Actionus

West Midlands

Optometry jobs in Coventry.

Hospital eye services and community optometry both carry long waits, and extended roles in glaucoma, medical retina and cataract pathways have widened demand. Actionus places GOC-registered optometrists into locum, contract and permanent roles across NHS ophthalmology, community services and independent practice.

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New Coventry vacancies are released regularly and many are filled before they are advertised. Register your details and we'll contact you privately when a matching optometry role opens in West Midlands.

Hiring in Coventry

What the Coventry market looks like.

Coventry's major trauma centre anchors acute services for Coventry and Warwickshire, supported by a partnership trust covering mental health and community caseloads. Its position between Birmingham and Leicester means candidates can realistically work across three health economies.

Major employers in West Midlands

  • —University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust
  • —Coventry and Warwickshire Partnership NHS Trust
  • —South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust
  • —George Eliot Hospital NHS Trust

Also covering

Rugby · Nuneaton · Warwick · Leamington Spa · Solihull · Birmingham

Typical settings

  • Hospital eye services
  • Community optometry practices
  • Independent ophthalmology providers
  • Community diagnostic hubs

Common specialities

  • Glaucoma
  • Medical retina
  • Cataract pathways
  • Paediatric optometry
  • Low vision
  • Contact lenses

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Questions

Optometry work in Coventry, answered.

What optometry jobs are available in Coventry?
Actionus advertises locum, contract, bank and permanent optometry roles across Coventry and the wider West Midlands area, including hospital eye services, community optometry practices, independent ophthalmology providers. Live vacancies are listed on this page and updated as they are released.
Which employers hire optometrists in Coventry?
Major healthcare employers in and around Coventry include University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, Coventry and Warwickshire Partnership NHS Trust, South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust, George Eliot Hospital NHS Trust, alongside independent providers, local authority teams and primary care networks.
What registration do I need to work as a optometry professional through Actionus?
You will need current registration with the relevant UK regulator, an enhanced DBS, right-to-work documents and satisfactory references. Our compliance team confirms exactly what is required for each assignment before you start.
How quickly can I start a locum assignment in Coventry?
If your compliance file is already complete, short-notice cover can often start within days. If you are new to Actionus, register first and we will build your file while we match you to suitable roles.
How do I get paid for temporary work?
Temporary and locum workers submit hours weekly through the Actionus online timesheet portal. Once your authoriser approves the timesheet, payment is processed through PAYE, umbrella or your limited company, depending on the payment method agreed on your assignment.

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