Actionus

Cornwall

Optometry jobs in Truro.

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 Truro

What the Truro market looks like.

Cornwall is one of the hardest UK regions to staff substantively, and the Royal Cornwall Hospital at Treliske is the only acute site for the county. Long travel distances between community hospitals mean mileage and accommodation are often part of the conversation for longer bookings.

Major employers in Cornwall

  • —Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust
  • —Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
  • —Cornwall Council adult social care
  • —Community hospitals across Cornwall

Also covering

Falmouth · Redruth · Penzance · St Austell · Newquay · Bodmin

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 Truro, answered.

What optometry jobs are available in Truro?
Actionus advertises locum, contract, bank and permanent optometry roles across Truro and the wider Cornwall 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 Truro?
Major healthcare employers in and around Truro include Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust, Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust, Cornwall Council adult social care, Community hospitals across Cornwall, 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 Truro?
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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