Optometrist

Scrivens Opticians; Southampton; On-site; GBP 44,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Professional fees covered

CPD training

Discounts on products

Family-run culture

Job summary

Scrivens Opticians is seeking a qualified Optometrist to join the Hedge End/Bitterne team in Southampton. You will perform thorough eye examinations, diagnose eye health issues, and advise on spectacles and contact lenses while building strong relationships with customers and the branch team.

This role offers flexible full-time or part-time hours, competitive salary based on experience, and support for CPD, with professional fees covered and access to ongoing learning resources in a family-run

Qualifications

• Qualified and GOC-registered Optometrist.
• 30-minute test slots with thorough patient care.
• Willingness to engage in CPD and career development.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive eye examinations with thorough patient care during 30-minute test slots.
• Use your clinical judgement to diagnose and manage a range of eye health conditions.
• Provide expert advice on spectacle and contact lens options tailored to individual needs.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, ensuring a positive experience at every visit.
• Collaborate closely with your branch team to contribute to business growth and excellent service delivery.
• Participate in local enhanced service schemes and contribute to pre-registration supervision when applicable.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of optical products and industry developments through ongoing CPD training.

Skills

Clinical examinations

Patient care

CPD training

Team collaboration

Eye health assessment

Education

GOC registered

Job description

Optometrist – Hedge End/Bitterne

Southampton, Bitterne (also covering Southampton, Hedge End)

About the role

We are seeking qualified and GOC-registered Optometrists who share our commitment to putting the customer at the centre of everything we do. At Scrivens Opticians & Hearing Care, you will provide excellent clinical care while building strong relationships with both customers and branch teams. Whether you are newly qualified or experienced, you will play a vital role in driving your branch forward and ensuring exceptional service within your community.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive eye examinations with thorough patient care during 30-minute test slots.
• Use your clinical judgement to diagnose and manage a range of eye health conditions
• Provide expert advice on spectacle and contact lens options tailored to individual needs
• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, ensuring a positive experience at every visit
• Collaborate closely with your branch team to contribute to business growth and excellent service delivery
• Participate in local enhanced service schemes and contribute to pre-registration supervision when applicable
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of optical products and industry developments through ongoing CPD training

What we're looking for

We want Optometrists who are passionate about delivering outstanding patient care and committed to professional growth. You should be confident in your clinical skills and enjoy working as part of a friendly, supportive team. Whether you are newly qualified or experienced, you will value hands-on clinical practice and be motivated to build lasting relationships with customers and colleagues alike.

What we offer

• Flexible full-time and part-time working opportunities tailored to your needs
• Competitive, market-leading salary based on your skills and experience
• Support and development for newly qualified Optometrists to grow their careers
• Professional fees covered for peace of mind
• Comprehensive CPD training and access to our extensive e-learning system
• Exclusive staff and family discounts on products
• Fully computerised systems to streamline your workflow
• 30-minute test times ensuring quality and thorough patient care
• Access to cutting-edge optical products and regular product range updates
• Opportunities to participate in local enhanced schemes and pre-registration supervision
• A supportive, family-run company culture that values people and professionalism

We are an equal opportunities employer.