Optometrist (Charlestown)

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

Make a genuine difference to patients’ lives while building long-term relationships in your local community!

If you're committed to delivering exceptional clinical care, enjoy working with patients of all ages, and want to be part of a supportive and purpose-driven organisation, this could be the perfect next step in your optometry career.

Why you’ll love working with us

At Teachers Health, we believe great patient outcomes start with great people. You'll join a collaborative team that values clinical excellence, continuous learning, and genuine care for both our patients and each other.

As part of our Charlestown Health Centre, you'll have the opportunity to build meaningful relationships with patients, work with modern clinical equipment, and contribute to a trusted organisation committed to improving the health and wellbeing of our members. The role focuses on delivering high-quality eye care while helping drive patient satisfaction, retention, and growth.

About the role

As a Full-Time Optometrist, you'll be responsible for providing comprehensive eye examinations, diagnosing and managing ocular conditions, and delivering outstanding customer care. You'll work closely with our Optical Assistants and broader Health Centre team to ensure every patient receives the highest standard of service and clinical care.

What we offer

• Competitive salary package
• Full-time, stable employment
• Ongoing professional development and industry education opportunities
• Supportive, experienced team environment
• Modern equipment and clinical resources
• Employee benefits through a purpose-driven private health insurer
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on patient health outcomes

What you'll be doing

• 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

Essential requirements

• 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

Teachers Health values diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from people with diverse backgrounds including First Nations people, people with disability, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, and people who identify as LGBTQIA+. Applicants can request reasonable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process by contacting ****@teachershealth.com.au.