Flame Health Optometry were interested to learn that Google have recently started a project to test a smart contact lens which can measure glucose levels in the tears of the wearer. It is hoped that this device could enable diabetics to better manage the condition. The lenses use a wireless chip and a glucose sensor […]

Flame Health Optical Sales are currently recruiting for a number of fantastic roles on behalf of one of the world’s leading companies providing Ophthalmic Optical Products. If you think you could be the right candidate for any of the following opportunities, get in touch today! Area Sales Manager Opportunity – Birmingham Salary up to £33,660 p.a. The […]

A gene therapy technique has been used by surgeons in Oxford to improve the vision of six patients who otherwise may have lost their sight completely. The operation involved inserting a gene into the retina cells at the back of the eye, a treatment that revived light-detecting cells. It had been hoped that the treatment […]

Dispensing Optician opportunity – Yorkshire Competitive Salary Flame Health Optometry have an exciting opportunity for an FBDO qualified Dispensing Optician to join this patient focused optical practice based in the Yorkshire area. The practice is part of a group that is one of the UK’s leading opticians. The company is well established and their reputation has […]

New findings which could help diagnose and track the progression of Alzheimer’s disease were revealed at the US Society for Neuroscience conference this week. The team found that genetically engineered mice with Alzheimer’s lost thickness in specific cells in the retina. As the retina is a direct extension of the brain, the team concluded that the […]

Optical Lab Process Support Engineer Opportunity – Birmingham Salary up to £19,500 p.a. Flame Health Optometry are working with one of Europe’s leading optical manufacturers to find an Optical Lab Process Support Engineer in the Birmingham area. The main functions of this role are to provide support and training to the assembly department in the […]

The Royal National Institute of Blind People (RNIB) took their sight loss simulator, called the ‘Eye Pod’, to the London headquarters of the General Optical Council (GOC) yesterday, as part of their on-going campaign to raise awareness of avoidable sight loss. The ‘Eye Pod’ gives visitors a chance to see the world through the eyes […]

Dispensing Optician Opportunity – Wiltshire Fantastic salary of up to £25,000 p.a. This excellent opportunity is to work for one of the leading providers of Domiciliary Eye Care. The hours are full-time, Monday-Friday 09:00-17:30. Based at our client’s head office you will be providing essential aftercare support on the telephone and answering any queries that […]

Senior Optometrist Opportunity – Southampton Salary up to £45,000 p.a. Flame Health Optometry are working on behalf of this very successful, large independent chain who have an exciting opportunity for an Optometrist to work at one of their practices in the Southampton area. Our client’s practices are carefully designed to achieve a modern and comfortable […]

Optical Assistant Joint Venture Partner (JVP) Opportunity – Midlands Salary circa 25K + Benefits Package + Profit Share Flame Health Optometry are currently recruiting highly motivated and enthusiastic JVP Optical Assistants within the Midlands region for our market leading client. Not only is an excellent remuneration package available, which includes a car or car allowance […]

Flame Health Optometry are currently recruiting for a number of fantastic Optical Sales roles across the country… Sales Account Manager Opportunity – The Midlands Salary up to £30,000 p.a. We are seeking an Optical Sales Manager in the East/West Midlands on behalf of one of the world’s leading companies providing Ophthalmic Optical products. The mandate for […]

Flame Health Optometry have a proven track record of providing professional recruitment solutions to the Optical Sector.  Registering with our Optometry team provides you with professional support, access to our latest job opportunities and exclusive optical vacancies with the leading multiple opticians, specialist optometry providers and independent opticians across the UK. Our experienced team are fully […]

Dispensing Manager Opportunity – Norwich Flame Health Optometry have an exciting opportunity for a qualified Dispensing Optician to join this patient focused optical practice based in Norwich. This role is also the perfect opportunity for a Dispensing Optician Manager who is looking to progress and develop their career. Your main responsibilities for the role will be: […]

Flame Health Optometry are currently recruiting for this fantastic opportunity for a qualified Optometrist to work in the amazing city of Shanghai!  Our client specialise in laser and lens refractive surgery and have carried out over 300,000 treatments spanning 20 years. They are at the forefront driving the development of Ophthalmic Surgery, and have recently […]

Flame Health Optometry were interested to hear that an animal study in the Nature Biotechnology journal has revealed that stem cells can be used to repair the part of the eye which detects light. The study has shown that it is possible to replace the light-sensing cells. This allows light to be converted into an […]