOC) competencies.
- Current registration with the General Optical Council (GOC) - candidates must provide registration number or evidence of eligibility to register.
Desirable
- MOptom (Master of Optometry) or equivalent postgraduate academic qualification Independent Prescribing qualification (DipTp(IP)).
- Postgraduate qualification in a specialist area of optometric practice (taught course).
- Contact Lens Optometrist qualification (ABDO/GOC) where relevant to service need
Other
Essential
- Able to perform the duties of the post with reasonable adjustments where required.
- Demonstrates a professional, caring, and inclusive approach aligned with Trust values
- Commitment to non discriminatory practice and equitable patient care
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
