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Archive for January, 2010

Are you writing ‘Less than 6/60?’ Dont do it! Download printable Snellen letters here!

Published January 30th, 2010 by Jane Macnaughton.

Over the last few weeks we have been covering a few teaching sessions for the Routine Exam for the Final Assessment.  A number of students were happily recording <6/60 when the unaided vision dropped below the top letter of the Snellen chart. A discussion then followed.  Whilst all appreciated the importance of recording the vision [...]

Face Up to Facebook!

Published January 30th, 2010 by Peter Chapman.

The Optometry Blog has joined the social networking revolution, with the creation of a Facebook page. Aimed at all practitioners including pre-registration students, the page is an ideal way to find out about all the latest articles and podcasts available, as well as the most up to date details on course dates and availability. Samples [...]

Ask the Assessor 2010

Published January 28th, 2010 by Jane Macnaughton.

Ask the Assessor – the Core Competencies. As one set of trainees completes their pre-registration year, another is just starting out.  To complement our popular ‘Ask the Examiner’ thread, we are now including a new ‘Ask the Assessor’ thread. Note: Trainees are encouraged to approach their College appointed assessors if they are running into any [...]

Optometrists: NonEEA and in the UK!

Published January 28th, 2010 by Jane Macnaughton.

If you are currently working towards the College of Optometrists’ Examination for Non-EEA Optometrists, you may be interested in our Facebook Study Group: Optometrists: Non-EEA and in the UK!. The objectives of the group are promote discussion between past and present candidates, share exam tips, experiences and ideas. In addition, the Optometry Blog will continue [...]

Ask the Non-EEA Examiner-The Examinations for Non-EEA/EU Qualified Optometrists

Published January 24th, 2010 by Jane Macnaughton.

Are you preparing to sit the College of Optometrist’s Examination for Non EEA/EU Qualified Optometrists in January 2009? If you need a question answered on any aspect of the exam or understand anything specific about working as an optometrist in the UK, including employment options, then post your questions to us here. Last years Q&A [...]

Optical Practice for Sale – Lancashire – £140k

Published January 19th, 2010 by David.

Flame Health are currently working with a practice based in the Lancashire area that is looking to sell. The practice has been established for over 10 years and is profitable, occupies a A1 location within the town and enjoys limited competition. Average order value is good with conversions around the 70% region and an excellent opportunity for [...]

Would you like to work in Australia?

Published January 13th, 2010 by David.

Optometrist Required – Perth, Australia – $100 – 120k    We are currently working with an independent in Perth who is looking for a FT or PT Optometrist to join their testing only practice. Applicants must be qualified to work in Australia. For more information, please email me directly on careers@flamehealth.com   Thank you David.

Are you newly qualified?

Published January 8th, 2010 by David.

Are you a newly qualified Optometrist? Just passed your exams? Looking for advice on the current job marketplace, salaries or available opportunities? The Optometry market in 2010 is currently very competitive and having access to pertinent market informaiton can give you the advantage over your fellow colleaugues may help you to land the ideal position. The [...]


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