Lead Optometrist - Thunder Bay

Specsavers Norge; Northwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Back office support

Professional development opportunities

Pathway to ownership

Job summary

Specsavers Thunder Bay is seeking an experienced optometrist to establish and lead an independent clinic within our Specsavers store. You will enjoy full clinical autonomy, with the flexibility to start part-time and grow your practice at your own pace, while shaping the patient experience and building a dedicated team.

You will provide patient-centred eye care using advanced diagnostics and benefit from back-office support and professional development opportunities, with a clear pathway to

Qualifications

• Registered optometrist in Ontario.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Start and lead your own clinic with full clinical autonomy.
• Grow patient base with flexible scheduling.
• Build and lead your clinic team.
• Deliver clinical excellence using advanced diagnostic technology.
• Leverage Specsavers back-office support.

Skills

Entrepreneurial mindset

Leadership

Patient-centred care

Team leadership

Education

Registered optometrist in Ontario

Tools

NIDEKTonoref3

NIDEK automated lensometer

S4OPTIK slit lamp

Job description

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

Establish your clinic

in Thunder Bay. Thunder Bay offers an exceptional quality of life with affordable living and easy access to stunning outdoor recreation. As the largest city in Northwestern Ontario, it serves a broad surrounding community with a growing need for eye care. It's an excellent place to build both your practice and your lifestyle.

This independent clinic is located within Specsavers at the Real Canadian Superstore conveniently situated near the intersection of Carrick Street and Harbour Expressway, benefiting from reliable foot traffic and consistent access to new and returning patients.

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, Carla Yourk. The team of trained eyecare consultants at the store welcome and guide your patients through pre-testing.

Your opportunity

• 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:
  • NIDEKTonoref3
  • 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 Ontario
• 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.