Optometrist

Inspired Selections Group; Gillingham; On-site; GBP 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An independent group of opticians seeks a qualified Optometrist in Gillingham, offering a competitive salary of up to £70,000. The role includes conducting comprehensive eye examinations and ensuring high-quality patient care within a supportive team environment. Enjoy 33 days of annual leave, fees paid, and continued professional development.

Benefits

33 days annual leave

Fees paid

Staff discount

Access to educational resources

Qualifications

• Proficiency in full eye examinations within 30 minutes.
• Competence in contact lens fittings.
• Strong interpersonal skills to build rapport with patients.

Responsibilities

• Conduct full eye examinations using advanced equipment.
• Collaborate with team to ensure high-quality patient care.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry advancements.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Qualified Optometrist

Job description

Are you based in or around Gillingham, Kent?
Are you looking to work within a high end, independent practice?
Are you a qualified and experienced Optometrist?

This independent group of opticians started out as a family run business, and now with over 35 stores; including fully owned, franchised, and joint venture partnerships, they pride themselves on being a high-quality eyecare brand, providing personalised, high-quality service to their customers, supporting both optics and audiology.

This group of opticians pride themselves on ensuring customers receive an excellent service, and whilst managing the practice and increasing turnover for the branch, you’ll also be keeping staff happy as well as the patients coming through the door.

Salary is up to £70,000 per annum depending on experience, 33 days annual leave, fees paid and ongoing clinical development.

Responsibilities of the Optometrist

As an Optometrist, you’ll play a key role in ensuring customers receive an excellent service and making sure all their eye care needs are met.
Your duties will include

• Full eye examinations using the latest equipment (OCT and Optomap)
• Occasional contact lens fitting
• Provide accurate diagnoses and make appropriate recommendations for vision correction and eye health when handing over to the shopfloor team.
• Collaborate with the team to ensure high-quality patient care and efficient practice operations
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry advancements, products, and technologies
• Uphold professional standards and follow legal and ethical guidelines

Requirements of the Optometrist

• Fully qualified Optometrist (open to newly qualified or experienced)
• Proficiency in conducting comprehensive eye examinations within a 30-minute time frame
• Competence in contact lens fittings and prescribing
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to build rapport with patients and the team
• Ability to work well in a team environment and contribute to a positive working culture
• Commitment to professional development and continuous learning

Compensation of the Optometrist

• Salary is up to £70,000 per annum
• 33 days annual leave, including Bank Holidays
• Fees paid
• Staff discount.
• Access to educational resources for further development.

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Call Chris at Inspired Selections on 0121 778 6999