Associate Optometrist- Gerrad Square

Specsavers; Toronto; On-site; CAD 112,000 - 147,000; Full time

Job summary

Specsavers Gerrard Square in Toronto, ON, invites an Associate Optometrist to join a thriving independent clinic focused on high-quality eyecare. The role emphasizes autonomy, community impact, and a collaborative work environment with access to advanced diagnostic tools.

The position offers vacation coverage with a patient‑centered approach, enabling flexible scheduling and a strong emphasis on professional development through on-site and virtual coaching.

Responsibilities

• Join a team of eyecare professionals to impact community eye health.
• Deliver care with clinical autonomy and personalized patient interactions.
• Leverage pre-test support to optimize exam flow and patient experience.
• Work with advanced diagnostic technology to support accurate prescriptions.

Tools

NIDEK Tonoref 3

NIDEK automated lensometer

Topcon Maestro2

NIDEK RT-6100

S4OPTIK slit lamp

Zeiss HFA3 with SITA Faster visual field

Job description

The role

Associate Optometrist – Changing lives through better sight

Toronto, ON

The independent optometrist at Specsavers Gerrad Square is looking for an associate optometrist to join their thriving clinic.

Specsavers is the world’s largest, privately-owned optical retailer. Our journey began 40 years ago in the UK, with visionary optometrists Doug and Mary Perkins. Today, we support over 2,800 healthcare businesses, passionately caring for more than 48 million patients and customers worldwide.

We believe that access to quality eyecare should be a right, not a luxury. That’s why we’ve made OCT available as a standard part of eye exams. With our advanced clinical equipment and an extensive range of affordable and high-quality eyewear, we’re here to make a real difference in the lives of our customers.

Your opportunity and practice

Offering eye exams when patients need them starts with having the right team in each of our optometrist‑owned and operated clinics. By joining an independent Optometry Partner and a team of passionate eyecare professionals, you’ll make a meaningful impact on eye health in the community.

Our Gerrad Sqaure Location

This clinic is seeking vacation coverage, and a waitlist of 4 days to next appointment. This is an excellent opportunity for an optometrist who values autonomy, flexibility, and a relational approach to patient care.

Your associate optometrist opportunity gives you:

• Clinical Excellence: Benefit from a fully integrated clinic with the latest diagnostic technology, including:
• - The NIDEK Tonoref 3
• - NIDEK automated lensometer
• - Topcon Maestro2
• - NIDEK intelligent refract RT-6100
• - S4OPTIK slit lamp
• - Zeiss HFA3 with SITA Faster visual field
• Viewing patient pre-test reports and history is easier than ever and ensures so you can have more informed consultations with your patients.
• Culture of Dedication: Join a team committed to community eyecare and proactive monitoring of eye health for preventable vision loss, with OCT available as a standard part of every eye exam.
• Clinical Autonomy: Practice in a private, independent clinic with the support and resources of Specsavers, giving you the freedom to deliver care your way.
• Pre-test Support: Trained eyecare consultants welcome and take your patients through pre-testing so you have reports sent directly to your exam room to prepare for your consultations.
• Professional Development: Get access to a qualified optometry support consultant for professional development on-site and virtually.

Compensation:

Receive a daily minimum or percentage of billings, whichever amount is higher for each clinic day worked. The expected range for this role is:

• Daily minimum between $700
• Percentage of billings 70%