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Optometry - Laser Optometrist Jobs - Surrey Area

Summary

Job Ref : WR/JOBS/29621-16141
Discipline : Laser Optometrist
Contract : Permanent
Salary :
Vacancy Location : Surrey (View Map)

Description

Flame Health Optometry - Laser Optometrist Job - Surrey Area

Our client is a provider of the whole spectrum of Ophthalmic health care including diagnosis, treatment and surgery for refractive, cosmetic and general eye conditions on a day care treatment basis.

They are looking for a Laser Optometrist in the Surrey Area. They aim to be the best provider of eye care in the UK working alongside NHS trained Consultants / Surgeons to provide optimal care for their patients.

You must be able to:

Discuss with patients their suitability for treatment in a professional and ethical manner in line with company policy and requirements of professional registration.
Support and work along side Consultants / Surgeons in their day to day clinics carrying out the various examinations that are associated with cataract, glaucoma, retinal, refractive and oculoplastic surgery.
Running acute and follow up clinics post surgery for all patients. Provide health advice and support to patients attending the hospital.
To provide first line clinical advice to patients and follow the appropriate means of referral to a medical practitioner if necessary. Service Quality and Governance Strive to ensure the hospital has a reputation for being a “Centre of Excellence” in ophthalmic patient care.
Ensure awareness of the uses, safety precautions and handling of equipment in the surgical department within the clinical competency framework.
Ensure awareness of CQC policies and updates, attending all mandatory update courses
Ensure correct storage of all equipment ensuring maintenance records are kept up to date and reporting any problems which may result in delay of surgery.
Help to control cross infection by enforcing Hospital policy regarding Uniform Policy, the maintenance of a clean working environment, decontamination and sterilisation procedures.
To follow correct procedures for documenting and reporting any accident or incident.
To be aware of changing needs and be prepared to instigate change with reference to the Hospital Manager and/or clinical colleagues. Personal Development Accepts responsibility for developing own knowledge and skills.
Attend all mandatory training courses when arranged and regular meetings and annual appraisals with the Hospital Manager including developing and fulfilling a personal development plan.
Maintain awareness of current developments in ophthalmic surgery.
To play an active role in teaching within the hospital and participate in induction programmes for new colleagues.
To ensure that all CET points are kept up to date and comply with all GOC guidelines and regulations.
To take an active part in the maintenance of a supportive learning environment within the hospital. Mandatory requirements Competence

A competitive salary, bonus and benefits are on offer to the right person Please contact Flame Health for more information please contact Flame Health on 0800 085 0858 or email careers@flamehealth.com

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