Optometrist

Specsavers; Elgin; On-site; GBP 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary up to 70k

Joining bonus up to 10k

Relocation assistance up to 19k

Flexible weekend working

No late nights

Medical and dental cover

Close to train station

Professional development

IP support access

Job summary

Specsavers in Elgin is seeking an Optometrist to lead eye examinations and contact lens services, contributing to outstanding patient care and business goals. You’ll collaborate with the store team to maintain high clinical standards and a welcoming environment.

The store offers modern facilities with 7 test rooms and opportunities for professional development. Flexible full- or part-time patterns, relocation support and a generous joining bonus reflect Specsavers' commitment to its people.

Qualifications

• GOC registration; must be up to date.
• Strong customer service and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive eye examinations and contact lens services.
• Work with store team to deliver high-standard clinical care and customer service.
• Create a warm and friendly environment for customers and colleagues.

Skills

Customer service focus

Team collaboration

Education

GOC registration

Job description

Want to be the reason why people should’ve gone to Specsavers? As an Optometrist here, you’ll be the go-to for eye examinations and contact lens services, helping us keep the nation seeing 20/20.

You’ll work with the store team to deliver high-standard clinical care and customer service to meet both patient needs and business objectives. And of course, you’ll be a key part in creating a warm and friendly environment for our customers and our team.

Our store

Specsavers in Elgin has been serving the community for over 24 years, offering a range of enhanced clinical services including urgent care, co‑prescribing, foreign body removal and treatment for infectious and autoimmune conditions. With a prime location on the high street and a recent impressive refit, the store boasts 7 test rooms, all with the latest technology letting you get on with what you do best - Delivering exceptional care to your patients. The store also prides itself on its nurturing team environment which is supportive of the whole team’s professional development. The picturesque town of Elgin is located between Inverness and Aberdeen and is known for its stunning scenery and local distilleries. Elgin's medieval street plan is well‑preserved, with winding narrow wynds and pends leading to the old, cobbled marketplace, known as the Plainstones. As one of Scotland's world‑famous whisky regions, Elgin is a must‑visit destination for those interested in the country's distilling heritage.

What's on offer?

• Up to £70,000 per annum depending on experience
• Up to £10,000 joining bonus (T&Cs apply)
• Up to £19,000 relocation assistance (T&Cs apply)
• Full or part‑time working patterns considered
• Flexible weekend working
• No late night working
• Medical and dental cover
• Only 5‑10 minutes from the train station
• Exceptional clinical and professional development opportunity - partner in development opportunities and support with IP
• Access to cutting edge technology
• Great support from directors and retail team

We do need you to have a few skills to get started in this role. Firstly, you’ll need to be registered as a member of the General Optical Council (keeping this up to date). You’ll also need to be confident and passionate about providing the best customer service and work well as part of a team. Got all of these?