Optometrist

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

Job summary

A leading independent Opticians in Gateshead is looking for a full-time Optometrist to join their friendly team. This role involves working across two practices, conducting thorough eye tests, and contributing to business growth in a modern, community-focused environment. The ideal candidate will be fully qualified, patient-focused, and eager to be involved beyond testing.

Benefits

GOC fees paid

Bonus scheme

Free parking

Qualifications

• Registered with the GOC.
• Hands-on approach required.
• Desire to help develop and grow the business.

Responsibilities

• Work across 2 practices, 10 minutes apart.
• Conduct thorough eye tests with 30-minute sessions.
• Participate actively within a friendly team environment.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Patient focused

Education

Fully qualified Optometrist registered with the GOC

Job description

A fantastic independent Opticians based in Gateshead, Tyne and Wear are looking for a full time Optometrist to work across 2 independent practices which are 10 minutes apart.

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.