Optometrist

Optometrist Vacancy - Oakwood Eyecare / Alvaston Opticians / Kimberley Opticians

We’re proud to be an independent practice where patient care always comes first, and joining us as our new Optometrist means being part of a fabulous team that values clinical freedom, supports your development, and encourages you to bring your personality and expertise to the role. We offer a welcoming, people first environment across our different locations, where your contributions are heard and your individuality is celebrated. Whether you're looking for the next step in your career or a fresh start in an independent group that genuinely puts patients and people before numbers, this could be the right place for you.

We welcome any level of experience to enquire about this position, whether you are newly qualified or come with a wealth of expertise, as an Independent Opticians we can offer you the right level of support to reach your personal and professional goals.

From unrushed longer test times, our commitment to offering the latest technological advances such as OCT and Optomap, and our enhanced clinical services (including OHT/glaucoma care, dry eye clinics, overlay and colourimetry testing, and advanced contact lenses) everything we do is designed to offer our patients the very best in clinical care.

• Professional fees paid
• No Sunday or bank holiday working
• 31 days holiday (including bank holidays)
• Enrolment to our pension scheme
• Free & regular CPD courses
• Access to Westfield Health (claim cashback on healthcare purchases)
• Significant staff and family discount
• Retail discounts through a dedicated portal
• Invitation to our annual event with wellbeing and self-improvement focus (all paid for)
• Cycle to work scheme 

We are looking for a full-time Optometrist to join us in delivering outstanding patient care (part-time would be considered for the right candidate). You’ll play a key role in providing expert advice, fitting a wide range of contact lenses, and delivering ongoing care that makes patients feel confident, comfortable, and cared for.

This is a role for someone who values the clinical side of the job, who enjoys building trust with patients from a variety of backgrounds, and who thrives in a team that supports each other. You’ll have the time, tools and autonomy to do your job to a high standard, without feeling rushed or restricted. Collaboration is at the heart of the practice, so you’ll work closely with your teams to ensure a smooth patient journey and a great workplace culture.

All three of our sites offer free parking, appointment lengths of 30-40 minutes and dedicated DOs in every clinic, ensuring all the patients you examine and care for are given the best advice possible outside of the test room too. Our team are our most valued asset, we are very lucky to have so many lovely people in one place supporting each other at every turn. Your patients will be pre-screened with IOPs, fields and imaging. You'll get the unique opportunity to indulge in specialist areas of optometry such as ortho-K, CUES (MECS), glaucoma-related patient management, dry eye clinics and practice to the top of your skillset - you will never be bored or feel like a refraction machine and we'll support you to go further in your development such as gaining IP. If you are not sure about any of these areas, don't worry, we'll guide you every step of the way!

As our new Specialist Optometrist, you'll carry out thorough eye examinations and provide tailored services and solutions that align with each patient’s lifestyle and needs. You'll work within GOC guidelines and company policies to deliver expert care, while supporting the team by resolving clinical or technical queries. Your role also includes liaising with external  professionals, maintaining practice equipment, and contributing your knowledge and ideas to the ongoing success of the practice.

Additional Information:

• You must be registered with the GOC or appropriate governing body in order to apply for this role
• Ideally you will have a Professional Certificate in Glaucoma, be CUES/MECS registered and conversant with OPERA use and hold a Spa Medica post-op accreditation. IP qualification would be most welcome!
• Our frame selection includes Armani, Pro-design, Woody's, Ray-Ban, Oakley, Stepper and more!
• We have 5 consulting rooms across 3 practices
• We are a team of around 20 people
• This role requires you to work Saturdays
• Our appointment times are 30-40 minutes depending on the location

Click apply now and a member of our recruitment team will be in touch