Optometrist

Job summary SpaMedica is the UKS largest provider of NHS cataract surgery and we are looking for a Hospital Optometrist to join our team. As a Hospital Optometrist at SpaMedica, its all about patient care, not sales targets or KPIs. Plus, no prior hospital experience is needed, we provide full training and you will always have senior optometrists by your side to support you. You will be part of our 150 hospital optometrist team, supporting our cataract service, across a range of clinics (Pre-op, Post-op and YAG laser treatments). Theres also the opportunity for development and explore areas like Medical Retina, Glaucoma, as well as our private service, Freedom vision. We also offer the opportunity to work from home on occasion too. If you love variety, Ocular disease was your favourite subject and youre keen to learn advanced skills like YAG laser, this role is for you. Main duties of the job About the role: As a Hospital Optometrist, you will: Perform pre and post operative assessments for cataract surgery patients. Conduct pre op assessments for YAG laser capsulotomy referrals. Obtain informed consent in a professional and ethical manner. Participate in the on call and weekend rota as needed. Ensure your clinical area is ready, with equipment checked before and after clinics. Complete basic life support and manual handling training. Collaborate with the multi-disciplinary team in the day to day operations of the clinic. About us SpaMedica is one of the leading providers of NHS eye patient services and, in 2018, we became the largest NHS cataract surgery provider in the UK. We believe in giving people the best advice and choices to help improve their vision and pride ourselves on providing a high standard of patient care. We are privileged to be able to support the thousands of patients that come to SpaMedica, and we are dedicated to growing our reach across the UK, drastically reducing NHS cataract surgery waiting times, delivering the highest quality care, and supporting thousands of patients to achieve better vision. Beyond cataract surgery, other NHS ophthalmology services offered include treatments forAge-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD) and Posterior Capsule Opacification (PCO), which is treated through a procedure known as YAG laser capsulotomy. Details Date posted 24 September 2026 Pay scheme Other Salary £58,402 to £66,204 a year Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 003459 Job locations 100 The Crescent Colchester Business Park Colchester Colchester CO4 9GN United Kingdom Job description Job responsibilities Role: Hospital Optometrist Location: 100 The Crescent, Colchester Business Park, CO4 9YQ (Sat Nav postcode recommended for directions - CO4 9GN) ( requirement to travel throughout the East Anglia region when needed.) Hours: 37.5 hours a week between Monday to Saturday, 5 days a week 9am-5pm (Saturdays 1 week in every 4) (Any weekend working will allow for a rota day off) (On call duties will be included as part of your rota) Salary: £58,402 - £66,204 depending on experience and qualifications Looking for a new direction in your optometry career? SpaMedica is the UKS largest provider of NHS cataract surgery and we are looking for a Hospital Optometrist to join our team. As a Hospital Optometrist at SpaMedica, its all about patient care, not sales targets or KPIs. Plus, no prior hospital experience is needed, we provide full training and you will always have senior optometrists by your side to support you. You will be part of our 150 hospital optometrist team, supporting our cataract service, across a range of clinics (Pre-op, Post-op and YAG laser treatments). There’s also the opportunity for development and explore areas like Medical Retina, Glaucoma, as well as our private service, Freedom vision. We also offer the opportunity to work from home on occasion too. If you love variety, Ocular disease was your favourite subject and you’re keen to learn advanced skills like YAG laser, this role is for you. About the role: As a Hospital Optometrist, you will: Perform pre and post operative assessments for cataract surgery patients. Conduct pre op assessments for YAG laser capsulotomy referrals. Obtain informed consent in a professional and ethical manner. Participate in the on call and weekend rota as needed. Ensure your clinical area is ready, with equipment checked before and after clinics. Complete basic life support and manual handling training. Collaborate with the multi-disciplinary team in the day to day operations of the clinic. What we are looking for: A qualified optometrist with current GOC registration. People that are passionate about learning and have developed themselves with higher qualifications. Previous hospital optometry experience is a plus, but not essential – we provide full training! Why work with us? Join a team that lives our values of safety, integrity, kindness and transparency. All of SpaMedica’s hospitals inspected by the CQC have been rated a