Optometrist

TN United Kingdom; Eastleigh; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company that prioritizes the health and wellbeing of its customers. As an Optometrist, you'll play a crucial role in delivering high-quality patient care, conducting eye examinations, and fitting contact lenses. With a commitment to professional development, you'll receive comprehensive training and support to enhance your skills and meet evolving eye care needs. Enjoy flexible working patterns and an excellent benefits package that includes wellbeing services, a company pension scheme, and generous discounts. Make a meaningful impact in a dynamic environment focused on creating memorable experiences for customers.

Benefits

Discretionary company bonus

Company pension scheme with up to 7% matched contributions

15% colleague discount in store and online

Free access to wellbeing services

Flexible working patterns

Comprehensive parental leave policies

Qualifications

• Fully qualified optometrist registered with the GOC.
• Registered performer with NHS area team or health board.

Responsibilities

• Conduct eye examinations and contact lens fittings.
• Support training and coaching in the optical department.

Skills

Clinical Skills

Customer Service

Communication Skills

Team Collaboration

Education

Optometry Degree

GOC Registration

Job description

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At Asda Opticians, there is nothing more important than the health and wellbeing of our customers. Our priority is to always put them first by delivering high-quality patient care and service.

A typical day involves completing eye examinations, contact lens fittings, and extended service examinations. You will work alongside our Dispensing Optician Manager to support training, coaching, and maintaining departmental standards.

Due to our extended service contracts with the NHS, we are committed to providing a wide range of care for the treatment and monitoring of eye conditions. We support you in gaining any additional accreditations needed to deliver these services.

At Asda, we are passionate and committed to providing our Optometrists with all necessary training to fulfill their roles and enhance their skills. We offer a comprehensive CPD programme and protected time for further accreditation, funded by Asda, to meet the evolving eye care needs of our customers. Our goal is to develop and support you to reach your full potential.

With support from in-store, regional, and head office teams, you will be fully supported in all aspects of your role. Whether your query is clinical or service-related, there is always someone available to offer expert advice and support.

Let's find out about you

We are seeking a dedicated Optometrist to join our dynamic team, committed to excellence in healthcare. We want a skilled candidate eager to contribute to our store's service levels and foster positive relationships within our team and the wider community.

At Asda, our focus is on service and creating memorable experiences for our customers. You will be able to use your clinical skills and passion to help achieve this.

You'll be:

• A fully qualified optometrist registered with the GOC
• A registered performer with your NHS area team or health board
• MECs or WECs accredited (or willing to gain accreditation within 12 months, supported and funded by us)
• On track to meet statutory CPD points requirements
• Able to deliver a memorable customer experience using your skills and passion
• Passionate about developing new patient services and shaping the department's culture

When applying for any of our Optical positions, you must be registered with the General Optical Council (GOC) for the relevant professional role. You will also need evidence of your Right To Work in the UK.

During the compliance process, we’ll ask for evidence of NHS performer list inclusion for your country of work, along with two clinical references. In Wales, we’ll require WECS and WGOS module accreditation evidence.

Apply today by completing our online application.

Everything you'll love

You will receive an excellent benefits package, including:

• Discretionary company bonus
• Company pension scheme with up to 7% matched contributions
• 15% colleague discount in store and online
• Free access to wellbeing services such as Wagestream, 24/7 virtual GP, counselling, health and dental cash plans, and a 24/7 employee assistance helpline. Additionally, enjoy discounts on services and activities, from airport parking to theme parks and cinemas.
• Your professional indemnity insurance
• Flexible working patterns in accordance with our 7-day opening schedule
• Asda Allies Inclusion Networks, promoting inclusion and celebrating diversity
• Comprehensive parental leave policies, including maternity, adoption, paternity, shared parental, neonatal care leave, and support for fertility treatments.

We want all colleagues to bring their best and true selves to work every day. We aim for our colleagues to be Proud to be Asda and proud to be themselves.