Hospital Optometrist

Hospital Optometrist

The closing date is 22 October 2026

Job summary

The invites applications for the post of Hospital Optometrist, from Optometrists registered with the General Optical Council. Applicants must, by virtue of their citizenship or residence status, be entitled to take up employment in Gibraltar and who are, or upon employment will be resident in Gibraltar.

Main duties of the job

We are looking for an experienced and enthusiastic candidate to join our small team in delivering the wide range of secondary care optometry services required for our local community. The post holder will need to have experience of managing a varied caseload, including providing support to patients with complex needs. Specialist accreditation is desirable, but training will otherwise be made available once in post.

About us

Gibraltar is a British Overseas Territory at the southernmost tip of the Iberian Peninsula, easily reached in just over 2 hours (flying time) from London, Bristol or Manchester airports.

Gibraltar has a rich history, shaped by its position as a gateway between the Atlantic Ocean and the Mediterranean. It is a thriving modern city with a mix of British and Mediterranean influences. English is the official language, but Spanish is also widely spoken.

The (GHA) is the public healthcare provider for the people of Gibraltar offering physical and mental health services. The GHA aims to provide high quality, accessible healthcare for all residents, and it operates a range of services from primary care to more specialised treatments.

The GHAs responsibilities include: services through clinics, outpatient services, and hospital care. Managing emergency medical services and accident and emergency (A&E) services. Conducting health campaigns and initiatives aimed at disease prevention and health promotion. Offering mental health care and community-based health services.

Services are mainly provided from St. Bernards Hospital. The hospital also collaborates with international medical institutions for specialised treatment and support.

Details

Date posted

08 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£52,711 to £60,031 a year

Working pattern

Reference number

G 0004-11-26

Job locations

St Bernard's Hospital

Harbour Views Road

Job description

Job responsibilities

To assist the Head Optometrist in the delivery of a comprehensive Optometric Service, autonomously and as part of a multidisciplinary team, using advanced specialized and highly specialized clinical skills, experience and evidence-based practice to personally deliver, assess, diagnose and formulate treatment plans for the patients referred to the Optometry Service. Following NICE Guidelines and the standards laid out by the General Optical Council and British College of Optometrists.

To personally deliver a range of specialised optometric care and extended role optometric care,

clinical audit & teaching.

To support the development of, and to help deliver, shared care for ophthalmic conditions, In conjunction with the medical staff.

To keep comprehensive patient notes, statistical records, patient reports or any other administrative requirements of the department.

To liaise with other members of the multi-disciplinary team, to ensure appropriate management of the patient.

To create a suitable environment for a high standard of work.

To assist in the in-service training of other Ophthalmic Staff and professional colleagues.

To be personally responsible for maintaining up to date GOC Registration and ensuring further knowledge of Optometry through Continuous Professional Development.

To assist the Head Optometrist in monitoring working practices in accordance with clinical governance guidelines and proposing changes in policies, to reflect best practice, according to the evolving needs of the service.

To contribute new ideas for the improvement of the service and to be willing to pursue these in consultation with the Head Optometrist.

To collate figures and audit clinical activity as directed by the Head Optometrist.

To report to the Head Optometrist all matters of concern, problems or requirements relating to their area of work. Any Accidents/Near Misses or Health and Safety concerns must be reported immediately.

To abide by all Ophthalmic Department and Optometry Department policies.

To abide by all relevant GHA policies such as those for uniform, confidentiality and data protection, infection control, health and safety, safeguarding, smoking etc.

To undertake any other relevant duties as requested by the Head Optometrist especially during periods of staff absence.

To deputise for the Head Optometrist during periods of absence, as required.

Job description

Job responsibilities

To assist the Head Optometrist in the delivery of a comprehensive Optometric Service, autonomously and as part of a multidisciplinary team, using advanced specialized and highly specialized clinical skills, experience and evidence-based practice to personally deliver, assess, diagnose and formulate treatment plans for the patients referred to the Optometry Service. Following NICE Guidelines and the standards laid out by the General Optical Council and British College of Optometrists.

To personally deliver a range of specialised optometric care and extended role optometric care,

clinical audit & teaching.

To support the development of, and to help deliver, shared care for ophthalmic conditions, In conjunction with the medical staff.

To keep comprehensive patient notes, statistical records, patient reports or any other administrative requirements of the department.

To liaise with other members of the multi-disciplinary team, to ensure appropriate management of the patient.

To create a suitable environment for a high standard of work.

To assist in the in-service training of other Ophthalmic Staff and professional colleagues.

To be personally responsible for maintaining up to date GOC Registration and ensuring further knowledge of Optometry through Continuous Professional Development.

To assist the Head Optometrist in monitoring working practices in accordance with clinical governance guidelines and proposing changes in policies, to reflect best practice, according to the evolving needs of the service.

To contribute new ideas for the improvement of the service and to be willing to pursue these in consultation with the Head Optometrist.

To collate figures and audit clinical activity as directed by the Head Optometrist.

To report to the Head Optometrist all matters of concern, problems or requirements relating to their area of work. Any Accidents/Near Misses or Health and Safety concerns must be reported immediately.

To abide by all Ophthalmic Department and Optometry Department policies.

To abide by all relevant GHA policies such as those for uniform, confidentiality and data protection, infection control, health and safety, safeguarding, smoking etc.

To undertake any other relevant duties as requested by the Head Optometrist especially during periods of staff absence.

To deputise for the Head Optometrist during periods of absence, as required.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• BSc Honours in Optometry
• Registered with the General Optical Council

Desirable

• Independent prescribing Qualification
• Post Graduate Specialist Higher Qualification.
• Experience in Diabetic Retinopathy screening.
• Experience and/or special interest in Low Vision, Special needs eye care and any specialist service area delivered by the Unit.
• Knowledge of Multi-Disciplinary team approach to patient care.
• Personally and professionally responsible with the ability to self motivate.
• Willingness to undergo relevant training within the Department and in UK.
• Team player with organizational prioritisation skills.
• Experience of cycloplegic refractions in children and special needs eye care
• Well developed written and verbal communication skills with clinical and non clinical colleagues, patients and their relatives, including patients with learning difficulties, poor vision and /or poor hearing, dementia, mental health problems or post stroke.
• Well developed IT skills.
• Proficient in applanation tonometry and Indirect fundoscopy via Slit lamp Biomicroscopy.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• BSc Honours in Optometry
• Registered with the General Optical Council

Desirable

• Independent prescribing Qualification
• Post Graduate Specialist Higher Qualification.
• Experience in Diabetic Retinopathy screening.
• Experience and/or special interest in Low Vision, Special needs eye care and any specialist service area delivered by the Unit.
• Knowledge of Multi-Disciplinary team approach to patient care.
• Personally and professionally responsible with the ability to self motivate.
• Willingness to undergo relevant training within the Department and in UK.
• Team player with organizational prioritisation skills.
• Experience of cycloplegic refractions in children and special needs eye care
• Well developed written and verbal communication skills with clinical and non clinical colleagues, patients and their relatives, including patients with learning difficulties, poor vision and /or poor hearing, dementia, mental health problems or post stroke.
• Well developed IT skills.
• Proficient in applanation tonometry and Indirect fundoscopy via Slit lamp Biomicroscopy.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab)

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab)

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab)