Job vacancy
Refractive Hospital Optometrist – Edinburgh
We are excited to provide an exceptional opportunity for a talented and ambitious and qualified optometrist in Edinburgh. Laser Vision Scotland optometrists form a core role within our refractive team. This diverse and rewarding appointment includes initial diagnostic assessment and preoperative counselling of laser vision correction patients and surgical cases such as cataract and refractive lens exchange, providing technical support for our excimer laser, contact lens trials, postoperative care and refraction work, independent prescribing, patient liaison, teaching and education. Other roles may be considered according to individual competencies and preference. The role requires clinical excellence, a desire for challenging complex clinical work, a mindset for continuous learning and development, strong interpersonal and communication skills and a calm disposition. Work will be carried out within a state of the art private hospital.
Developing Talent:
We are committed to developing employees in their roles throughout their career. Learning and development plans enable our employees to continue their professional development throughout their career. To this end, we are happy to consider newly qualified as well as experienced optomestirsts. All training in this highly specialised field (for instance excimer laser and independent prescribing) will be provided for the right inidvidual.
At Laser Vision Scotand, we know the right candidate deserves the work / life balance that works for them. To us, your customer care, positive attitude and clinical excellence are more important than the hours you work. Therefore, this position is available as either a full time, part time or sessional role.
For applicants applying from overseas, we are happy to arrange a skype chat in the first instance.
Closing date: December 21st
Salary: £40-70k pro rata (depending on experience and interview)
Reporting to:Medical Director
For further enquiries please contact our company secretary Sarah Martin on 0800 8 2020 80.
