Optometrist

Zest Business Group Ltd; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A local independent optician in Gateshead is seeking a qualified Optometrist to join their friendly team. The role involves providing eye tests in a modern, community-focused setting with a focus on patient care and team collaboration. The position offers a salary of £55,000 to £65,000, GOC fees covered, and bonuses. Applicants should have excellent communication skills and a patient-focused approach.

Benefits

Bonus scheme

Free parking

Qualifications

• Hands on - Willing to get involved outside of the test room.
• Wants to help develop and grow the business.
• Wants to be a part of a friendly, close knit team.

Responsibilities

• Conduct eye tests with a testing time of 30 minutes.
• Manage patient care and perform pre-screening.
• Work 5 days a week from 9am to 5.30pm (1pm on a Saturday).

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Patient focused

Education

Fully qualified Optometrist registered with the GOC

Job description

Optometrist - Role

• Community based independent Opticians
• Open plan, modern feel
• Well established in the area
• Single testing room practice
• Recently undergone a refit, including the testing room
• Testing times are 30 minutes
• Pre-screening is done for you
• Trial frames
• Fundus camera
• Working 5 days a week from 9am to 5.30pm (1pm on a Sat)
• Salary between £55,000 to £65,000 depending on experience
• GOC fees paid
• Bonus scheme
• Free parking

Optometrist - Requirements

• Fully qualified Optometrist registered with the GOC
• Hands on - Willing to get involved outside of the test room
• Wants to help develop and grow the business
• Wants to be a part of a friendly, close knit team
• Excellent communication skills
• Patient focused

To avoid missing out on this opportunity, please send your CV across to Rebecca Wood using the 'Apply' link as soon as possible.