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Optometrist

The closing date is 30 December 2025

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Job summary

We are seeking a qualified and patient-focused Optometrist to join our community-based healthcare team. You will be responsible for delivering high-quality eye care services, including vision assessments, eye health checks, and referrals for specialist treatment when necessary.

Main duties of the job

  • Conduct comprehensive eye examinations and vision tests
  • Diagnose and manage common eye conditions (e.g. glaucoma, cataracts, dry eye)
  • Prescribe corrective lenses and provide advice on visual aids
  • Refer patients to ophthalmologists or other specialists when needed
  • Maintain accurate patient records using electronic systems
  • Educate patients on eye health, preventive care, and treatment options

    • About us

    For over 20 years, Health Harmonie has partnered with the NHS to deliver high-quality, community-based care across the UK. We help reduce waiting times and improve access to person-centred services easing pressure on both primary and secondary care.

    Details

    Date posted

    27 October 2025

    Pay scheme

    Other

    Salary

    Depending on experience

    Contract

    Locum

    Duration

    4 months

    Working pattern

    Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working

    Reference number

    U0024-25-0050

    Job locations

    Brierley Park Medical Centre

    127 Sutton Road, Huthwaite

    Sutton-in-Ashfield

    NG17 2NF


    Job description

    Job responsibilities

  • Mon - Thurs, working hours 8:30 - 5pm
  • Conduct comprehensive eye examinations and vision tests
  • Diagnose and manage common eye conditions (e.g. glaucoma, cataracts, dry eye)
  • Prescribe corrective lenses and provide advice on visual aids
  • Refer patients to ophthalmologists or other specialists when needed
  • Maintain accurate patient records using electronic systems
  • Educate patients on eye health, preventive care, and treatment options

    • Job description

    Job responsibilities

  • Mon - Thurs, working hours 8:30 - 5pm
  • Conduct comprehensive eye examinations and vision tests
  • Diagnose and manage common eye conditions (e.g. glaucoma, cataracts, dry eye)
  • Prescribe corrective lenses and provide advice on visual aids
  • Refer patients to ophthalmologists or other specialists when needed
  • Maintain accurate patient records using electronic systems
  • Educate patients on eye health, preventive care, and treatment options

    • Person Specification

    Experience

    Essential

    • Strong clinical and diagnostic skills
    • Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
    • Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
    • Commitment to patient-centred care

    Qualifications

    Essential

    • Degree in Optometry and registration with the General Optical Council (GOC)
    Person Specification

    Experience

    Essential

    • Strong clinical and diagnostic skills
    • Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
    • Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
    • Commitment to patient-centred care

    Qualifications

    Essential

    • Degree in Optometry and registration with the General Optical Council (GOC)

    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.

    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.

    UK Registration

    Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

    Employer details

    Employer name

    HealthHarmonie

    Address

    Brierley Park Medical Centre

    127 Sutton Road, Huthwaite

    Sutton-in-Ashfield

    NG17 2NF


    Employer's website

    https://www.healthharmonie.com/ (Opens in a new tab)

    Employer details

    Employer name

    HealthHarmonie

    Address

    Brierley Park Medical Centre

    127 Sutton Road, Huthwaite

    Sutton-in-Ashfield

    NG17 2NF


    Employer's website

    https://www.healthharmonie.com/ (Opens in a new tab)

    Employer contact details

    For questions about the job, contact:

    Recruitment Consultant

    Tuba Munawar

    Tuba.munawar@healthharmonie.co.uk

    01213082333

    Details

    Date posted

    27 October 2025

    Pay scheme

    Other

    Salary

    Depending on experience

    Contract

    Locum

    Duration

    4 months

    Working pattern

    Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working

    Reference number

    U0024-25-0050

    Job locations

    Brierley Park Medical Centre

    127 Sutton Road, Huthwaite

    Sutton-in-Ashfield

    NG17 2NF


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