Optometrist-Mobile

Frontline Recruitment Group; Newcastle; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary package with superannuation

CPD allowance

Clinical independence with mentoring

Ongoing development & education

Eye examinations and product allowance

Staff discounts

Job summary

Frontline Recruitment Group is seeking a Mobile Optometrist in Newcastle NSW to lead clinical care during planned leaves and transitions. You’ll support multiple practices across NSW, reassuring patients and maintaining continuity of care while adapting to different teams and environments.

The role offers a substantial salary package plus superannuation, access to CPD allowances, and mentoring from an experienced Professional Services team.

Qualifications

• Recognised optometry qualification with at least two years of practical experience.
• Ability to explain complex findings in clear, reassuring language.
• Willingness to travel interstate and adapt to different practices.

Responsibilities

• Deliver thorough eye examinations and personalised patient care.
• Provide relief coverage across practices within home state and travel interstate as needed.
• Utilise advanced diagnostic technology to inform decisions.
• Collaborate with practice teams, allied health providers and specialists.
• Follow handover processes for smooth transitions between clinicians.
• Support efficient practice operations while prioritising patient care.

Skills

Clinical judgement

Communication

Adaptability

Patient care

Education

Optometry qualification

Tools

OCT

UWFI

Job description

Frontline Recruitment Group – Newcastle NSW

Full time

1d ago , from Frontline Recruitment Group

Enjoy a change of scenery while making a meaningful difference to patient care. Your home base may be any of the following locations: Newcastle, Central Coast, Mid North Coast
Looking for variety in your clinical work, with the stability of an ongoing role? This Mobile Optometrist opportunity lets you support different practice teams, care for connected local communities, and use your clinical expertise where it matters most.
You’ll work primarily within your home state, with occasional interstate travel to support practices when needed.

The opportunity

Step in as the clinical lead during planned leave, unexpected absences and recruitment transitions. You’ll reassure patients, support local teams, and ensure continuity of care as each practice moves through change.
This role suits an experienced optometrist who enjoys meeting new people, adapts confidently to different environments and takes pride in leaving every practice in a strong position.
What you’ll do

• Deliver thorough eye examinations, clear recommendations and personalised patient care.
• Provide relief coverage across practices primarily within your home state.
• Travel interstate occasionally to support key practice transitions.
• Use advanced diagnostic technology, including OCT and ultra-widefield imaging, to inform clinical decisions.
• Work closely with practice teams, allied health providers and specialists to maintain continuity of care.
• Follow established handover processes to ensure smooth transitions between clinicians.
• Support efficient practice operations while keeping patient care at the centre of your decisions.

What you’ll bring

• A recognised optometry qualification and at least two years of practical experience.
• Strong clinical judgement and confidence working across different practice settings.
• The ability to explain complex findings in clear, reassuring language.
• A genuine commitment to patients’ eye health and overall experience.
• Confidence using advanced diagnostic technology.
• A collaborative approach and the ability to build rapport quickly.
• An interest in eyewear styling and helping patients find solutions that suit their needs.
• Flexibility to travel and a commitment to ongoing clinical learning.

What’s on offer

• Attractive salary package plus superannuation.
• Optometry Australia membership, AHPRA registration and CPD allowance.
• Clinical independence, supported by an experienced Professional Services team.
• Ongoing education, mentoring and career development.
• A consistent full-time roster, with options to discuss hours that suit your lifestyle.
• Free eye examinations and an annual product allowance.
• Family and friends discounts, plus additional benefits.
• A friendly, inclusive environment with support from central office teams.

Bring your clinical confidence, curiosity and care to a role with variety and purpose.

Additional information

• Attractive salary + super + professional allowances
• Variety across practices, with occasional interstate travel
• Clinical freedom with mentoring and ongoing development