At a Glance
- Tasks: Conduct eye examinations and provide patient care in a supportive team environment.
- Company: Join Optegra, a top-rated workplace committed to your growth and wellbeing.
- Benefits: Enjoy flexible shifts, competitive pay, and fully funded training opportunities.
- Other info: Be part of an inclusive team that values individuality and collaboration.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in patients' lives while advancing your career in eye healthcare.
- Qualifications: Must be a qualified optometrist with relevant experience and GOC registration.
The predicted salary is between 50 - 50 £ per hour.
Optegra has an exciting new job opportunity for an experienced optometrist to join our amazing and dedicated team. This is a great opportunity to join a forward‑thinking business and benefit from our fantastic comprehensive benefits package, along with fully funded training and development programs. This is a zero‑hour contract offering flexible shifts at our Guildford Clinic – and pays up to £50 per hourly rate dependent on experience.
Company Overview
Optegra Eye Healthcare has been proudly recognised as one of 115 Best Big Places to Work 2025 as awarded by the Sunday Times. We are committed to creating an exceptional working environment where our people thrive. Join us and be part of a team that values your growth, wellbeing, and contribution every step of the way.
The Role
As an integral part of a multi‑disciplinary team working alongside consultants, you will be required to carry out pre and post‑operative consultations, assessing the suitability of patients for treatment. Some of your key responsibilities will include:
- Carry out examinations that are associated with refractive surgery, cataract, and medical retina procedures.
- Run acute and follow‑up clinics post‑surgery for patients documenting findings in the electronic medical record systems.
- Provide health advice and support to patients attending the hospital.
- Provide first line clinical advice to patients and follow the appropriate means of referral to a medical practitioner if necessary.
- Ensure awareness of the uses, safety precautions and handling of equipment within the clinical competency framework.
- Ensure awareness of CQC policies and updates, attending all mandatory update courses.
What You’ll Need
- Current GOC registration as a fully qualified optometrist.
- Extensive experience working as an optometrist in a refractive, high street or hospital environment.
- Experience of using patient administration systems and electronic medical record systems.
- Experience of working to conversion targets and other KPIs within Vision Correction.
If this sounds like you, please get in touch with us by applying for the role. Optegra is proud to be an inclusive business where you can enjoy the career you want, without changing the person you are. We’re welcoming to all, working together as a supportive team, respecting the uniqueness of every individual we work with.
Closing date: Please get your application to us as soon as possible. We may close this vacancy once we have received sufficient applications.
Bank Optometrist in Guildford employer: Optegra Eye Health Care
Optegra Eye Healthcare is an exceptional employer, recognised as one of the Best Big Places to Work 2025, offering a supportive and inclusive work culture that prioritises employee growth and wellbeing. With flexible zero-hour contracts at our Guildford Clinic, comprehensive benefits, and fully funded training programmes, we empower our optometrists to thrive in their careers while making a meaningful impact on patient care.
