Regional Optometrist - 12 month FTC

Optegra has an exciting new job opportunity for an experienced Registered Optometrist to join our amazing and dedicated regional team on a 12 month fixed term contract. This role covers four hospitals across the region - Birmingham, Uttoxeter, Nottingham, and Leicester, and requires regular travel between sites. This is a great opportunity to join a forward-thinking business and benefit from our fantastic fully funded training and development programs.

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.

Benefits

• Generous salary reviewed annually, up to £81,765 per annum depending on experience
• Generous matched pension contributions
• 33 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays
• Flexible working and SMART working schemes - because we believe in work life balance
• Funded training and development
• Celebrating your anniversaries - because we value loyalty and commitment
• Annual STAR awards
• Blue Light Card - amazing discounts online and on the high street
• Free laser eye treatment for you and 20% discount for friends and family
• Private Healthcare, 24/7 GP appointments, free Physio and counselling for your wellbeing
• Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
• Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loan

The Role

Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team in the day-to-day operations across all hospitals within the region.

Depending on the site and the needs of the business, you will perform some of these tasks:

• Pre-operative & Post-operative NHS cataract assessments
• Pre-operative & Post-operative Private Refractive surgery assessments
• Out of hours emergency on call (evenings and weekends)
• YAG capsulotomy consultation and treatment
• Co-management of patients within a consultant-led Medical Retina pathway
• Co-management of patients within a doctor-led Glaucoma pathway
• Co-management of other ophthalmology pathways as they arise in the future

Requirements

• Current GOC registration as a fully qualified optometrist, ideally with at least 2 years continuous registration
• Previous hospital or refractive experience is ideal but not essential as full training will be provided
• IP qualification is desirable but not essential
• Experience of working to conversion targets and other business KPIs

Inclusivity Statement

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.