Job Description

Who are we?

Newmedica are one of the leading providers of NHS ophthalmology services in England, providing outpatients appointments, diagnostic testing and eye surgery. We aim to change lives through better sight and eye health.



We care for thousands of NHS and private patients a year in our specialist eye clinics across the country. We are thrilled to say that following independently conducted survey of Newmedica colleagues, we have been certified as a Great Place to Work for the second year running. This is a global benchmark that recognises employers who provide an outstanding employee experience.

Role Overview

Reporting to the Operations Director, the Referrer Relationship Lead is responsible for developing great relationships with all optical partners, and driving ophthalmology referrals into the service. This is a blended role, and it is expected that 3-4 days per week will be field-based travelling throughout Northamptonshire, South Leicestershire and Milton Keynes areas, with the remaining time spent within the service, planning, analysing data, building effective referrer engagement plans and tracking overall referrer performance. You will be promoting Newmedica Northampton's services, patient choice, as well as be an ambassador for our behaviours and vision within the community.

What skills and experience do I need?

Full UK driving license Influencing and negotiation skills Personable approach to face to face engagement Ability to motivate, challenge and engage individuals and teams Strong verbal and written communicator, who is able to build strong trusting relationships internally and externally Strong organisational skills Self-starter who is comfortable working in a fast moving, results orientated organisation independently Can analyse data identifying areas of strength and opportunity Able to effectively prioritise and execute things in a timely way and to deadlines Computer literate (including Word, PowerPoint, Excel) Presenting to small and larger groups Facilitating meetings Action planning Organisation and planning events

What we're offering

Full or part time opportunity, 30-40 hours per week available Flexible working considered A salary of 31,000 FTE. 200 Hours annual leave plus bank holidays. An additional day annual leave for your birthday. Death in Service scheme. A company pension scheme. Funded Blue Light Card. Access to a range of benefits including free eye tests, discounted or free glasses, a free 24/7 well-being/counselling/advice service. An environment where your learning and development is supported through a range of various learning tools and courses. Working with a friendly multi-disciplinary team passionate about improving the lives of our patients A bright, spacious and modern working environment, built to the highest standards




If you would like an informal chat about the opportunity or to request a job description, please contact northampton.hr@newmedica.co.uk.



Our employment offers are subject to receipt of satisfactory pre-employment checks. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK and a Disclosure and Barring Service check will be necessary in the event of a successful application which we will pay for,





At Newmedica, we actively promote diversity and equal opportunities, and we are committed to this, in both the running of our services and how we recruit out staff. We actively encourage applications from everyone with the essential requirements of the job, regardless of any protected characteristics.





Newmedica is fully committed to safeguarding the welfare of all people, irrespective of gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, race, language or social origin.