Job Description

We have an exciting opportunity for a Telemedicine Optometrist to join our expanding team at Primary Eyecare Services!

About Us:

Primary Eyecare Services (PES) is an established provider of high-quality extended eye care services (those beyond sight testing), utilizing a large network of optical practice subcontractors across England (~2000). PES currently holds and manages contracts on behalf of the primary eye care network, spanning ~70 NHS commissioners and delivering over 380,000 episodes of patient care each year, with a total annual turnover of ~25+ million. PES is a not-for-profit company, limited by guarantee. This sees the majority of generated income pass through to frontline eye care services in optical practices.gh to frontline eye care services in optical practices.

Join us and be part of a company that is shaping the future of optometry!

Role Overview:

Primary Eyecare Services is seeking highly skilled, experienced, and clinically focused optometrists to join its central telemedicine clinical team. 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.

As a key member of the clinical team, the 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.

Salary:

The FTE salary is 55,350. As this is a part-time role, the salary will be pro-rated accordingly.

Location:

The role will be predominantly home-based, but there is a requirement to attend the PES Head Office in Manchester, M4 6LN, on occasion. You will also be required to attend the PES Head Office for two full days (9am-5pm) for your induction.

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.

Take advantage of our comprehensive benefits and rewarding career opportunities.

Shift Pattern:

This is a part-time vacancy with the hours for these shifts being set from 9am to 5:30pm. Due to business needs, we are unable to be flexible with these days.

Monday and Tuesday

Why You'll Love Working with Us:

Performance-Related Pay Pension Match up to 5% Sick and Critical Illness Pay Cover Electric Car Scheme Enhanced Family Leave Paid Compassionate Leave 25 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays (increase with 1 day annually after 2 years of service, up to 30 days) Training and Development Opportunities Employee of the Month and Year Awards Employee Assistance Program (EAP) NHS Blue Light Card Cycle to Work Scheme

What We're Looking For:

Qualifications

GOC Registered Optometrist (Essential) Completion of WOPEC MECS level 1&2 (Desirable) Additional qualifications registered with the GOC e.g. Independent Prescribing, Professional Certificate in Medical Retina or Professional Certificate in Glaucoma (Desirable) Professional Indemnity Insurance via the AOP (Essential)

Experience

A minimum of 3 years as a qualified optometrist (Essential) Evidence of CPD in accordance with GOC regulations (Essential) Experience in delivering urgent eye care services e.g. CUES/MECS (Essential) A range of experience within the optometric sector e.g. via various working environments or additional roles (Desirable)

How To Apply:

Please submit your up-to-date CV and personal statement highlighting your professional background and what motivates you to apply for this role.

Become a part of something bigger - apply now!

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: 55,350.00 per year

Additional pay:

Performance bonus Yearly bonus
Benefits:

Additional leave Bereavement leave Company pension Cycle to work scheme Enhanced maternity leave Enhanced paternity leave Health & wellbeing programme Sick pay Work from home
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Licence/Certification:

AOP membership (required)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: Remote