Optometrist

The Boots Company PLC; Basildon; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Boots Opticians in Basildon is seeking a passionate Optometrist to join their team. The role offers flexible hours and a supportive environment, focusing on delivering exceptional patient care. You'll work with advanced technology and have opportunities for professional growth within a leading healthcare brand.

Benefits

Competitive base salary

Boots Retirement Savings Plan

Reimbursement of GOC fees

CPD days

Enhanced maternity/paternity leave

Performance-based quarterly bonus

Generous employee discounts

33 days holiday

Flexible benefits scheme

70% discount on glasses

Qualifications

• GOC registered or expecting registration within six months.
• Drive to deliver excellent patient care.

Responsibilities

• Leading clinics and providing specialist care and advice to all patients.
• Testing eyes using the latest technology while maintaining outstanding patient care.
• Collaborating with external healthcare professionals.

Skills

Communication

Organizational Skills

Patient Care

Education

GOC Registration

NHS Registration

Job description

Optometrists - we are very excited to be recruiting for our fantastic practice at Boots Opticians Basildon. Our vacancy is advertised as full time; however, we are also open to part-time and flexible hours to suit your needs, as we understand flexibility is important for a great work/life balance. Basildon is a town in Essex, England.

Boots Opticians Basildon has excellent transport links with six main roads connecting to and from London, A13, and A127, with parking available at the local shopping center (Westgate).

The practice features three testing rooms equipped with state-of-the-art equipment including a Phoropter and OCT, supporting our commitment to providing the best service to our customers and patients. There is also a CLO testing room with all necessary equipment, located inside the Boots UK store, which includes pharmacy and hearing care services available seven days a week. You will join an amazing team of 14, including five resident Optometrists, one CLO, one DO, and seven fully qualified optical consultants.

For more information and inquiries, please contact Kofo Adenekan at 07816195724 or [e-mail].

Our Optometrists make a real difference by delivering outstanding service to our communities. To support you in your role, you’ll have access to emerging technologies, dedicated clinical support teams, and unique Boots Opticians training, regardless of your experience level. There are always opportunities to learn, gain experience, and grow within Boots Opticians.

About the opportunity

You will be a key part of a team passionate about delivering unforgettable customer care, with access to resources and progression opportunities as part of the largest healthcare brand.

Your main responsibilities will include:

• Leading clinics and providing specialist care and advice to all patients
• Testing eyes using the latest technology while maintaining outstanding patient care
• Delivering enhanced services based on store needs
• Responding to emergency triages
• Collaborating with external healthcare professionals
• Providing clinical support to team members on the shop floor
• Advising patients using your clinical knowledge
• Staying up-to-date with the latest clinical practices
• Working closely with senior stakeholders

What you’ll need to have

The essential skills and experience required:

• GOC registered (or expecting registration within six months)
• Additional registration with the relevant NHS body
• A drive to deliver excellent patient care
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• The motivation to ‘See What’s Possible’ for our teams, customers, and patients

Our benefits

• Competitive base salary
• Boots Retirement Savings Plan (company contribution of up to 12%)
• Reimbursement of GOC and professional indemnity fees
• CPD days throughout the year to keep you up-to-date
• Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave pay
• Performance-based quarterly bonus
• Generous employee discounts for you and a family member
• 33 days holiday including bank holidays (pro-rata)
• Flexible benefits scheme including discounted gym membership, life assurance, activity passes, holiday buying, and more
• 70% discount on glasses
• Additional benefits offering flexibility to suit your needs – more information at boots.jobs/rewards. Please note, salary estimates on third-party sites are not endorsed by Boots and may be inaccurate.

Why Boots Opticians?

At Boots Opticians, we foster a supportive and inclusive environment where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, embracing diversity and providing a positive working environment for all. Join us and see what’s possible when we work to improve.

What's next?

If your application is successful, a member of our recruitment team will contact you to discuss the next steps. We are open to discussing part-time and job share options during the application process and can provide reasonable adjustments to support your application and interview.

Post-offer, you will complete a pre-employment check, which may include submitting a DBS, PVG, or Access NI check depending on your location. Boots is a Ban the Box employer and considers applicants with criminal convictions on a case-by-case basis.

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