Optometrist

ASDA Opticians; Newcastle-under-Lyme; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

ASDA Opticians is seeking a qualified optometrist dedicated to high-quality patient care. This role focuses on screening patients while also coaching and training team members, with a commitment to continuous professional development and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Discretionary company bonus

Company pension up to 7% matched

15% colleague discount in store and online

Free access to wellbeing services

Professional indemnity insurance

GOC fees paid

CET package

Flexible working patterns

Comprehensive parental leave policies

Qualifications

• Registered with your NHS area team or health board.
• On track to meet CPD statutory points requirements.
• Interested in developing new patient services.

Responsibilities

• Screening patients and coaching the team.
• Maintaining department standards.
• Developing new patient services to meet customer needs.

Skills

Coaching

Training

Customer service

Education

Fully qualified optometrist registered with the GOC

MECs or WECs accredited (or willingness to gain within 12 months)

Job description

Your Role

At Asda, the health and wellbeing of our customers are our top priorities. We are committed to delivering high-quality patient care through our extended service contracts with the NHS, focusing on the treatment and monitoring of minor eye conditions.

A typical day involves screening patients, coaching and training the team, and maintaining department standards. We are passionate about providing our Optometrists with comprehensive training and development opportunities, including a robust CPD program and protected time for further accreditations funded by Asda. We support your growth to meet the evolving eye care needs of our customers.

You will have access to in-store, regional, and home office support teams, ensuring guidance is always available for clinical or service-related queries.

About You

We value service excellence and creating memorable customer experiences. Working alongside an Optical Manager (qualified Dispensing Optician), you will contribute to a clinical and operationally excellent environment. Your role includes coaching, training, and developing new patient services to meet customer needs.

You will be:

• A fully qualified optometrist registered with the GOC
• Registered with your NHS area team or health board
• MECs or WECs accredited (or willing to gain accreditation within 12 months, funded and supported by us)
• On track to meet CPD statutory points requirements
• Interested in developing new patient services and shaping department culture

Apply today by completing an online application.

Benefits

Enjoy an excellent benefits package including:

• Discretionary company bonus
• Company pension up to 7% matched
• 15% colleague discount in store and online
• Free access to wellbeing services like Wagestream, virtual GP, counselling, health and dental plans, and a helpline
• Professional indemnity insurance
• GOC fees paid
• CET package
• Flexible working patterns
• Inclusion networks through Asda Allies
• Comprehensive parental leave policies

We encourage all colleagues to bring their authentic selves to work and be proud of their identity and contributions.

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