Optometrist

The Boots Company PLC; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the optical field is seeking a dedicated Optometrist to join their team in a vibrant practice. This role offers the opportunity to provide exceptional patient care while collaborating with a passionate team. You'll be instrumental in fostering a culture of care and inclusivity, ensuring that every customer receives the best possible experience. With a strong focus on community relationships and a supportive working environment, this position is perfect for those who are eager to make a difference in patients' lives. Join this forward-thinking company and help shape the future of optical care!

Benefits

Boots Retirement Savings Plan (up to 12% company contribution)

Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave pay

Performance-based quarterly bonus

Generous employee discounts

33 days holidays including bank holidays

Flexible benefits scheme

Qualifications

• Fully qualified or soon to be GOC registered Optometrist.
• Passion for patient care and customer service.

Responsibilities

• Deliver excellent patient care and create a positive customer journey.
• Build strong relationships with colleagues and healthcare professionals.

Skills

Patient care

Optometry

Customer service

Team collaboration

Education

GOC registration

NHS registration

Job description

A growing local opticians in the heart of the historic market town, situated on the edge of the beautiful Surrey hills. The store is situated close to Leatherhead train station which has direct trains into London or to the south coast.

This store is ideally looking for a full-time MEC accredited professional who can work alternate weekends alongside 3 colleagues.

About the role

As an Optometrist with us, you'll be providing excellent customer and patient care. Working alongside the Practice Manager, Optical Teams, and Clinical Governance Optometrists, you’ll create a culture where everyone is passionate about doing the right thing.

Key Responsibilities:

• Using your passion for delivering patient care, you'll work with colleagues to deliver a positive customer journey.
• Bringing your vibrant personality into the day-to-day running of the practice – working with your colleagues to ensure everything runs smoothly.
• Building longstanding relationships – not only with colleagues and customers but with healthcare professionals in the local community.

What you’ll need to have

• Fully qualified / soon to be GOC registered Optometrist.
• Additional registration with the relevant NHS body.
• Passion for patient care.

Our benefits

• Boots Retirement Savings Plan (company contribution of up to 12%).
• Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave pay.
• Performance-based quarterly bonus.
• Generous employee discounts for yourself and another family member.
• 33 days holidays including bank holiday (pro-rata).
• Flexible benefits scheme including discounted gym membership, life assurance, activity passes, holiday buying, and much more.

We have a great range of benefits in addition to the above that offer flexibility to suit you - find out more at boots.jobs/rewards.

Why Boots Opticians

At Boots Opticians, we foster a working environment where consideration and inclusivity help everyone to be themselves and reach their full potential. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, passionate about embracing the diversity of our colleagues and providing a positive and inclusive working environment for all. Join our team and let’s see what’s possible when we change for the better.

What's next

If successful on application, a member of the recruitment team will be in touch to find a time to discuss your application.

We are always open to discussing possible flexible working options and what this may look like for you, including job share and reduced hours. If you require additional support as part of the application and interview process, we are happy to provide reasonable adjustments to help you to be at your best.

You will complete a Pre-employment check after receiving an offer. Depending on your location, you will be asked to submit either a DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service), PVG (Protection of Vulnerable Groups), or an Access NI Check.

Boots is a Ban the Box employer and will consider the suitability of applicants with criminal convictions on a case-by-case basis.