County Londonderry

Optometry jobs in Londonderry.

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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Hiring in Londonderry

What the Londonderry market looks like.

Altnagelvin is the acute centre for the north west and includes the regional radiotherapy unit serving both sides of the border. Northern Ireland's trusts are integrated health and social care organisations, so many roles combine hospital and community responsibilities.

Major employers in County Londonderry

  • Western Health and Social Care Trust
  • Altnagelvin Area Hospital services
  • Northern Ireland Ambulance Service
  • Northern Health and Social Care Trust

Also covering

Strabane · Limavady · Coleraine · Omagh · Letterkenny · Magherafelt

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

Questions

Optometry work in Londonderry, answered.

What optometry jobs are available in Londonderry?
Actionus advertises locum, contract, bank and permanent optometry roles across Londonderry and the wider County Londonderry 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 Londonderry?
Major healthcare employers in and around Londonderry include Western Health and Social Care Trust, Altnagelvin Area Hospital services, Northern Ireland Ambulance Service, Northern Health and Social Care 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 Londonderry?
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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