Lead Optometrist - Halifax

Specsavers Norge; Halifax; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Specsavers Halifax is seeking an optometrist to lead an independent clinic within the Halifax store, offering full clinical autonomy and a pathway toward ownership.

You can start with as little as one day per week and expand, building a team and shaping patient experience with advanced diagnostic tech like NIDEK Tonoref 3 and S4OPTIK slit lamp.

Specsavers provides back-office support and opportunities to grow your practice within a trusted global brand.

Qualifications

• Registered optometrist in Nova Scotia.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with leadership and patient-centred care.
• Motivated to lead and grow a practice.
• Interested in ownership pathways.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage an independent optometry clinic within Specsavers Halifax.
• Start with one day per week and expand as you grow the practice.
• Build and lead your team to deliver high-quality patient care.
• Deliver clinical excellence using advanced diagnostic technology.

Skills

Entrepreneurial mindset

Leadership

Patient-centered care

Education

Registered optometrist in Nova Scotia

Job description

Company: Specsavers

Step into clinical leadership with flexibility within Specsavers Halifax — with the freedom to grow your practice, your way.

Establish your clinicin the vibrant city of Halifax. Halifax offers the perfect balance of urban convenience and coastal living, with easy access to shopping, restaurants, healthcare services, parks, and recreational amenities. Surrounded by welcoming communities and Nova Scotia's stunning Atlantic coastline, it's an ideal place to build both your practice and your lifestyle.

This independent clinic is located within Specsavers at the Real Atlantic Superstore at 3601 Joseph Howe Drive — supporting consistent access to new and returning patients. This is a strong opportunity for brand visibility and patient engagement.

This clinic operates in a fully fitted, professionally designed space with one exam room and pre-test room.

The Specsavers retail store is owned and managed by experienced optician, Victoria Waters. The team of trained eyecare consultants at the store welcome and guide your patients through pre-testing.

Your opportunity

This role is designed for optometrists seeking greater autonomy, leadership, and a pathway towards ownership:

Start your own clinic your way

— practice as an independent optometrist with full clinical autonomy

Flexibility to grow at your pace

— start with as little as one day per week and expand over time; you have the flexibility to maintain your current commitments how it works for you

Build and lead your team

— shape the culture and patient experience within your clinic

Pathway to ownership

— unlock future partnership opportunities

Deliver clinical excellence

— your clinic includes access a full suite of advanced diagnostic technology, including:

• NIDEK Tonoref 3
• NIDEK automated lensometer
• S4OPTIK slit lamp

Support when you need it

— benefit from Specsavers’ back office support, resources, and professional development, so you can stay focused on patient care.

What you’ll bring

• Registered optometrist in Nova Scotia
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a passion for leadership and delivering quality, patient-centred care
• Motivated to take on leadership and grow a practice
• Interested in building toward greater independence and ownership

What makes being a Lead Optometrist with Specsavers different?

At Specsavers, we believe quality eyecare starts with a simple idea: putting people first, always. For over 40 years, Specsavers has been committed to making quality eyecare and affordable eyewear accessible to everyone — because we believe no one should have to compromise on their eye health, regardless of their background or circumstances. That’s why we’ve made OCT available as a standard part of eye exams.

Today, we’re the world’s largest privately owned optical retailer and still a family-owned business. We’re a place where you can feel you belong, and be part of something that truly makes a difference.

Make it your own – with the confidence and support of being backed a globally trusted brand.