Optometrist

Boots UK; Eastbourne; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

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

Reimbursement of GOC and professional indemnity fees

CPD days

Enhanced parental leave pay

Performance-based quarterly bonus

Generous employee discounts

33 days holidays (pro-rata)

Flexible benefits including gym discounts and life assurance

70% discount off glasses

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Job summary

A leading optician provider in Eastbourne is seeking an Optometrist to deliver exceptional patient care while utilizing the latest technology and clinical support. The role involves leading clinics, testing eyes, and collaborating with healthcare professionals. Candidates must be GOC registered, possess excellent communication skills, and have a passion for patient care. This position offers a competitive salary and a range of employee benefits, including a savings plan and generous holiday.

Qualifications

• Must be GOC registered or expecting to register soon.
• Strong motivation for patient care is essential.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills are required.
• Excellent communication and organisation skills.
• Motivation to see what’s possible for teams, customers and patients.

Responsibilities

• Lead clinics and provide specialist care to patients.
• Test eyes using advanced technology.
• Deliver enhanced services based on store needs.
• Respond to emergency triages.
• Work with external healthcare professionals.
• Provide clinical support to shop floor team.
• Offer advice using clinical knowledge.
• Stay current with clinical practices.
• Engage with senior stakeholders.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Organisational skills

Drive to deliver excellent patient care

Education

GOC registration (or expecting to be in the next 6 months)

Additional registration with the relevant NHS body

Job description

Boots UK Eastbourne, England, United Kingdom

Our Optometrists make a real difference by delivering an outstanding service to our communities. To enable you to be at your best in your role, you’ll have access to emerging technologies, dedicated clinical support teams, as well as unique to Boots Opticians training, no matter your level of experience. Wherever you are in your optometrist career, there is always something new to learn, experiences to gain and ways to grow with Boots Opticians.

About The Opportunity

You will be a key part of a team that is passionate about delivering unforgettable customer care, all while having the support, resources, and progression opportunities that come with the biggest brand in healthcare.

Your Main Responsibilities Will Include

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

What You’ll Need To Have

• GOC registered (or expecting to be in the next 6 months)
• Additional registration with the relevant NHS body
• Drive to deliver excellent patient care.
• Excellent communication and organisation 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 across the year, keeping you up to date.
• 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.
• 70% discount off glasses
• We have a great range of benefits in addition to the above that offer flexibility to suit you – find out more at boots.jobs/rewards. Please note, any salary estimates given on third‑party sites are not provided or endorsed by Boots and may not be accurate.

Why Boots Opticians?

At Boots Opticians, we provide a working environment that is supportive and inclusive meaning everyone can 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. Where a role is advertised as full‑time, we are open to discussing part‑time and job share options during the application process. 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.