Job Description

Telemedicine Optometrist Jobs Glasgow

Full-Time | Up to £55,000 | Specialist Clinical Environment

Role Summary

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] Optometry is recruiting for a Telemedicine Optometrist in Glasgow City Centre, supporting a leading provider of specialist eye care services within a flagship clinical setting.

This is an excellent opportunity for an Optometrist seeking to develop their career within a modern, technology-led environment, working across telemedicine, referral triage, and advanced clinical support.

The role offers a salary of up to £55,000, a structured working pattern, access to advanced systems and technology, and ongoing clinical development, making it ideal for an Optometrist looking to diversify beyond traditional practice.

The Opportunity

This position offers the chance to join a highly experienced multidisciplinary team within a flagship clinic environment.

You will work alongside Optometrists, Ophthalmologists, and clinical support teams, playing a key role in delivering remote patient care, supporting clinical decision-making, and ensuring patients are directed through the most appropriate treatment pathways.

The environment is designed for clinicians who value innovation, efficiency, and high standards of patient care, with a strong focus on service quality and continuous improvement.

Key Role Information

• Position: Telemedicine Optometrist
• Location: Glasgow City Centre
• Employment Type: Full-time
• Contract Type: Permanent
• Salary Package: Up to £55,000 per annum, depending on experience

Clinical Environment

The role is based within a modern clinical hub where telemedicine and digital systems play a central role in patient care.

You will be responsible for conducting remote consultations, supporting patients through telehealth platforms, and reviewing referrals from optometrists, GPs, and other primary care sources. You will help triage patients into appropriate ophthalmology pathways, ensuring efficient and effective clinical outcomes.

In addition, you will provide clinical support to the wider administrative and operational teams and work collaboratively with clinical leadership to identify opportunities for service improvement.

Salary and Benefits

The role offers a competitive salary of up to £55,000, alongside a comprehensive benefits package.

This includes performance-related salary enhancements, 33 days’ annual leave increasing with service, pension scheme, private healthcare, paid professional fees, indemnity cover, and access to ongoing CET and clinical development.

Further benefits may include Independent Prescribing sponsorship, access to advanced training, and discounted or complimentary eye care treatments, alongside a generous friends and family scheme.

Training, Support and Development

Full training will be provided, delivered by experienced clinicians within a supportive and structured environment.

You will benefit from day-to-day support from a highly skilled team, as well as access to wider clinical expertise from specialists in refractive surgery, cataract care, and advanced ophthalmic pathways.

This makes the role particularly attractive for an Optometrist looking to expand their clinical skillset and gain experience within telemedicine and digital healthcare delivery.

Candidate Requirements

The successful candidate must be a qualified and GOC-registered Optometrist with strong clinical standards, excellent communication skills, and a patient-focused approach.

You should be confident working within a multidisciplinary environment and comfortable engaging with patients remotely, as well as supporting clinical decision-making processes.

An interest in telemedicine, referral management, or advanced clinical pathways would be advantageous, although full training will be provided.

This Role Would Suit

This opportunity would suit an Optometrist looking to step away from traditional sight testing and move into a more clinical, technology-driven role.

It is particularly well suited to someone interested in telemedicine, clinical triage, and working closely with Ophthalmologists within a structured and progressive environment.

Location

Glasgow, Scotland is one of the UK’s most vibrant and opportunity-rich cities, offering an excellent mix of career prospects, culture, and affordability. Known for its friendly people, thriving retail and healthcare sectors, world-class shopping, nightlife, music scene, and architecture, Glasgow appeals to professionals and families alike. With excellent schools, green spaces, and strong transport links across Scotland and the UK, it’s a fantastic place to live and work.

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