Clinical Tutor Optometrist at University of Plymouth

Would you be interested in supporting our Year 3 Optometry clinics?  We are seeking a clinical tutor Optometrist to join our team of clinical tutors at the Centre for Eyecare Excellence (CEE) at the University of Plymouth.

You will be required to supervise third year undergraduate optometry students carry out eye examinations on members of the public.

This opportunity is offered on a casual basis in the first instance but we anticipate the requirement will be for one day per week during term time (8 hours per week). 

The clinics run from 8:30am until 5:30pm with supervision of approximately 6 patients per day.

We are looking for an Optometrist who has been qualified for a minimum of two years. AOP insurance is required.

Please demonstrate how you meet the essential criteria outlined in the knowledge, qualifications, training and experience elements of the job description in your supporting statement.

For an informal discussion to find out more about the role then please contact Dr Leanne Smewing by email leanne.smewing@plymouth.ac.uk or by telephone on 01752 587541.

This role will require an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check plus Adult and Children Barred List checks.

You must currently be registered with the following registration board: General Optical Council (GOC)

Closing Date: 12 Midnight, Wednesday 7^th June 2023

Interviews are likely to take place on afternoon of 14^th June 2023 you will be notified if you have been shortlisted or not.

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We particularly welcome applicants from under-represented groups at the University of Plymouth, such as BAME/BIPOC and LGBT+.

The Faculty of Health holds a Silver Athena Swan Award and the University holds a Bronze Athena Swan Award which recognises commitment to advancing women’s careers in STEMM academia.

Staff appointed within the Faculty of Health may be able to join the NHS pension scheme subject to eligibility criteria.