Optometrist Experienced

Boots Opticians; Chichester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as an Optometrist in the charming town of Chichester! In this full-time role, you'll provide exceptional patient care alongside a supportive team. You'll foster positive customer journeys and build lasting relationships with both colleagues and healthcare professionals. With a vibrant working environment and a strong emphasis on inclusivity, this position offers a fantastic opportunity for those starting their careers in optometry. Enjoy a range of benefits, including a generous retirement plan, employee discounts, and flexible working options. Embrace the chance to make a difference in a welcoming community!

Benefits

Boots Retirement Savings Plan (up to 12% company contribution)

Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave pay

Performance based quarterly bonus

Generous employee discounts

33 days holidays including bank holidays

Flexible benefits scheme

Qualifications

• Fully qualified or soon to be GOC registered Optometrist.
• Passion for delivering excellent patient care.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent customer and patient care.
• Work with colleagues to ensure smooth running of the practice.
• Build relationships with healthcare professionals.

Skills

Patient Care

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Education

GOC Registration

NHS Registration

Job description

Job Description

About the role

As an Optometrist with us you'll be providing excellent customer and patient care. Working alongside the Practice Manager, Optical Teams and Clinical Governance Optometrists. You’ll create a culture where everyone is passionate about doing the right thing.

• Using your passion for delivering patient care you'll work with colleagues to deliver a positive customer journey.
• Bringing your vibrant personality into the day to day running of the practice – working with your colleagues to ensure everything runs smoothly.
• Building longstanding relationships – not only with colleagues and customers but with healthcare professionals in the local community.

What you’ll need to have

• Fully qualified / soon to be GOC registered Optometrist.
• Additional registration with the relevant NHS body.
• Passion for patient care.

Our benefits

• Boots Retirement Savings Plan (company contribution of up to 12%).
• Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave pay.
• Performance based quarterly bonus.
• Generous employee discounts for yourself and another family member.
• 33 days holidays including bank holiday (pro-rata).
• Flexible benefits scheme including discounted gym membership, life assurance, activity passes, holiday buying and much more.

Why Boots Opticians

At Boots Opticians, we foster a working environment where consideration and inclusivity help everyone to be themselves and reach their full potential. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, passionate about embracing the diversity of our colleagues and providing a positive and inclusive working environment for all. Join our team and let’s see what’s possible when we change for the better.

What's next

If successful on application, a member of the recruitment team will be in touch to find a time to discuss your application.

We are always open to discussing possible flexible working options and what this may look like for you, including job share and reduced hours. If you require additional support as part of the application and interview process, we are happy to provide reasonable adjustments to help you to be at your best.

You will complete a Pre-employment check after receiving an offer. Depending on your location you will be asked to submit either a DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service), PVG (Protection of Vulnerable groups) or an Access NI Check.

Boots is a Ban the Box employer and will consider the suitability of applicants with criminal convictions on a case-by-case basis.

Need To Know

Lovely refitted practice in charming, Chichester town, which is a train ride away from London. Personable and attentive team ensuring our customers have a memorable visit. This is a great opportunity for anyone starting out in their career and looking to work alongside a supportive experienced team.

The Practice is set in the centre of Chichester has 2 senior Optom Residents, 2 resident DOs and a Resident CLO and a student SDO and an established support team. The practice has recently been refitted and the four Testing rooms updated. We also have Optomap in the practice.

This position is full time and working alongside a great team.

Business Area

Opticians

Function

Optometrist

Hours per week

37.5