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Optometrist – IP Sponsorship and Refractive Training - Surgical Eye Clinic 

Location: Kingston Upon Thames 
Recruiter: Compass Associates 
Salary: £70,000 DOE + 33 Days Annual Leave + Paid Professional Fees
Employment Type: Full-Time | Part-Time

 

Are you a GOC-registered Optometrist looking to take your career to the next level?


This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established, specialist eye clinic in Kingston Upon Thames that is at the forefront of laser eye surgery and advanced ophthalmic care. With over 25 years of success in the industry, the company is committed to investing in both patient outcomes and employee development.

 

With a “put the patient first” mentality and a transcending care for their employee’s career paths, this a great opportunity to continue your growth as an Optometrist; you will alsd be given full refractive and cataract surgery training as soon as you start, and there will also be the option Sponsor your Independent Prescribing (IP) Course.

 

 

Role Overview


This role is ideal for an Optometrist with 1-2 years post-registration experience, who is eager to expand their clinical skillset. Full specialist training will be provided, including refractive, cataract, and glaucoma pathways. You'll be working in a modern clinic environment where patient care is paramount and continuous professional development is encouraged.

 

Key Responsibilities

  • Delivering essential and advanced eye examinations

  • Supporting ophthalmologists with clinical assessments

  • Conducting pre- and post-operative consultations for cataract and refractive procedures

Requirements

  • GOC Registered

  • Minimum 2 years UK post-registration experience

  • BSc in Optometry

  • Strong clinical decision-making and interpersonal skills

  • Passionate about delivering exceptional patient care

  • Comfortable working in a multidisciplinary team

  • Prior experience in a private or clinical setting is a plus

Benefits

  • Up to £70,000 DOE

  • Independent Prescribing Sponsorship and Placement Assistance.
  • Training in Pre and post-operative consultations for our refractive and cataract surgery patients
  • 33 Days Annual Leave

  • Pension Scheme

  • Private Healthcare

  • Paid Professional Fees

  • Staff Discount & Cycle to Work Scheme

  • Indemnity Coverage

  • Free Laser Eye Surgery

  • Generous Friends & Family Discount

Referral Scheme


Compass Associates Ltd is acting as the exclusive recruitment consultancy for this vacancy.
We offer a £200 John Lewis voucher for every successful recommendation or referral.

 

Interested?


If you're an Optometrist looking for a rewarding opportunity in Kingston upon Thames, we’d love to hear from you.

 

Contact Information


Ben Warnes
Phone: 07908 224 207
Email: [email protected]