Telemedicine Optometrist (locum)

Be part of a service that puts patients first! We are seeking a clinically confident and experienced locum optometrist to support our telemedicine services. This is a pivotal role within our organisation, delivering high-quality remote care and supporting urgent eye health services across the NHS. As a clinical contributor, you will play an essential part in shaping patient outcomes through expert decision-making, compassionate care, and collaborative service improvement in a fast-paced, digitally enabled environment. This is a self-employed role. The successful candidate will invoice for services rendered and be responsible for their own tax and national insurance contributions About Us: Primary Eyecare Services is the largest not-for-profit leading provider of NHS primary and community eye care services in England. Established over a decade ago in the North West, we now operate nationally, delivering enhanced eye care through a network of over 3,000 optometry practices. We work with NHS commissioners and Trusts to provide accessible, high-quality eye care services in local communities, supported by teams with expertise in NHS contracting, patient support, referral triaging, and telemedicine. Role Overview: Primary Eyecare Services is seeking highly skilled, experienced, and clinically focused locum optometrists to support our telemedicine service on an ad hoc basis as required. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic and fast-paced healthcare environment, where high-pressure situations require strong clinical expertise, sound decision-making, and the ability to provide exceptional patient care. The Locum telemedicine optometrist will be responsible for delivering high-quality care, ensuring accurate assessment and management of a wide range of ocular conditions. The role requires a commitment to maintaining clinical excellence, adhering to best practices, and working collaboratively to enhance patient outcomes. This position is ideal for an optometrist who thrives in a challenging yet rewarding environment and is passionate about delivering the highest standards of care to patients. The ability to remain composed under pressure, make informed clinical judgments, and provide a compassionate patient experience is essential. Service days: We are looking for Locums to provide our services on adhoc Sundays and potential other days as and when required Salary: Flat rate of £400 per day for a shift of 7.5hours Location: This is a remote role, offering the flexibility to work from home anywhere within the UK. Unfortunately, applications from outside the UK cannot be considered. General Responsibilities: Telemedicine Consultations: Conduct prompt and accurate patient assessments via remote consultation, managing a diverse range of conditions presenting via the Community Urgent Eyecare Service (CUES). This requires swift clinical decision-making and the ability to trust your professional judgment in a fast-paced environment. Clinic Management: Efficiently oversee your assigned clinic, employing superior time management skills to maintain high standards of patient care under pressure. Efficiency and adaptability are essential to navigate the dynamic nature of the role. Effective Communication: Articulate clinical decisions and management advice clearly and confidently to patients, fellow clinicians, and team members, ensuring high professional standards are upheld. Clinical Support: Provide timely and knowledgeable clinical support to the service administrative team as situations arise, demonstrating reliability in high-pressure scenarios. Service Improvement: Collaborate proactively with operations and clinical leads to identify and implement enhancements in service delivery, contributing to the continuous improvement of patient care processes. Thrive in a high-pressure, high-impact clinical role. What We’re Looking For: Essential Must be a fully registered Optometrist with the General Optical Council (GOC) Completion of WOPEC MECS Level 1 & 2, or Independent Prescribing (IP) qualification Must hold valid Professional Indemnity Insurance, via the Association of Optometrists (AOP) Minimum of three years’ post-qualification experience as an Optometrist Ongoing commitment to CPD in line with GOC requirements Broad exposure across the optometric sector, gained through diverse roles or working environments Demonstrable experience in managing patients through remote consultations In-depth clinical understanding of ocular pathology and evidence-based management of ocular conditions High level of confidence and independence in clinical decision-making and patient care Proactive in driving service efficiency and upholding professional standards Resilient and composed under pressure, with a consistent focus on delivering high-quality outcomes Strong team orientation, with the ability to collaborate effectively to achieve shared objectives Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly and succinctly Compassionate and patient-centred approach to care Adaptable and forward-thinking, with the ability to support and implement new initiatives Desirable Additional GOC-registered qualifications (e.g. Professional Certificate in Medical Retina or the Professional Certificate in Glaucoma) Demonstrable experience delivering urgent eye care services (e.g. CUES or MECS) How To Apply: To apply, please submit your up-to-date CV along with a cover letter outlining your professional background and what motivates you to pursue this opportunity. Join a innovative, collaborative team transforming eye health.