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North Yorkshire

Orthoptics jobs in York.

Orthoptics is a small profession with outsized impact on paediatric vision screening, stroke rehabilitation and glaucoma pathways, and single-handed departments are common. Actionus supplies HCPC-registered orthoptists for locum, contract and permanent roles in NHS eye services and school screening programmes.

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Hiring in York

What the York market looks like.

York's acute trust also runs coastal services at Scarborough and Bridlington, which are considerably harder to fill and often attract longer bookings. Rural North Yorkshire community caseloads cover wide areas, so a car is normally required.

Major employers in North Yorkshire

  • —York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
  • —Tees, Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust
  • —Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust
  • —North Yorkshire Council adult social care

Also covering

Harrogate · Selby · Malton · Scarborough · Leeds · Thirsk

Typical settings

  • Hospital eye services
  • School vision screening programmes
  • Stroke and neuro rehabilitation teams
  • Community paediatric clinics

Common specialities

  • Paediatric orthoptics
  • Vision screening
  • Stroke and neuro
  • Glaucoma monitoring
  • Low vision

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Questions

Orthoptics work in York, answered.

What orthoptics jobs are available in York?
Actionus advertises locum, contract, bank and permanent orthoptics roles across York and the wider North Yorkshire area, including hospital eye services, school vision screening programmes, stroke and neuro rehabilitation teams. Live vacancies are listed on this page and updated as they are released.
Which employers hire orthoptists in York?
Major healthcare employers in and around York include York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Tees, Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust, Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust, North Yorkshire Council adult social care, alongside independent providers, local authority teams and primary care networks.
What registration do I need to work as a orthoptics 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 York?
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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