Full-time Optometrist

Somerville & Merrin Optometrists; Toowoomba Regional; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Somerville & Merrin Optometrists in Toowoomba is seeking an enthusiastic optometrist focused on paediatric and behavioural optometry. You will work in a well-established independent practice offering comprehensive eye care and a broad range of optical solutions.

New graduates are welcome. The role emphasises personalised patient care, clinical independence, and collaboration with an experienced team to deliver high-quality services in a friendly community setting.

Qualifications

• New graduates welcome to apply.
• Strong passion in paediatric/behavioural optometry with interest in children.

Responsibilities

• Provide full-scope optometry services to patients.
• Collaborate with behavioural optometrists to expand skills.
• Build and maintain long-term patient relationships in a community practice.

Skills

Paediatric optometry

Behavioural optometry

Full-scope optometry

Patient relationships

Tools

REVO OCT

Humphrey field analyzer

Medmont topographer

Digital slit-lamp camera

Visioffice

Job description

We are seeking an enthusiastic and patient-focused optometrist to join our well-established independent practice in Toowoomba.

About Us

We are a full-scope, Provision optometry practice that has been caring for the Toowoomba community for over 25 years, with two practices in the area. We pride ourselves on delivering comprehensive, patient-centred care without the pressures of corporate KPIs or sales targets. Our practice serves a diverse patient base of all ages, offering essential to high-end optical solutions.

Our clinical interests include

• Behavioural and paediatric optometry / Vision Therapy
• Myopia management
• Ocular disease management
• Dry eye management
• Therapeutics and foreign body removal
• Low vision
• Contact lens fitting including soft lenses, ortho-K, and minisclerals/RGPs.

Our practice is well equipped with modern technology to support high-quality clinical care, including

• Digital slit-lamp camera
• REVO OCT with fundus camera and biometry
• Humphrey field analyzer
• Medmont corneal topographer
• IPL
• Visioffice

We offer 30-45min appointment times and have a friendly, experienced dispensing team.

Who We’re Looking For

We are particularly interested in finding an optometrist with a strong passion in paediatric and behavioural optometry who genuinely enjoys working with children and is keen to continue learning and developing in this area. You will be well supported by our experienced behavioural optometrists and encouraged to further expand your skills and clinical confidence in this space. New graduates are welcome to apply.

This role would suit someone who enjoys practising full-scope optometry and building genuine, long-term relationships with patients. You’ll value clinical independence, enjoy collaborating within a supportive team environment, and be passionate about delivering thoughtful, personalised care. We’re looking for someone who is self-motivated, proactive, and interested in developing an ongoing and loyal patient base as part of a long-term commitment to the practice.

Why Toowoomba

Toowoomba is an ideal place to build both a career and a lifestyle, offering

• A strong sense of community
• A family-friendly environment with a pleasant climate
• Easy access to Brisbane and the coast
• Affordable living compared to metropolitan areas

Remuneration

Salary will be competitive and commensurate with experience.