Full-Time Optometrist - Modern Clinic, Growth & Development

Teachers Health Fund; Newcastle-Maitland; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Full-time position

Professional development

Supportive team

Modern equipment

Private health insurer benefits

Impactful patient care

Job summary

Teachers Health Charlestown Health Centre is seeking a dedicated Full-Time Optometrist to deliver comprehensive eye examinations and outstanding patient care, working with Optical Assistants and the Health Centre team.

You will diagnose ocular conditions, manage referrals, and maintain high standards of clinical care while contributing to patient satisfaction, retention and growth in a supportive, purpose-driven private health insurer.

Qualifications

• Bachelor or Master’s degree in Optometry.
• Current unrestricted AHPRA registration.
• Membership with Optometry Australia.
• Medicare Provider Registration.
• Current Australian Driver's Licence.
• Strong clinical skills in refraction and ocular health assessment.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Strong computer literacy.
• Minimum 6 months' clinical experience as an Optometrist.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive eye examinations in line with AHPRA and Optometry Australia guidelines.
• Diagnose and manage ocular diseases and systemic conditions, making referrals where appropriate.
• Deliver exceptional patient care and customer service.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with patients and colleagues.
• Respond to patient enquiries and concerns professionally and effectively.
• Participate in clinical safety, quality, and education initiatives.
• Maintain and calibrate clinical equipment and optometry tools.
• Support practice operations, including Medicare reconciliation and inventory management.
• Contribute to team performance, customer retention, and growth objectives.
• Stay up to date with industry developments and best-practice optometry standards.

Skills

Strong communication

Customer service

Computer literacy

Education

Bachelor or Master’s degree in Optometry

Job description

Teachers Health Charlestown Health Centre is seeking a dedicated Full-Time Optometrist to deliver comprehensive eye examinations and outstanding patient care, working with Optical Assistants and the Health Centre team.

You will diagnose ocular conditions, manage referrals, and maintain high standards of clinical care while contributing to patient satisfaction, retention and growth in a supportive, purpose-driven private health insurer.